Production Lead 3rd Shift - Germantown, WI

Production Lead 3rd Shift
Germantown, WI
3rd Shift: Sunday - Thursday, 10:30PM - 7:00AM
$2000 Sign on Bonus

As a Production Lead, 3rd Shift, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and optimizing our food ingredient manufacturing processes. Your leadership will ensure the seamless execution of production operations, adherence to quality standards, and compliance with safety protocols. By effectively coordinating with your team, managing raw materials, and maintaining equipment, you will contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional ingredients to our clients. This role demands a proactive problem-solver with strong organizational skills and a commitment to excellence in a dynamic production environment.

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.

Your Key Responsibilities:

Assign duties to Production Operators and Production Workers.
Notify the Production Supervisor and Scheduler of raw material needs and issues.
Follow process formulas using raw materials such as cheese, cream, butter, and cream cheese.
Work with live enzymes to achieve the finished product.
Maintain processes within product specifications, including T.A., moisture, salt, and fat.
Follow cook step pasteurization.
Maintain incubation periods based on product strength requirements.
Load and unload materials.
Package finished products.
Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment.
Clean machines and facilities.
Work weekends as required.
The employee in this role is responsible for food defense and food safety, ensuring adherence to all food safety protocols.
Follow at Safety Health and Environmental rules and regulations.

We Bring:

A competitive compensation package, with comprehensive health and welfare benefits.
A place to grow and develop.
A company that is purpose-led and performance-driven in a corporate culture that values people and planet.
The opportunity to work on growing brands and build on a strong foundation.
The chance to make improvements and make an impact on the business.

You Bring:

High school diploma or GED.
Forklift certification or ability get upon hiring.
Proven experience within a manufacturing environment. Preferably with Lead experience.
Strong leadership and supervisory skills with the ability to motivate and guide a team.
In-depth knowledge of production processes, quality control standards, and health and safety regulations.
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make quick, informed decisions.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
Proficient in using production management software and tools.

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.

As a committed equal opportunity employer, we ensure our recruitment practices are inclusive and fair. We encourage the recruitment of a diverse workforce, representative of the communities in which we work, by using inclusive language, diverse interview panels, diversified sourcing strategies. Selection is based on qualifications, competency, experience, performance history and fit with the team to advance fair and equitable opportunity.

Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, backgrounds, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people.

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