Leprino Foods history dates back over 65 years, when Jim Leprino first started making small batches of mozzarella for local markets and eateries in the Little Italy neighborhood of Denver. Weve grown a bit since then. Today, Leprino is the largest manufacturer of mozzarella and lactose in the world, and a leading producer of whey protein. Still owned by Jim and the Leprino family, our sights are set to be the Worlds Best Dairy Food and Ingredient Company. To help us achieve that daring vision, were looking for our secret ingredient: You. A motivated individual who is the best at what you do. Three people in a small corner grocery store in the early 1950s have now grown to over 4,300 employees throughout 16 global locations. Will you join us on our journey?

We Offer You In Return:

At Leprino Foods, starting compensation for this role is $30.77 per hour.

• A chance to be part of a global team of individuals passionate about producing and delivering high-quality products that help feed and nourish families around the world. Leprino Foods could not be where it is today without our incredible employees. That is why we share in our success together by rewarding you for your hard work. Hiring great people who are in it for the long run is our goal. Through competitive salaries, tuition assistance, vacation, holiday, dedicated sick time, matching 401(k), annual merit increases and bonuses, as well as our annual Profit-Sharing plan. Your impact will be noticed and rewarded, as you seek to further our company, our customers, and one another.

You Must Have (Minimum Qualifications):

• A minimum of 18 years of age

• Work experience in a manufacturing environment or team leadership position, or equivalent training

• Mechanical skills/aptitude

• Strong time management and organizational skills

• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate others.

• Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language

• Adhere/understand to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's)

• Communicate effectively with others to complete required documentation both in written and electronic form utilizing the English Language

• Prior leadership experience and computer proficiency in email, internet, and Microsoft Office software (i.e. Word, Excel, Powerpoint)

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum two years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

Responsibiltiies/Essential Functions:

• Ensure team (including self) is following SOP's, GMP's, and safety procedures.

• Ensure team members (including self) are trained on standard work and complete required training.

• Ensure production metrics for team is accomplished.

• The Cheese Team Lead must be able to communicate effectively in relaying information to team members, team leads, supervisors, and managers as applicable.

• The Cheese Team Lead must be able to understand the requirements of the position and successfully demonstrate proficiency in the job specific PSOP job certification.

• The Cheese Team Lead must have working knowledge of HTST, separators, starter make, vats, DMC, preheat, mixers, GRD, P2, finesavers, noltec, fortification, brine tanks, CIP systems, packaging, and milk receiving.

• Properly clean and sanitize all equipment following good manufacturing practices as required by company procedures, maintain housekeeping in area and completing eMSS daily.

• Ensure team (including self) are up-to-date on montly required safety and quality trainings.

• This position is responsible and accountable to ensure product meets food safety, regulatory, and quality requirements by following the Food Safety Plan, Quality Plan, and company policies.

• Perform work in a safe manner by following safety procedures and policies, critical safety rules, and expected standard conduct.

• Ensure safety walks are completed as required.

• Drive safety initiatives for team during pre-shift meetings.

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Leprino Foods requires all individuals to wear the appropriate Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) as required by the role and location.

Leprino Foods Company supports a drug-free workplace and is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran