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The Hershey Company

Lead Production - Lawrence, KS

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $26.00
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Work Schedule

Fixed Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Paid Time Off

Job Description

Dot's Pretzels is an established and rapidly growing food manufacturing company known for delivering a high-quality product that tastes homemade. Located in Lawrence, KS, Dot's Pretzels prides itself on its strong foundation built on relationships and family values. The company emphasizes leadership by example and values its employees as an integral part of the team. This nurturing and collaborative work environment supports continuous growth and professional development. The Lawrence, KS location presents an exciting opportunity to join Dot's Pretzels during a period of significant expansion, where new team members are welcomed to contribute to the company’s ongoing success.
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Job Requirements

  • HS diploma or GED
  • Prior experience in the food industry
  • Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
  • Organized with attention to detail
  • Understanding of OSHA requirements
  • Understanding of safety programs
  • Certified for fork trucks and stock picker
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
  • Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Job Qualifications

  • HS diploma or GED
  • Prior experience in the food industry
  • Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
  • Organized with attention to detail
  • Understanding of OSHA requirements
  • Understanding of safety programs
  • Certified for fork trucks and stock picker
  • Prior experience with Lean Manufacturing, Kan Ban, FIFO, Min Max (preferred)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
  • Occasionally lift up to and or move up to 50 pounds

Job Duties

  • Fill in for supervisors on same or other shifts when they are absent
  • Train to fill in for some or all of other key positions on the shift such as machine operator, baker, packer
  • Follow all SOPs and SSOPs to keep consistent product quality
  • Fill out all required paperwork accurately and timely
  • Lead and direct the team on the task to be met each day
  • Coach new hourly employees on important aspects of the business including quality, safety, sanitation, productivity
  • Follow all FDA health and OSHA safety regulations
  • Setup the line and team for success each day and assist with production line as necessary
  • Achieve production targets
  • Ensure the team is working safely
  • Measure pretzels to go in correct bag sizes and ensure that weights, seals, and box counts are accurate and up to standard
  • Ensure that any equipment malfunction is immediately reported and fixed
  • Ensure the area is clean and sanitized correctly and up to standard at the end of each shift
  • Assist supervisor in tracking attendance and timely arrival of employees in your work area
  • Perform daily quality inspections throughout the plant in all areas including processing, packaging, shipping, warehouse

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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