PRODUCTION LEAD MIXING 3RD SHIFT MOTLEY PLANT

Trident Seafoods is North America's largest vertically integrated seafood harvesting and processing company. Trident is a privately held, 100 percent USA-owned company with global operations in 6 countries and serves customers in almost 60 countries. Headquartered in Seattle, Washington (USA), Trident employs approximately 7,700 people worldwide each year and partners with over 2,700 independent fishermen and crewmembers in Alaska. Trident catches and processes virtually every commercial species of salmon, whitefish, and crab harvested in the North Pacific and Alaska. The global supply chain also encompasses cultured and wild species sourced from an international network of trusted suppliers.

Summary:

The Production Lead coordinates and monitors activities of workers engaged in the production processes.

Essential Functions:

Monitors one section of production and oversees the training, quality, work quality, productivity and sanitation in their respective area. Oversee the work and performance of the employees in assigned production area. Ensures proper use of protective gear, safe operation of machinery, and safe use of chemical cleaning agents. Reports continuing performance issues to supervisor. Receives and answers questions from workers pertaining to production processes or equipment operation. Monitors and expedites flow of materials within production area and makes adjustments when necessary. Notifies maintenance workers of equipment malfunctions. Tends or operates machines or equipment on production line to substitute for absentee workers. Maintains product records. Assures compliance with all safety and production practices. Trains workers in equipment operation and in processing and safety procedures. Communicates with Supervisors, FSQA and other Lead personnel any problems or concerns. Performs activities of workers supervised. This role is non-exempt at $24.20 to $28.11 per hour. Trident Seafoods offers a comprehensive and quality benefits package. Full time employees may be eligible for medical, dental and vision insurance plans, optional HRA/HSA, telemedicine, employee assistance and wellness programs, basic life and AD&D, and 401(k) with a company match, vacation, sick time, 10 paid holidays each year, and paid parental leave. For seasonal/part time employees working in Motley, MN, sick and safe time is accrued bi-weekly. Seasonal employees will be notified if they become eligible for benefits.

Travel/On-Call Requirements:

not required for this position

Required Qualifications:

A minimum of six months experience in food manufacturing or seafood industry.

Preferred Education & Experiences:

A minimum of one year supervisory experience preferably in food production HS Diploma or equivalent. May operate Forklift occasionally Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge of production processes, food safety and quality controls typically required in a food manufacturing environment.

Skills:

Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Strong Time Management skills. Strong communication skills to effectively give direction or share information.

Abilities:

Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fastpaced work environment. Ability to interpret simple written instructions and follow established procedures. Ability to work independently and collaborate across departments.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, and moving mechanical parts The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. May be required to distinguish shades of color to identify abnormalities and/or defects in food products.

Work Ability Requirements:

Employee regularly bends or leans at waist level. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel and crouch The employee lifts and carries objects up to 10 lbs regularly, 25 lbs frequently and up to 50 lbs occasionally Work Authorizations This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.