Title: Work Center Coach/Production Lead – Hay

Location: Omaha
Hours: 1st and 2nd shift available
M-TH 5:45 am - 4:15 pm or M-TH 3:45 pm - 2:15 am
*Fridays as needed 
 

Compana Pet Brands is a global leader in pet care and nutrition dedicated to enriching the lives of pets and their families today and for generations to come.

We are actively seeking a Work Center Coach/Production Lead  to join our growing organization and help us Nurture What You Love!

A career at Compana Pet Brands is more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to work with a team of diverse, creative pet lovers who understand that pets are part of the family and, just like family, they always come first! Just as each of our brands brings its own personality to our product portfolio, each Compana employee brings his or her own unique set of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds to our business. As a team, we approach every day with passion and determination that comes from knowing that the work we do enables millions of pet parents to express love for their furry and feathered family members through the products and experiences we provide.

As our Work Center Coach/Production Lead, you’ll make an impact by:

• Leading the work team to follow standardized work methods to meet or exceed work center benchmarks. Support the team’s learning, collaboration and improvement by asking questions, providing training, leading problem-solving, and accessing additional resources when needed.
• Training work team members to safely operate equipment using work instructions and SOPs.
• Packaging hay and hay-based products for delivery to customers, ensuring products meet all quality assurance specifications.
• Operating equipment properly to prevent personal injury, damage to equipment, and downtime.
• Communicating effectively with individuals and teams throughout the company as needed.

What you need to succeed:

• High school degree or equivalent preferred
• Become certified operator in the work center within 60 days
• Effective communicator
• Positive change leader and role model
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Follow verbal and written instructions
• Work with hay and hay-based products
• Work in a standing position for up to two hours without a break
• Lift up to 50 pounds (100-pound requirement for bulk), with some overhead lifting)
• Bend and twist while working
• Operate equipment for moving materials, if applicable

What we have for you:

• A growing team making a difference in the lives of pets and pet families
• Great work/life balance with generous PTO, paid holidays and more!
• Differential pay for 2nd shift
• A generous Employee Referral program
• A comprehensive health insurance plan including medical, dental, vision as well as life insurance, long and short-term disability benefits
• Retirement benefits
• Employee Assistance program to support you well being
• Opportunity to enroll in voluntary pet insurance and access to free 24/7 veterinary telehelp line.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Hours of work are Monday through Thursday, 10 hours shift, and Fridays when business needs necessitate. 1^st Shift is 5:45 am - 4:15 pm M-TH, Fri as needed or 2nd shift is M-TH 3:45 pm - 2:15 am Fri as needed. Consistent and regular attendance is required as an essential job function.These hours are subject to change based upon company needs.

Disclaimer:

This description is representative only and is not exhaustive of the tasks this position may be required to perform.