Production Lead - Edgerton, KS

Hershey's Salty Snack Co. is currently hiring a Production Lead in our Edgerton, KS facility. The lead position is an hourly position in a fast-paced production environment. The position is responsible for maintaining a team environment, tracking accurate packaging and mixing storage of food products, cleaning the work area, following all health and safety regulations, and other assigned duties.

Current opening on the A Shift - Week 1, Sun-Tue 5a - 5p, Week 2, Sun-Wed 5a - 5p. (Please attach a resume with your application to be considered for this position)

Pay:

* Starting pay is $25.75 with potential of earning up to $27.75 for eligible shifts

* Overtime Potential!

Total Rewards

* Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, & Vision)-Starting Day 1!

* 401(k) Retirement Plan - with generous company match

Shifts:

* Day shifts available- 12 hr shifts.

* Schedule assignment is determined by plant needs and confirmed during an interview.

Candidate Process:

Please note-communications will be through phone, email, and text.

Qualified applicants will be contacted to schedule a phone screen.

• Post-Offer Background Check required
• Drug Screen required

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversees production area in the absence of Production Supervisor.
• Observes and adjusts product flow and process flow to ensure that production standards are met.
• Check quality and identify any damaged or defective product.
• Evaluate quality of ingredients and finished product.
• Coordinate and manage staff and other resources to meet production deadlines and standards.
• Assist with employee schedules to maintain adequate staffing levels to complete production goals.
• Relieve operators and other employees when needed.
• Train and monitor all shift employees to ensure that proper production, GMP's and Safety guidelines are followed.
• Complete special projects as assigned with the ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities with efficiency and accuracy.
• Make decisions and react quickly to problems.
• Lead and give direction to employees in the plant.
• Complete all reports and turn in all paperwork in a timely manner daily.
• Attend all safety meetings and follows proper safety procedures
• Follow all good manufacturing practices as set up by the company policy.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrates accountability for his/her own performance.
• Strong understanding of production equipment processes, understanding of plant GMP's and Safety guidelines.
• Treat others with respect in all circumstances.
• Enjoys making a significant contribution to the overall team.
• Develops the greatest possible trust in our Company based on how he/she conducts his/herself each and every day.
• Demonstrates the utmost in character and integrity in everything he/she does.
• Must possess the ability to effectively communicate verbally, in front of small to large groups, and in writing.
• Have the ability to creatively apply experience, and common sense for processes and training.
• Must be willing to train and drive a forklift.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age at time of hire
• Ability to multitask and communicate effectively.
• Ability to bend, twist, and stand on your feet for an entire shift
• Exposed to food production environment and warehouse environment which may involve noise and fluctuating temperatures.
• Candidate must have valid work authorization and be able to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship.

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