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Kerry

Production Lead

Kerry, Byesville, Ohio, United States, 43723

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With over 45 plants across North America, the

Byesville, OH, USA

plant is a part of our Beverage division that makes fruit juice mixes, syrups, extracts and similar liquid ingredients. We are hiring career minded people to help meet growing demands for quality ingredients. You'll have the opportunity to work in a fast paced and fun environment! We feel good about our products that make food taste better - often strawberry, banana, coconut, or lemon! Our employees care - about their community, their team and the results we create every day. If you’re looking for a manufacturing facility where you can build a career and have fun while you do it, we might be the team for you. What You'll Do:

The

Production Lead

is responsible for training, assisting and supporting the Processor Operators. This position is charged with ensuring the Processor Operators are trained in all aspects of the job including safety and quality. Key Job Functions & Responsibilities: Assist in ensuring production needs are met and lines are running at optimum efficiency. Coach, mentor, assess, and assist processor operators. Work with Processor Operator trainer and supervisor to develop training plans for team members. Act as communication link between team members and supervisor. Manage relationships with internal support groups and with external resources. Identify and eliminate safety hazards; monitor team member safety practices and adherence to policies. Delegate to the team responsibility and resources needed to meet production goals (empower team members). Communicate with employee’s Evaluate team member performance and progress and communicate that performance and progress to the supervisor. Advise team members on technical problem resolution. Lead basic day to day problem solving efforts. Perform relief duties and fill in for team members when needed. Lead process improvement efforts. All other duties as required. What You'll Need to Succeed:

Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required, AS preferred. Minimum 3 years production experience required, food or chemical manufacturing preferred. Commitment to safety. Strong oral and interpersonal skills. Multi-task oriented. Proactive; exhibits initiative. Ability to train, mentor and empower production employees. Team player. Willingness to incorporate Continuous Improvement philosophy in the everyday workings of the facility. What's In It For You:

Competitive,

Weekly

pay. 3 weeks paid time off during the first year. Full benefits , including medical, dental, vision and insurances, EAP, 401K, and more! Work within a growing, sustainable industry, sweet and spicy food ingredients! Clean, temperature-controlled environment. About the company:

At Kerry, we are proud to provide our customers – some of the world’s best-known food, beverage, and pharma brands – with the expertise, insights, and know-how they need to deliver products that people enjoy and feel better about consuming.

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