Foreperson

Foreperson – Graveyard

FLSA Classification

Exempt

Salary Grade/Level/Family/Range

$70,304.00 – $83,110.00

Summary/objective

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Assigned to an IQF or VA line, coordinating readiness and all functionality of the equipment for the proper operation of the line during the production schedule. Assisting Line Leads, coordinating a crew to run various areas of the operation. Understands refrigeration and mechanical principles and follows good GMP's and safety practices. This position acts as alternate to the Shift Supervisor as needed in the Shift Supervisor’s absence.

Essential functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Assisting Line Leads to coordinate individual efforts of a team of employees to operate an IQF / VA production lines.

• Cross trained to operate IQF lines as well as VA production work centers.

• Operates mechanical & refrigeration equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

• Assists Line Leads to produce quality products while maintaining good yields.

• Works with team on reaching or exceeding company goals.

• Ensures that all employees follow all safety guidelines including- lock out/ tag out, sanitation safety, PPE (personal protective equipment) etc.

• Knowledge HMI (Human Machine Interface) systems that operates and controls equipment.

• Recommends changes in the process to improve yields, labor, micro etc. (Continuous Improvement Activities).

• Must fill in Hour by Hour report and make adjustments to achieve daily targets.

• Maintain Quality Process records on each product that is processed.

• Verifies shift activity information.

• Assumes supervisory role when required.

• Assists / Leads IQF & VA sanitations.

• Operate the Yard truck, forklift or pallet jack if needed.

• Assist Maintenance department as needed.

• Responsible for plant safety, G.M.P.s, HACCP, sanitation, and production performance.

• Will be responsible for fill out Paycom and allocating employee time.

• Must be able to fill in for any Line Lead positions to cover absences.

Competencies

• Attention to detail.
• Ability to read and understand documents such as policy manuals, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to effectively communicate.
• Perform basic math.
• The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required.

Supervisory responsibilities

• Will be applying disciplinary action under the supervision of the Shift Supervisor.
• Must ensure compliance and professional standards such as OSHA and customer requirements.
• Review production paperwork for accuracy.

Work environment

While performing the functions of this job, the employee:

• Continuously exposed to work near moving mechanical parts.
• Wet or humid conditions, extreme cold.
• Occasionally exposed to work in high, precarious places and dust airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Physical demands

While performing the functions of this job, the employee:

• Continuously exposed to work near moving mechanical parts.
• Wet or humid conditions, extreme cold.
• Occasionally exposed to work in high, precarious places and dust airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Travel required

• N/A

Preferred education and experience

• HS diploma or State-issued equivalency certificate.

• Equipment Operation.

• Two years related experience.

• 4 year degree preferred

• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

• At least 18 years of age.

• Required to work any shift.

• Trained to operate counterbalance forklift, pallet jack, electric floor jack, floor scrubber, scissor lift, Yard Truck.

• Trained in sanitation basics PPE's, lock out/tag out, allergen cleaning, chemical safety, MSDS, confined spaces, kosher clean up.

Additional eligibility requirements

• Required experience at SHF as Lead or Assistant Lead with mechanical and potential leadership abilities, or prior Lead experience.
• Read, write, and understand English well enough to provide and follow daily work instructions.
• Must understand and follow all GMP and HACCP procedures.

Work authorization/security clearance requirements

SupHerb Farms does not sponsor for employment-based visas for this position now or in the future. Authorized to work in the US, E-Verify participant, Social Security Trace, Drug Test, Criminal Background, Education and Employment verification.

SupHerb Farms is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.