Encapsulation Team Lead

Job purpose

The Encapsulation Team Lead works to maintain high sanitary standards throughout the preparation, set-up and operation of the designated encapsulation jobs while meeting high-quality manufacturing specifications in a safe work environment. Follows a continuous improvement process in the management of quality in all operations, supervision of operators and by maintaining a continuous and efficient workflow within the department through effective scheduling and processing of all work orders.

Essential Functions

Job duties include but are not limited to:

· Operates and monitors assigned machines to encapsulate ingredients for the production of dietary supplements.

· Troubleshoot issues related to product quality and machine performance.

· Perform job duties within the established quality control guidelines of the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).

· Completes all tracking documentation in an accurate and timely manner using Google Sheets and/or Excel, Red Zone and ERP software.

· Maintains high sanitary standards of cleanliness of workspace, equipment, and materials at all times.

· Also, performs cleaning duties of workspace to maintain sanitary conditions before, during and after processing a new job.

· Produces products that are defect free and properly identified.

· Utilize hand tools, power tools, pallet jacks and other tools as required to perform essential job duties.

· Communicates directly with Operations Supervisor concerning any discrepancies such as but not limited to safety, quality, operations, or health concerns.

· Follow the proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidelines at all times.

· Reviews batch records for accuracy and completeness before forwarding to QC.

· Develops daily, weekly, and monthly target goals for department production and schedules runs.

· Participates in the selection of talent during hiring process.

· Participates in performance management, coaching and disciplinary activities when directed by the Manufacturing Supervisor.

· Participates in training and/or directing training tech activities to enable level progression and pay progression for all operators in the department.

· Manages workflow and forecasts workload.

· Other duties as assigned including encapsulation activities as business needs require.

Qualifications

· Experience in production operations

· Must be Tier 2 operator in encapsulation.

· Ability to communicate both orally and written to management and other employees.

· Knowledge of general mathematics

· Bilingual (English & Spanish)

· Experience in computer skills including word processors, spreadsheets, and databases.

· Ability to understand, follow and implement written SOP’s.

· Ability to work through difficult conversations with quality control to manage resolve issues.

· Ability to lift up to 50-75 pounds frequently and greater weights with or without accommodation.

· Ability to stand or walk across hard surfaces all day.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• West Jordan, UT 84088: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person