Shift Lead - Rhuthun, United Kingdom - Genus PLC

Genus PLC

Verified Company

Rhuthun, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Business Overview:
ABS Global is the world-leading provider of bovine genetics, reproductive services, technologies and udder care products.

Marketing in more than 70 countries around the globe, ABS has been at the forefront of animal genetics and technology since its founding in 1941.

We are uniquely positioned as a global player with a dedicated research and development function and an international distribution network.

We breed and distribute the genes of the world's best bulls, scientifically selecting livestock whose offspring is designed to increase the profitability of our customers who are some of the world's biggest farmers and food producers.

_Our vision is clear:
Pioneering animal genetic improvement to help nourish the world._

Role Overview:
The Shift Leader serves as the primary mentor, leader, and trainer on the production floor for his/her shift.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Operate instruments and conduct all processing tasks.

This includes:

Prepare for the production process.
Participate in continuous operational improvement.
Work with coworkers and manager to effectively troubleshoot equipment and process issues.
Understand the theory and concepts behind the technology and processes.
Anticipate potential problems and take preventative action.
Review documentation and check all calculations (e.g. tickets, labels, equipment reading).
Troubleshoot equipment and process problems.
Comply with safety requirements, SOPs, and manufacturing documentation.
Use of automation to perform production operations.
Provide detailed documentation.
Provide regular communication (both verbal and/or written) within operations.
Support formal and informal training programs including new hire training and advanced technician training.
Identify individual training needs and recommend staff for additional training.
Provide onthejob coaching and training to address remedial technical gaps.
Assist with production projects as assigned.
Regularly check equipment and report equipment not operating efficiently.
Monitor shift supplies and communicate inventory issues in a timely manner.
Serve as lean ambassador as well as change/health & safety and quality champion for the production floor.
Strive and develop new skills. Assume greater responsibility within the department and organization.
Promote a culture of health and safety by ensuring all employees follow the company's biosecurity policies.
Maintain a clean and safe workplace and encourage others to do the same.
Ensure production is running smoothly.
Delegate responsibilities and assign daily duties.
Escalate issues the technician is unable to resolve.
Follow up on problems to ensure tasks are managed to the conclusion.
Lead shift meetings and present relevant updates.
Monitor the quality and address quality issues within the scope of ability.

Requirements:

Educated to GCSE level or Secondary school equivalent.
Some experience in Supervisory with an FMCG / Lab environment.
Effective interpersonal skills.
Display solid performance standards, and be reliable and dependable.
Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
Poses a valid driver's license.
Ability to be a positive leader.
Strong attention to detail and respect for quality assurance. Understand & promotes Right First-Time principles

Equal Employment Opportunities:
Genus is an equal-opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates.

Genus prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Genus conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.