Production Line Leader

Equipment Owner III

The Equipment Owner III is responsible for the assigned lines overall results including Safety, Food Safety & Quality, Cost, Productivity and Engagement (Line Scorecard). As part of the Production Leadership team, the candidate will assist the line trio to deliver Safety, Quality, Cost, Production and Engagement results.

• Ensure all associates follow safety and food safety and quality standards.
• Ensure all quality checks are completed properly and on time.
• Document and update production reports.
• Ensure necessary materials and supplies are in place before and during production run.
• Ensure the production schedule is completed in the most cost‑efficient way.
• Communicate issues throughout the shift and contribute to solutions.
• Manage startup, change‑over and shutdown events.
• Analyze line data and work with the line trio and production leaders to prioritize gaps, trends and loss elimination.
• Operate machinery as necessary while maintaining line performance.
• Execute the AM systems on assigned AM models.
• Troubleshoot equipment and make proper adjustments.
• Inspect equipment and complete minor repairs.
• Implement operation standards and ensure Associates understand and follow them.
• Follow Standard work, 6S and Quick changeover standards.
• Support AM implementation and develop equipment owner capabilities.
• Coach and provide feedback to equipment owners and production associates.
• Monitor line productivity metrics and product quality.
• Participate in Kaizen events and sustain cost‑saving opportunities.

• High school diploma or GED preferable; or 3 to 5 years relevant experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Office, E‑mail and simple database applications (i.e. SAP and QDMS).
• Demonstrated leadership skills and LOTO certification on all machines in the department.
• Proficient in performance of all Production Positions.
• Ability to read and understand English.
• Ability to work weekends and overtime when required.
• Physical requirements:
  
  constant walking, standing on hard concrete surface; frequent bending, stooping, squatting, pushing, pulling; occasional lifting and ladder climbing; periodic lifting of up to 50 lbs (10‑25 lbs – boxes, scrap bins, garbage bins).
• Ability to work in and contribute to Production Improvement, Associate Involvement, and Temporary teams as assigned.

• Competitive compensation
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Family planning support
• Associate resource groups
• Volunteering & community impact opportunities
• Holiday gatherings
• In‑house taste tests

Rich Products Corporation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of protected classes. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact Rich’s Associate Experience Network at  if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.