Production Lead

about 3 years ago
Full time role
Malvern, PA, US... more
Malvern, PA, US... more

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At Beyond Meat, we believe there is a better way to feed the planet. Our mission is to create The ...

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Job Description

COMPANY DESCRIPTION
At Beyond Meat, we started with simple questions. Why do you need an animal to create meat? Why can’t you build meat directly from plants? Thus, we make plant-based meats that allow families to eat more, not less, of the traditional dishes they love while feeling great about the health, sustainability, and animal welfare benefits of plant protein. Our goal is to bring exciting change to the plate—and Beyond.
OVERVIEW
The Production Lead is an hourly front-line leadership position. This position supervises production staff on a specific shift to attain production and quality goals. Identifies problems or bottlenecks in production processes and resolves issues. Supports continuous improvement goals in safety, quality and cost. Mentors and develops hourly production personnel.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Create a team environment built on open communication
  • Listen to team members feedback and resolve issues or conflicts
  • Set clear team goals
  • Motivate team members to achieve goals
  • Recognize high performance and reward accomplishments
  • Delegate tasks to operators
  • Oversee day-to-day operations
  • Monitor team performance and report on metrics
  • Contribute to the growth of the company through building a successful team

QUALIFICATIONS

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Proven ability to lead
  • Ability to work 12-hour shifts
  • Attention to detail
  • Punctual and dependable
  • Excellent problem and communication skills
  • Able to work cross functionally and collaboratively
  • Willingness to generate new ideas and find better ways to do things
  • Flexibility to work any/all shifts to support a high growth work environment. Mandatory overtime is required on occasion, which can include some weekends.
  • Ability to demonstrate and train on policies of safety and Good Manufacturing Practices
  • Basic computer skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

WORK ENVIRONMENT

  • Warehouse and production manufacturing environment within the plant
  • Environment includes both tempered and ambient areas

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Able to repetitively lift heavy objects up to 50 lbs. with or without reasonable
  • accommodations
  • Must be able to work in a standing position for extended periods
  • Able to repetitively exert the required force to push/pull gaylords of differing
  • weights (400 to 1200 lbs ) while walking utilizing a manual pallet jack
  • Must be able to crouch/stoop/squat/bend as needed to complete tasks
  • Occasionally climb stairs or a ladder to complete tasks
Beyond Meat is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, gender identify, sexual orientation, national origin, liability for military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are interested in learning the status of your application, please note you will be contacted directly by the appropriate human resources contact person if you are selected for further consideration. Beyond Meat reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.

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