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Location: Lawrence, KS We are mixing up something new in Lawrence, KS! Are you ready to be a part of something new? Pretzels, Inc is now a part of Hershey Salty Snacks! Join us and help with making great tasting snacks and a wonderful workplace environment. * Pay:* * Starting at $24.75/hr * Overnight shifts have $2/hr shift differential * Sign-on Bonus totaling $2,000 for eligible candidates * Total Rewards:* * Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, & Vision) Starting Day 1 * 401(k) Retirement Plan – with generous company match * Paid Time Off * Shifts:* * Night shift available * 12 hour shifts (6pm-6am) * Working 3-4 days/week (One week: Sun, Wed, Thurs Next week: Mon, Tues, Fri, Sat). This is a 2-2-3 schedule (2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off rotation) * Candidate Process:* / Please note – communication will be through phone, email, and text. Ensure you have access to a valid email address/ * Qualified applicants will receive a phone call to schedule an onsite interview * Post Offer Background Check, Drug screen, and Physical required The Production Relief Lead is responsible for training of employees, assisting supervisors, and providing supervision in the absence of a Production Supervisor. * Responsibilities:* * Follow all SOPs and SSOPs to keep consistent product quality * Fill out all required paperwork accurately and timely * Lead and direct the team on the task to be met each day * Coach new hourly employees on important aspects of the business (quality, safety, sanitation, productivity) * Follow all FDA health and OSHA safety regulations * Maintain good attendance and set example for the team to do the same * Setup the line and team for success each day and assist with production line as necessary * Achieve production targets * Ensure the team is working safely * Measure pretzels to go in correct bag sizes and ensure that weights, seals, and box counts are accurate and up to standard * Ensure that any equipment malfunction is immediately reported and fixed * Ensure the area is clean and sanitized correctly and up to standard at the end of each shift * Assist Supervisor in tracking attendance and timely arrival of employees in your work area * Perform daily quality inspections throughout the plant in all areas (processing, packaging, shipping, warehouse) * Be a self-starter; ability to work independently as well as with other personnel and management * Other duties as assigned * Qualifications:* * Prior experience in the food industry * Excellent communication skills, written and verbal * Organized with attention to detail * Understanding of OSHA requirements * Understanding of safety programs * Certified for fork trucks and stock picker * Prior experience with Lean Manufacturing, Kan Ban, FIFO, Min Max (preferred) * Proficiency in Microsoft Office products * Occasionally lift up to/and or move up to 50 pounds The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The policy of The Hershey Company is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veterans If you require a reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact the HR Service Center (askhr@hersheys.com).