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DescriptionAt Attune Foods, what matters most is what’s inside. That includes our caring and dedicated employees. We believe if you use quality ingredients that are consistently crafted by caring and talented team members, what results is high quality organic and Non-GMO granolas, cereals and snacks that are naturally delicious and nutritious. Attune Foods LLC, a subsidiary of 8th Avenue Food and Provisions, is proudly located in the Pacific Northwest in beautiful Eugene, Oregon.The Production Lead is responsible for coordinating line workers’ activities; to ensure their assigned production goals are met in compliance with all quality and safety SOPs and cGMPs. The successful candidate will monitor/manage/maintain equipment, crew and packaging operator processes to ensure compliance to GMP’s and safety standards. The Production Lead will also manage production processes to ensure to “Best in Class” production standards and meet goals.The ideal candidate will also have strong interpersonal, communication, teamwork, time management and organizational skills, will be highly motivated, self-directed and accountable, and will have the ability to work effectively with all levels of staff across the organization.If you're looking for a career in an exciting company poised for growth, as an active and participating member of a cohesive and dynamic team, then this may be the opportunity for you! We currently have a 3rd shift position available.Job duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
Coordinate with supervisor and other Leads on an as needed basis to establish schedules, job assignments and production sequences to meet production goals.
Monitor/manage/maintain equipment, crew and packaging operator processes to ensure compliance to GMP’s and safety standards.
Manage production processes to ensure to “Best in Class” production standards and meet goals
Communicate with other departments (QA, Maintenance, Sanitation, etc.) as necessary.
Confer with Supervisor to resolve employee issues and take appropriate action.
Must be available to attend training seminars/classes as needed.
Deliver, conduct, coordinate training activities within the department.
Deliver and manage work assignments of crew members.
Coordinate break rotation schedules in a timely manner that complies with labor laws, and maintains production flow.
Communicate all applicable line production information to following Lead/Supervisor in shift-change hand-off to ensure smooth transition.
Continually inspect raw materials and finished goods to ensure safe, quality food of the highest standard.
Monitor/Operate equipment to meet or exceed standard raw and packaging material scrap and production rates.
Ensure all quality checks are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
Ensure all samples are collected and delivered to QA as instructed in each batch ticket.
Continually monitor processes and finished goods to ensure all is within specification, so as to catch & resolve any error or malfunction as soon as possible and prevent waste.
Replenish supplies, and ensure proper tools are available to crew to support efficient production.
Aid in the resolution of any machine malfunction or processing error to resume/continue efficient production of safe, quality product.
Monitor and verify all reporting and tracking is complete and timely, to ensure proper traceability throughout production processes.
Keep work area clean and free from hazards.
Communicate ANY hazards, and/or pest sighting to appropriate department for a timely resolution.
Production data entry, via computer
Ensure the performance reports are filled out accurately and in a timely manner.
Ensure all items on the line shadow boards are intact and accounted for.
Be available to do allergen swab testing on other lines as needed.
Required Competencies & Knowledge:Knowledge of:
Current cGMPs, SOPs, and rules of safety.
Relevant and efficient machine operation and changeover.
Policies, procedures, and strategies for the protection of people, data, and property.
Skill in:
Mechanical aptitude
Active listening and critical thinking
Problem solving
Ability to:
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with all team members
Respect co-workers in actions and communication
Maintain and foster a positive work environment
Work effectively with all departments of the organization in a positive constructive manner
Lead by example; using “Best in Class” behaviors with focus on safety, quality and policy compliance.
Pay attention to detail
Competent operation of relevant production equipment as needed
Ability to relieve any position on the line and work independently at speed
Use computers and software
Basic math using a calculator
Proficiency in: JDE, Marks n More, EmailWork Environment:
Exposure to dust, noise, heat and moving machinery.
Will work in areas with fluctuating temperature extremes as well as areas that will be wet.
Required uniform includes hairnet and/or beard guard, safety shoes, and company issued uniform.
Physical Requirements:
Lift up to 50 pounds
Work on a cement, sometimes wet, floor
Stand for long periods of time
Minimum Qualifications:
1+ year experience in a manufacturing production environment
Basic reading, writing, math and computer skills
Must be able to attend work on a regular and reliable basis
Must be punctual and available to work overtime and weekends upon request.
Operate manual and electric pallet jacks, and walkie-stacker
ATP Testing certified
QualificationsBehaviorsPreferred
Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor 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.
