Job Description
Company Information
At Richelieu Foods, we are dedicated to a culture of belonging for everyone. Driven by our values of ownership, respect, and growth, we put people, safety, and quality above all else -- delicious pizza, outstanding service, and solid customer relationships are what happens as a result.
Richelieu Foods, Inc. is a leading national private label and contract packing food manufacturer focused on frozen pizza. We have two manufacturing facilities located in IL and WI. We provide products to many national retailers, wholesalers, distributors, club and mass stores, as well as industrial accounts including other food manufacturers.
Essential Functions
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Verifies all lot and item numbers on materials being brought to line.
- Reads and tracks production schedules; provides recommendations for changes.
- Completes line production and quality paperwork.
- Identifies over usage of materials and assists in reduction of waste ingredient materials.
- Demonstrates basic set up and operational knowledge of all line related equipment.
- Ensures line run rules, line equipment settings and run rates are being followed.
- Assists Maintenance in the diagnosis and repair of production equipment.
- Promotes safe work behaviors in other employees and acts as safety team leader.
- Provides assistance and direction to line employees to maximize labor utilization.
- Reports any violations of company policy to management personnel.
- Assists the Supervisor with staffing and training needs of crew members.
- Supports Supervisor with execution of their job duties.
- Communicates with Supervisor and other Line Leads during shift operations and shift changeovers.
- Notifies Supervisor of all down times.
- Follows and enforces all Food Safety PPE/GMP requirements and reports any concerns.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
Essential Skills and Abilities
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written required.
- Strong organizational skills required.
- Ability to lead fairly, firmly and consistently.
- Ability to interact and to manage conflict in stressful situations while maintaining composure and perspective.
- The ability to identify, define, and solve problems, and to coach production employees to do the same.
- Strong initiative and the ability to work with others to achieve desired results. A sense of accountability for results.
- Ability to work cooperatively and maintain a professional working relationship with employees.
- Ability to read and understand formula sheets.
Working Conditions
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and power industrial truck. The employee is frequently exposed to cold, wet and/or humid conditions.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
- Production Staff’s base schedule is Monday – Saturday rotating schedule of four to six days at 10-hour shifts.
- 1st shift hours are 4am-3pm
Physical Demands
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for the duration of the production shift; talk or hear; use hands or finger to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
- The employee is frequently required to walk.
- The employee is infrequently required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.
- The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 70 pounds.
Pay and Benefits
The following information is provided in accordance with applicable state and local laws. Compensation is based on experience, geographic locations, and other legally permitted factors. The starting hourly rate is $24.00. This position may also be eligible for overtime pay and shift differentials.
Benefits for this role include medical, dental, and vision insurance; pre-tax spending accounts; 401K with company match; paid time off; short-term and long-term disability; and life insurance.
Disclosures
This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended only to be a general description of the essential functions common to positions of this type.
Richelieu Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.