Assembly Assistant Manager

A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. That means improving how people eat, funding grants for school gardens, providing access to fresh and healthy food to people living within food deserts, alleviating poverty in developing countries, and so much more. Working with us means you are making a difference within your community and beyond. We aren't just a grocery store: we're world-changers. And with your help, we will continue to set the standards of excellence and revolutionize the grocery industry. The Assembly Associate Team Leader (ATL) supports the Assembly Team Leader in managing and supervising the Machine Operators, Assembly Expeditors, and Production Team Members in the metro food production facility. Responsibilities: Partner with Assembly Team Leader to lead the daily operations of the assembly team, including assigning tasks, providing guidance, and ensuring all production targets are met and safety protocols are followed. Assist leadership in ensuring that a US Department of Agriculture (USDA) manufacturing facility production team operates safely and complies with regulatory and corporate safety and environmental program standards and goals. Assist Assembly Team Leader with analyzing production reports, inventory management reports, and labor to meet all targets. Assist with interviewing, selecting, training, developing, and counseling Team Members in a way that builds and sustains a high-performing team and minimizes turnover. Collaborate with Assembly Supervisors and Team Member Services (TMS) on Team Member relations, including proper documentation, investigations, and corrective actions. Provide leadership oversight of Ingredient and Labeling Accuracy (ILA), metal detection, and checkweighing activities during the assembly process. Communicate and maintain Team Member safety and security standards. Maintain comprehensive knowledge of, and ensure compliance with, relevant regulatory rules and standards, including Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), USDA, State Department of Agriculture, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP), Food Safety and Modernization Act (FSMA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Department of Labor, Health and Sanitation regulations, Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and Weights and Measures. Establish and maintain collaborative and productive working relationships with Store Support teams and Operational Areas supported by Facility Leadership. Work with Assembly Team Leader to resolve team concerns or issues. Foster a positive work environment of outstanding teamwork and mutual respect. Qualifications: BA/BS degree OR equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. 18+ months of food production facility experience and 6+ months of supervisory experience in the food manufacturing industry. Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, supply chain management, environmental health and safety, and OSHA. Intermediate computer skills; proficiency in select Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); and ability to learn custom applications. Understanding of financials and P&L statements. Ability to work well with others, self-motivated, and capable of working independently with little supervision. Ability to work a flexible schedule based on the needs of the facility, including nights, weekends and holidays as required. Ability to build strong partnerships with key stakeholders, including Team Members, customers, suppliers, and regulators. A genuine passion for food and a deep commitment to our purpose to nourish people and the planet. Physical Requirements / Working Conditions: Must be able to lift 50 pounds. Must adhere to company dress code, standards of production kitchen dress, and personal protective equipment (PPE). Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with rea…

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