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Rich\'s, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding \$4billion, Rich\'s is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich\'s-Infinite Possibilities. One Family.

Purpose Statement

• To clarify and enhance the Topping Leads ability to conduct His /Hers daily activities, to accomplish RPC objectives
• To provide the Customer with the best product, value and service as possible
• To provide a safe and clean environment

Key Accountabilities and Outcomes

• Oversees the daily topping production schedule execution. Ensuring that it is manufactured in compliance with the Specifications set forth by the Customer. Maintaining or exceeding manufacturing Standards, Yields and Efficiencies
• Promotes Continuous Improvement Process throughout the facility.
• Promotes Quality of Work Life for all employees.
• Ensures that all required documentation for production records is completed according to RPC policies.
• Train line employees on Rules and Regulations, Safety, Good Manufacturing Practices, Standard Operating Procedures, and Job Expectations.
• Resolves any employee issues through grievance process. Recommends Recognitions, Promotions, or disciplinary actions based on Employee performance.
• Attend and complete any RPC sponsored Training.
• Assures that all Good Manufacturing Practices take place, before, and during the process.
• Assures and verifies that all production is within the department\'s budgetary standards
• Sets up all computer controlled equipment.
• Documents any changes or issues during production
• Plans in advance for employee\'s vacations, to ensure continuity and a full staff.
• Maintain and Promote Open Communication Channels and Open Door Policy at all levels.
• Makes SAFETY a first priority, while carrying out his /her daily activities
• Reports any unsafe acts or conditions to immediate superior
• Monitors employee performance and compliance with Company Rules and Policies, Safety Rules, Good Manufacturing Practices, and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Monitor the security of premises
• Inform upper Management of any problems that cannot be solved in a timely manner.
• Review daily production line performances documentation, and document any required corrective action.

\ Specific Responsibilities:

Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assures that all Good Manufacturing Practices take place, before, and during the process.
• Assures and verifies that all production is within the department\'s budgetary standards
• Sets up all computer controlled equipment.
• Documents any changes or issues during production
• Plans in advance for employee\'s vacations, to ensure continuity and a full staff.
• Maintain and Promote Open Communication Channels and Open Door Policy at all levels.
• Makes SAFETY a first priority, while carrying out his /her daily activities
• Reports any unsafe acts or conditions to immediate superior
• Monitors employee performance and compliance with C mpany Rules and Policies, Safety
• Rules, Good Manufacturing Practices, and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Monitor the security of premises.
• Inform upper Management of any problems that cannot be solved in a timely manner.
• Review daily production line performances documentation, and document any requiredcorrective action.
• And as directed by Production Supervisor

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• High school graduate or equivalent (GED) (Preferable)
• 3 years Food Manufacturing experience (Minimum)
• 1 year as crew leader (Minimum)
• Strong math skills
• Speak, read, and write English (Spanish is a Plus)
• Basic computer skills
• Effective Communication Skills (Will direct English, Spanish, and Asian speaking employees)
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to operate machinery and equipment
• Ability to document and measure results
• Ability to supervise and motivate others
• Teamwork building skills
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices