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Production Team Leader Job in Keosauqua, IA
Department Leads coordinate the activities of production and employees by acting as a bridge between the associates and the Production Supervisor.
Essential Responsibilities:
Ensure a safe working environment and that the team is working safely
Set the example for safety, attendance, productivity, attitude, etc.
Assign tasks to meet daily production targets
Ensure team members have required PPE, parts, tools, etc to perform assigned tasks
Provide on-the-spot verbal coaching or correction and document as req'd, both good and bad
Keep supervisor informed of individual performance trends, both good and bad
Ensure production standards are met
Mediate conflict between team members
Understand at a basic level employment compliance risks (ex: ADA, FMLA, sexual harassment, bullying, threats of violence, etc.) and report to department leadership and HR in a timely manner
Ensure team members are trained to perform assigned tasks
Identify parts and part descriptions using work order information and identify proper tools needed to perform duties in respective areas
Complete audits and sign offs in respective areas
Ensure critical information is communicated at shift turnover
Assist with lean initiatives on the floor and participate and/or lead continuous improvement events
Minimum Qualifications / Requirements:
High school diploma / GED
Minimum two years' experience in a manufacturing environment
Desired Characteristics
Demonstrated leadership capability
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks in a complex, fast-paced environment
Demonstrated strong communication and organizational skills
Basic understanding and experience with MS Office, to include Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Experience with automated production applications
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.
Dover Food Retail is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.