Glanbia Nutritionals
Production Assistant Team Leader
Supervisor’s Title : Production Team Leader
Department : Production
Location : Gooding Cheese Plant
Exempt Status : Hourly
At Glanbia Nutritionals Inc., our portfolio centers on dairy and non‑dairy nutritional ingredients. We co‑innovate and deliver ingredient solutions and precision premixes for use in the mainstream food and beverage, infant and clinical, and functional nutrition markets. We are the number one provider of whey‑based nutritional ingredients globally and the number one producer of American‑style cheddar cheese. Our protein systems have transformed the bar and beverage categories—bringing increased levels of protein, cleaner labels and greater product functionality to market. We have a direct presence in 21 countries, with manufacturing facilities in the US, Germany and China, and international sales and technical offices around the world.
Job Summary Assist the supervisor in overseeing the operations of the plant so a seamless process is followed to produce a quality product.
Essential Functions
Troubleshooting and repair of plant equipment
Assist supervisor in efficient running of the shift
Assure product meets customer specifications
Assist with conducting bi‑weekly safety and quality toolbox meetings
Fill in for supervisor as needed
Fill in for operators as needed
Assist plant management in projects as assigned
Ensure plant meets, and employees follow current GMP standards
Attend monthly production meetings
Work in accordance with Glanbia core values
Comply with occupational safety and health standards and all rules, regulations, and orders issued pursuant to the Occupational Safety and Health Act which are applicable to his/her own actions and conduct.
Comply with all applicable food safety regulations and mandates (Safe Quality Foods, Food and Drug Administration, Pasteurized Milk Ordinance)
Perform other duties as assigned
Additional Functions
Regular and timely attendance required
Glanbia Values
“Showing Respect” – Research issues & incidents with internal teams, business partners and customers in a collaborative manner that includes professional, honest, and transparent communication.
“Find a Better Way” – Work with internal and external teams to implement process improvements and/or procedural changes that eliminate non‑value added activities and drive more business value.
“Winning Together” – Assist with training of new team members. Facilitate or oversee training and standard operating procedure reviews to ensure new hires develop proficiency of role.
“The Customer’s Champion” – Proactively engage to support our customer needs on an end to end basis and strive to meet or exceed SLA timelines. Take ownership of customer requests and engage with internal teams as needed and within a timely manner.
“Performance Matters” – Meet or exceed all key metrics in line with expectations for role. Continually update knowledge of products, product changes, processes and services offered to deliver a dynamic customer experience.
Qualifications
Requires prior experience and knowledge of cheese plant operations
Ability to run, or learn to run and troubleshoot all equipment in the Gooding Cheese Plant
Desire to grow with the company
Willingness to attend training classes as needed
Excellent people and leadership skills
Willingness to work night shift
Ability to operate (or learn to operate) necessary equipment
Excellent record required in safety, attendance, and punctuality
Ability to stand and walk the entire shift if needed
Ability to read and write instructions in English
Knowledge of the proper use of all cleaning chemicals
Must be able to work weekends, and overtime as required
Typical Physical Activity & Physical Demands
Frequently (51‑75%) use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
Occasionally (25‑50%) walk, lift and/or move 26 to 60 lbs. Rarely (1‑25%) stand, sit, talk or hear, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and reach with hands and arms.
Specific vision requirements: close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less); distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more); color vision; peripheral vision; depth perception; ability to adjust focus.
Typical Environmental Conditions May be exposed to over 85 dB noise levels in which hearing protection will be needed.
Disclaimer Must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately without causing a significant safety threat to self or others. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all personnel so classified.
Are you someone who likes to make it happen, make it better and make it fun? If so, our company offers you an excellent opportunity to do interesting work and develop a career in a dynamic and innovative environment that is all about making you and our business successful.
At Glanbia, we celebrate diversity, because we know that our individual strengths make us stronger together. We welcome and encourage interest from a wide variety of candidates, and we will give your application consideration, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.
