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Our Food Division is a complete broad line multi-state distributor, and our Beverage Division operates throughout the state of Texas as a proud distributor of Anheuser-Busch products, craft and import beer brands, spirits, and wine.
We are dedicated to the growth and success of our business, our customers, and our employees—continuing our commitment to delivering quality since 1906.
Position Summary and Responsibilities: The purpose of the Processing Department Lead is to assist the Processing Supervisor by training new and existing team members and monitoring overall activities of the Processing Department.
- Train new and existing team members on policies, procedures, guidelines, and equipment operation within the processing department
- Monitor daily production schedule to ensure goals are met.
- Perform all duties accurately and efficiently while working safely under all conditions.
- Follow all policies, rules, regulations, and procedures to ensure quality of products is maintained.
- Report each of the following to processing supervisor immediately: work-related injuries and accidents, damage to equipment, and process or equipment problems.
- Identify and resolve production-related issues and/or report opportunities to maximize production.
- Ensure team is operating safely and adheres to safety programs and procedures.
- Provide bench strength to Processing Supervisor and assist in carrying out daily activities, production goals, and special projects as needed.
- Responsible for learning the roles and responsibilities within each functional area of the processing department to include Smokehouse Operation, Sanitation, Blend and Grind, and Stuffing.
- Provide support throughout the department as directed by supervisor.
- Must be knowledgeable in the proper setup, operation, and daily maintenance of the department’s machinery and equipment.
- Responsible for housekeeping, cleanliness, and sanitary conditions within the department.
- Reporting materials and labor to jobs through ROSS manufacturing software.
- Conducts quality assurance checks and alerts management to any issues.
- Perform various product checks and record time and temperature on H.A.A.C.P. records.
- Ensure that machinery, equipment, floors, walls, and ceilings are properly cleaned and sanitized according to schedule.
- Will be required to disassemble and reassemble machinery before and after cleaning and sanitation.
- Conduct necessary preventive maintenance on machinery and equipment according to schedule.
- Provide bench strength during pre-operational inspection to ensure that department is clean and ready for production according to company S.S.O.P.'s.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced work environment
- Must have basic knowledge of proper processing procedures
- Ability to use standard Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel
- Must be able to stand on your feet at least 85% of the day and work in a cold (32-40º) environment
- Excellent Communication Skills
- At least one year experience in a training role preferred
- Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
- Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 75lbs
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
- Short and Long Term Disability
- 401K with matching contribution
- Profit-Sharing Plan (100% company-paid)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Program
- Educational Assistance Program
- Paid Vacation and holidays
- Employee Credit Union
Here at Ben E. Keith, we recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we want to do all we can to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. We believe our differences are also our strengths and we want to do all we can to use those strengths to find more creative solutions for the business challenges we face. Ben E. Keith is an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action employer. VEVRAA Federal Contractor
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