Mark Anthony Brewing is hiring a Packaging Lead responsible for the active leadership of the Packaging Operators to ensure daily completion of tasks integral to the operation and overall performance of the Packaging Lines. The PACKAGING LEAD will be cross trained in all areas and will be qualified to complete all tasks in the packaging, sanitation, quality, and maintenance areas. Responsible for monitoring the overall process and be a valued resource for the Packaging Operators to assist troubleshooting and ensure unforeseen process events are being addressed with a sense of urgency.

The PACKAGING LEAD will make certain that Safety and Quality are at the forefront of all activities for both them and their team. This role will work closely with the Packaging Supervisor and the Packaging Operators to ensure daily and weekly tasks are being completed on-time and according to standard operating procedures. This position will be a front-line leader in the brewery.

As a PACKAGING LEAD, your responsibilities will include:

• Lead by example, driving adherence to all Plant and Safety policies and procedures within the Brewery,
  including the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs). Hold
  team members accountable to the same standards
• Utilize Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to complete daily and weekly tasks, ensuring sustained and
  repeatable quality and overall performance results. Ensures and supports team member usage of SOPs.
• Ensure continuous operation of process equipment through active operator management, process
  monitoring, and troubleshooting
• Actively knows their KPIs and addresses performance gaps
• Demonstrate solution-oriented, critical thinking, and efficient decision-making skills to drive root cause
  analysis and corrective actions for consistent achievement of all measurables
• Actively mentor, coach, and hold Packaging Operators accountable for safety, quality, productivity,
  continuous improvement, and team harmony
• Audits and supports Line sanitation and 5S execution each shift
• Owns and is accountable for leading the team through brand changes and line start-up. Team Lead is directly
  responsible for the quality of the 1st case coming for the line post-change/SU.
• Effectively communicate job knowledge and process changes to the operations team members and
  management through various forms of daily communication (shift handover meeting, daily production
  meetings, email, action logs, work orders, etc.)
• Audit operator performance to ensure proper quality inspection of products as per SOPs
• Responsible for either leading or assisting with isolation of blocked product
• Coaches TMs to initiate the NCR process with QA for suspect materials
• Understands, knows, and can communicate the line performance for their area
• Leads the production floor from 530 to 630 to facilitate shift handover while maintaining shop efficiency.
• Audit documentation to ensure its completion, certifying inventory checks, quality inspections, sanitation
  requirements.
• Drive a preventative and routine operator maintenance program, including operator checks and lubrication of
  machinery and equipment and submitting corrective maintenance WO notifications
• Take effective escalation measures for safety, quality, equipment, and/or personnel issues for immediate
  resolution
• Step in for Packaging Operators during vacations or other absences when needed
• Ensure cross-training of team members to maximize the use of all available resources and overall team
  competency
• Self-starter that is willing to develop themselves to SME level on packaging equipment centers
• Willing to be a developer of team members through operational training through Best in Craft and Capability
  program
• Perform other various job duties as required

The PACKAGING LEAD position is well-suited for you if you have/are:

• Strong work ethic and willingness to take on any task.
• Reliable and punctual - must adhere to attendance and absenteeism policy.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize work while multitasking.
• Excellent communication skills both orally and written.
• Demonstrated ability to lead warehouse teams effectively.
• Ability to demonstrate and maintain a "can-do" and positive attitude.
• Ability to provide and receive open and regular feedback and adjust accordingly.
• Works collaboratively within various teams.
• Ability to adjust communication/leadership style as needed and when appropriate.
• Fully accountable owner of self and team behaviors and results.
• Fully understands and able to work with a sense of urgency.
• Ability to manage well under pressure while staying true to the company values.

Qualified candidates will have:

• High School diploma or equivalent required, Associate degree and/or Trade Certification preferred.
• 2+ years of supervisory / leadership experience in production environment and 3-5 years of overall production experience
• Demonstrated and effective use of computer skills such as MS office, Teams, OneNote, and email.
• Preferred bi-lingual English/Spanish.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Working conditions:

• Fast-paced and constantly changing work environment
• Shift work including days, evenings, overnight shifts up to 12 hrs.
• Overtime work, including weekends and holidays as needed
• Ability to push/pull/move up to 50lbs.
• Ability to stand 8-12 hours per day.
• Ability to ascend/descend stairs throughout the workday.
• Excellent hand / eye coordination including manual dexterity.

At Mark Anthony, we live by our 5 Core Values every day:

Sense of Urgency

• We value sense of urgency because we are a fast-paced company in a fast-paced industry
• You act as if there is no tomorrow and get it done today

Authenticity

• We value authenticity because we need to stay real
• You are authentic, diplomatic, respectful, thoughtful and you always have the best intentions

Simplicity

• We value simplicity; why use 50 words when you can use 5?
• You thrive in ambiguity, are comfortable with change and bring simplicity to complex situations or grey area

Humility

• We value humility; there is no room for egos here
• You're not stubborn, you listen, take feedback/direction and respond quickly to changing direction. We are a team that supports each other

Trust

• We value trust because unless we are both trusted and trusting, we will not succeed as a team
• You put trust in others and do your best to never let anyone down

At Mark Anthony, we believe every team member shares the responsibility of understanding how each of our roles and actions impact Quality, Food Safety, Safety and Continuous Improvement. This collective mindset is the cornerstone of our success as a leader in the consumer beverage space and requires us to mutually build and improve robust processes that guarantee unmatched customer satisfaction and safety.