At Glanbia our culture will celebrate individuality, knowing that together we are more.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Information Technology
Industry Food and Beverage Services
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At Glanbia Nutritionals Inc., our portfolio centers on dairy and non‑dairy nutritional ingredients. We co‑innovate and deliver ingredient solutions and precision premixes for use in the mainstream food and beverage, infant and clinical, and functional nutrition markets. We are the number one provider of whey‑based nutritional ingredients globally and the number one producer of American‑style cheddar cheese. Our protein systems have transformed the bar and beverage categories—bringing increased levels of protein, cleaner labels and greater product functionality to market. We have a direct presence in 21 countries, with manufacturing facilities in the US, Germany and China, and international sales and technical offices around the world.
Job Summary Assist the supervisor in overseeing the operations of the plant so a seamless process is followed to produce a quality product.
Essential Functions
Troubleshooting and repair of plant equipment
Assist supervisor in efficient running of the shift
Assure product meets customer specifications
Assist with conducting bi‑weekly safety and quality toolbox meetings
Fill in for supervisor as needed
Fill in for operators as needed
Assist plant management in projects as assigned
Ensure plant meets, and employees follow current GMP standards
Attend monthly production meetings
Work in accordance with Glanbia core values
Comply with occupational safety and health standards and all rules, regulations, and orders issued pursuant to the Occupational Safety and Health Act which are applicable to his/her own actions and conduct.
Comply with all applicable food safety regulations and mandates (Safe Quality Foods, Food and Drug Administration, Pasteurized Milk Ordinance)
Perform other duties as assigned
Additional Functions
Regular and timely attendance required
Glanbia Values
“Showing Respect” – Research issues & incidents with internal teams, business partners and customers in a collaborative manner that includes professional, honest, and transparent communication.
“Find a Better Way” – Work with internal and external teams to implement process improvements and/or procedural changes that eliminate non‑value added activities and drive more business value.
“Winning Together” – Assist with training of new team members. Facilitate or oversee training and standard operating procedure reviews to ensure new hires develop proficiency of role.
“The Customer’s Champion” – Proactively engage to support our customer needs on an end to end basis and strive to meet or exceed SLA timelines. Take ownership of customer requests and engage with internal teams as needed and within a timely manner.
“Performance Matters” – Meet or exceed all key metrics in line with expectations for role. Continually update knowledge of products, product changes, processes and services offered to deliver a dynamic customer experience.
Qualifications
Requires prior experience and knowledge of cheese plant operations
Ability to run, or learn to run and troubleshoot all equipment in the Gooding Cheese Plant
Desire to grow with the company
Willingness to attend training classes as needed
Excellent people and leadership skills
Willingness to work night shift
Ability to operate (or learn to operate) necessary equipment
Excellent record required in safety, attendance, and punctuality
Ability to stand and walk the entire shift if needed
Ability to read and write instructions in English
Knowledge of the proper use of all cleaning chemicals
Must be able to work weekends, and overtime as required
Typical Physical Activity & Physical Demands
Frequently (51‑75%) use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
Occasionally (25‑50%) walk, lift and/or move 26 to 60 lbs. Rarely (1‑25%) stand, sit, talk or hear, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and reach with hands and arms.
Specific vision requirements: close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less); distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more); color vision; peripheral vision; depth perception; ability to adjust focus.
Typical Environmental Conditions May be exposed to over 85 dB noise levels in which hearing protection will be needed.
Disclaimer Must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately without causing a significant safety threat to self or others. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all personnel so classified.
Are you someone who likes to make it happen, make it better and make it fun? If so, our company offers you an excellent opportunity to do interesting work and develop a career in a dynamic and innovative environment that is all about making you and our business successful.
At Glanbia, we celebrate diversity, because we know that our individual strengths make us stronger together. We welcome and encourage interest from a wide variety of candidates, and we will give your application consideration, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.
At Glanbia our culture will celebrate individuality, knowing that together we are more.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Information Technology
Industry Food and Beverage Services
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