Team Leader, ON, Dairy - Lakeland at Publix Super Markets, Inc. in Lakeland, Florida

Job Description:

Performing tasks in the work area on a daily basis within the team including:

• being an on-the-floor work participant with associates


• covering for unplanned absences and vacations


• understanding and maintaining all department reports and procedures


• coordinating breaks and lunch schedules


• overseeing and understanding the maintenance of equipment, PM's and work orders


• assisting managers with scheduling of associates


• understanding production and ability to execute department requirements


• maintaining Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)


• promoting and enforcing quality and food safety standards


• being a role model for associates


• planning and conducting job skill training for all associates including writing Skill Breakdown Sheets (SBSs) and conducting Job Instruction Training (JIT)


• leading and driving improvement of plant operations


• analyzing and understanding KPI's and data


• performing the day to day tasks and responsibilities of the Department Manager/Assistant Department Manager in their absence, such as production scheduling and planning


• and other duties as assigned.

• High School diploma or its equivalent


• must be at least 18 years old


• must be able to learn and perform all positions in the department


• must be able to understand plant policies, practices, procedures, and requirements


• must be able to plan, organize and follow-through on assignments


• must be able to obtain a forklift license and operate a forklift


• must be able to lift in excess of 50 pounds


• must be willing to travel to any specialized training


• must have a high level of maturity, discretion, tact and judgment


• must have good computer and software skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word


• must have thorough knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) program


• must be able to use industrial strength chemicals


• must have basic mechanical skills


• must be able to climb ladders


• must demonstrate excellent work habits in line with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)


• must demonstrate safe working habits


• must demonstrate leadership skills


• must be able to work in a fast-paced environment


• must have good human relations skills (the ability to work well with others and be a team player)


• must be able to work any shift, nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours


• must have excellent attendance and punctuality


• must be willing to assist other team members in other areas


• must be able to work efficiently with little or no supervision


• must be able to follow detailed written and verbal instructions


• must possess basic math skills


• must be able to communicate effectively


• must show enthusiasm, initiative, and pride in work and


• a commitment to Publix and our mission.

• Some college coursework in Business, Engineering, and/or Food Science 


• department experience related to this position

• Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost


• An opportunity to purchase additional shares of our privately-held stock


• 401(k) retirement savings plan


• Group health, dental and vision plans 


• Paid Time Off


• Paid Parental Leave


• Short- and long-term disability insurance


• Tuition reimbursement


• Free hot lunches (buffet-style) at facilities with a cafeteria


• Visit our website to see all of our benefits: Benefits - Jobs (publix.com)