Job Description

Line Lead

Catallia Mexican Foods, LLC is looking for an experienced Line Lead to join our team on all shifts!

Shifts: *Required overtime every other Saturday per production demands
1st - 6:00AM - 2:30PM
2nd - 2:00PM - 10:30PM
3rd - 10:00PM - 6:30AM

PAY: $20.50/hr + $2 Shift Differential for 3rd shift only

Position Overview

This is a hands-on position in the production packaging area. This position works with production leadership to ensure packaging tasks, processes, and equipment on the assigned line are completed per the production schedule. This position will perform the duties of bagging, packing, and palletizing at various times throughout the day while covering breaks. The individual will be accountable for achieving operational goals while maintaining quality and safety standards.

This individual will be responsible for contributing to a consistent, safe, and productive work environment through participation in corporate programs and adhering to operational and personnel policies and procedures. With a focus on the success of the overall operation, the individual will work closely with the production, quality and maintenance teams to maintain optimal quality, safety, and efficiencies.

Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions

• Train new employees on: GMP's, checking seals, understanding customer requirements, toast points, printing, filling cases, taping codes/dates, loading machines correctly, etc.
• Perform the duties of the Packer, Bagger, and Palletizer throughout the day while covering breaks
• Perform required computer-based tasks and maintain accurate records within the ERP system.
• Utilize the company's ERP system to enter, retrieve, and update information accurately.
• Assist all teammates on the production line with any problems they might have.
• Discuss with the Machine Operator what is being produced for this shift.
  • Product being produced and job set quality.
  • Notify the machine operator of any issues that are observed.
  • Bring all packaging materials for the shift to the production area.
  • Take the first bags off the line to ensure that correct wt. and counts are being met.
  • Monitor the metal detector.
• Ensure pallets of products being made are accurately reported and accounted for in ERP System (PLEX)
  • Complete check sheets in ERP System (PLEX) according to outlined timeline.
  • Accurately record all required production information in the ERP System (PLEX).
  • Verify serial numbers and quantities for all production materials brought to the line by warehouse staff.
  • Set the correct code date for bags and boxes.
  • Record finished weight and temperatures as required.
  • Ensure proper loss time is reported in the ERP System (PLEX).
  • Record waste created by line.
• Set up, monitor, and adjust all packaging equipment for assigned production line
  • Adjust box taper for boxes being used.
  • Adjust settings on counter/stackers to accommodate changeovers to ensure orders are being filled correctly.
  • Print labels accurately for finished goods.
  • Ensure operation of equipment by calling for repairs and communicating with the maintenance team.
  • Monitor quality issues by verifying the coding, pack count, seals, and overall quality of the packing activities.
  • Support the Packaging Lead and indirectly provide work direction and training to packaging associates as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with team members to meet production, quality, and safety goals.
• Actively participate in Food Safety and Food Defense-related activities.
• Maintain compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Keep work area clean and orderly.
• Perform additional duties as directed.
• Ability to work at a fast pace.
• Close attention to detail.
• Ability to take directions.
• Focus on quality.
• Flexibility.

Basic Qualifications

• Must be able to monitor employee performance and communicate production or quality concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
• Must be available to work additional overtime hours on the assigned shift every other Saturday when production demand is high.
• Must be able to effectively train new employees on job duties, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Must be able to provide ongoing work direction and coaching to assigned packaging employees.
• Must be able to follow and enforce established safety, quality, and production procedures.
• Must have at least 6 months of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.
• Must have strong communication and teamwork skills.

Physical Requirements

• Must be comfortable performing repetitive movements and tasks throughout the shift.Must be able to maintain the required production pace while performing assigned duties.
• Must be comfortable working in a loud and fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to stand, walk, and bend throughout the assigned shift.
• Must wear closed-toed shoes while working in the production area.
• Must be able to repeatedly lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Must be comfortable working in a hot environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic English language skills, both written and verbal.
• High school graduate or equivalent work experience.
• 2+ years of food manufacturing experience.
• Previous experience using an ERP system.
• Previous leadership experience.
• Previous packaging experience.

Position Backup

• Absences covered by other machine operators or production staff as assigned by Production Management.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Catallia Mexican Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Compensation details: 20.5-20.5 Hourly Wage

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Job Tags

Hourly pay, For contractors, Work experience placement, Local area, All shifts, Night shift

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