Production Lead (Byesville, OH, US, 43723) na Kerry Group - Taste & Nutrition Ingredients and Science

We Are Kerry:

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

Where You'll Work:

Our Byesville, OH, USA plant is an integral part of our Beverage division, dedicated to processing and packaging fruit-based juice mixes, syrups, extracts, and other similar liquid ingredients. Kerry is on the lookout for career-oriented individuals to support the increasing demand for high-quality ingredients. You'll find yourself in a dynamic and enjoyable work setting! We take pride in our products that enhance food flavors, often featuring strawberry, banana, coconut, or lemon. Our team members are passionate about their community, their colleagues, and the outcomes we achieve daily. If you're seeking a manufacturing environment where you can develop a career and enjoy the process, our team could be the perfect fit for you!

What You'll Do:

The Lead reports to the Production Supervisor and is responsible for training and assisting with production line and its staff. This position is charged with ensuring the production staff is 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 production 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.
• Ensure all production paperwork is properly filled out by each team member.
• Verify and enter codes.
• Lead process improvement efforts.
• All other duties as required

What You'll Need to Succeed:

• Minimum high school diploma required, AS preferred
• Minimum 3 years production experience required.
• Commitment to safety.
• Dedication to quality.
• Strong oral and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Multi-task oriented.
• Conflict resolution skills.
• 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:

The starting wage for this role is $23.62 (minimum) per hour. This position may also be eligible for a shift differential and/or overtime. In addition to your pay, Kerry offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and retirement contribution (all benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements).