Shift Leader at Klosterman Baking Co – Springfield, Ohio

About Klosterman Baking Company:

As a longstanding pillar of quality and taste since our inception in 1892, Klosterman has continuously delivered fresh, delicious bread and baked goods to communities across the Midwest. Our commitment to excellence, combined with a passion for crafting products that delight our customers, has fueled our growth and success over the years. At Klosterman, we embrace our company mission: "Bake it safe, make it better, serve it proudly together."

We are currently seeking dedicated individuals to join our team and contribute to our legacy of baking excellence. If you're ready to be part of a dynamic company with a rich history and a bright future, we invite you to explore our available opportunities and become a part of the Klosterman family, where tradition meets innovation in the world of baked goods.

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Roles & Responsibilities of the Shift Leader:

· Product Quality and ingredient variation/adjustments

· Review and Verification of QCPs for completeness and sufficient corrective actions.

· Ensure process accuracy throughout the operational value chain.

· Management of production/dough Schedule

· Labor management/utilization

· Team development

· High level knowledge of all processes (working towards SME)

· Shift Waste and KPI reporting

· Understand and application of Lean tools in problem solving

· Communication with Departmental managers of shift issues RCA and CA

Metrics Measured for this Role:

· Safety

· Near Miss, lost time, and recordables

· Quality

· Complaints, SQF, Customer audits,

· Cost

· Waste, OT%, Efficiency, and material cost

· Delivery

· Customer Fulfillment

· People

· Retention

· Training

Core Competencies for this Role:

· Proven leadership

· Emotional intelligence

· Working knowledge of the total process

· Proficient in Microsoft suite and other technology platforms

· Ability to deploy new initiatives and process changes

· Effective communication

· Business Acumen

· Waste targets

· Payroll $ and OT impact

Preferred Certifications & Education for This Role:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain and operations management, or related field.
• At least five (5) years’ experience in food manufacturing supervision
• Six Sigma Green belt and or Black Belt certification

Benefits

Company Benefits:

• Medical and Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 401k
• Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (Company Paid!)
• Upbeat and positive work environment
• Advancement Opportunity
• Growing Company
• Training opportunities