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| Supervisor - Line Maint
(Req.#:
2537
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Job Type:
Manufacturing Prof
Job Location:
Le Mars, IA
Position is located in our South Ice Cream Plant. (Large Plant)
Sends out a daily downtime report, and ensures a daily downtime report is sent out by crew leader or back up crew leader. Embraces the line owner position by scheduling work to appropriate line owner and ensuring line owner works well with operator as well as understands the importance of handoffs to ensure accurate documentation.
Able to use a computer efficiently understanding Microsoft office, CMMS, Lawson, WHIMs, Oracle Apps. Has an ability to file and store electronic documents as well as keeping electronic documents up to date including RCAs, metrics, shift investigations, audits, and inspections.
Drives root cause analysis processes to improve machine downtime. Understands mechanical systems and manufacturing processes at Wells Dairy. Comes prepared to production meetings with answers and facts on what took place.
Communicates with alternate shift maintenance and production supervisors to ensure seamless shift changes.
Demonstrates technical abilities of manufacturing equipment; is a technical resource for direct reports, internal and external customers. Ensures reliability of equipment and processes through driving and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Works with vendors and parts personnel to drive improvements to equipment through design changes and parts improvements. Works with engineering on plant projects and machine modifications.
Builds capability of maintenance team by providing coaching, training and technical expertise. Utilizes the performance management process to effectively and consistently coach and develop the team while holding them accountable. Supports and administers the progression system in the department ensuring everyone meets the training requirements.
Ensures compliance of the department for safety and code regulations including but not limited to Arc Flash, LO/TO, and OSHA regulations.
Leads reliability initiatives in the maintenance department. Is responsible for execution of PM programs on manufacturing equipment and mechanical systems. Is responsible for all PM documentation and accuracy. Is expected to have PMs completed on time and develop proactive work to ensure plant reliability.
Drives predictive technologies including but not limited to conditioned based monitoring and inspections, vibration analysis, infrared technology, oil and lubrication analysis.
Leads reliability teams weekly with all groups to help eliminate all downtime.
Manages the work schedule of the employees for days worked and payroll. Schedules work orders and PMs to employees to ensure high department efficiency and labor utilization.
Contributes to building the budget with manager and works to maintain the budget to ensure favorable results. Works to keep R&M with in budget as well as manages the execution of REOs.
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Job Type:
Manufacturing Prof
Job Location:
Le Mars, IA
Position is located in our South Ice Cream plant in LeMars, IA.
Manages day-to-day execution of production, sanitation, CIP and production set-up activities to ensure optimal performance in the areas of safety, quality, cost and delivery and adherence to food safety and quality requirements.
Ensures execution of standards of work to ensure process compliance throughout the production and sanitation functions.
Support the execution of New Production Development, capital projects and other initiatives at the production phase.
Supports and maintains a continuous improvement (CI) culture across assigned work teams; serves as a leader of change across the function.
Manages and executes labor and production schedules and plans to ensure appropriate coverage in support of attainment goals. Actively seeks opportunities to optimize cost structure in the areas of materials, scheduling, labor, etc.
Develop and build capability of people as individuals and teams through a variety of techniques and tools focused on motivation, teamwork, mentoring and coaching.
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| Supervisor 2 Operations
(Req.#:
2524
) |
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Job Type:
Manufacturing Prof
Job Location:
Le Mars, IA
This leader will supervise multiple lines and teams in our South Ice Cream Plant.
Drives individual accountability and ownership of results. Fosters accountability for direct reports in the areas of safety, quality, delivery and cost.
Understands business processes and executes direction based upon business priority and strategy under the guidance of management.
Builds collaborative partnerships within departmental lines to achieve departmental and team results.
Supervises a designated work group by fostering a culture of continued learning and development.
Enforces compliance with company policies, procedures, and operational standards.
Advocates change and supports continued process improvement. Provides insight and ideas in encouraging others to try new approaches to solve day to day opportunities and key business issues.
Supports corporate strategy by assisting the
development of team and individual goals, objectives, operational standards, and expectations for Safety, Quality and Productivity.
AA/EEO-M/F/D/V
Job Type:
Sales
Job Location:
Las Vegas, NV
This professional should be based in the Las Vegas, NV area to call on accounts in that region in selling Blue Bunny ice cream and other Wells ice cream products.
Maintains regular contact through efficient territory routing with customers to ensure good service and customer relations. Meets store call standards including, but not limited to, our call frequency target of 100% and calls per day targets as established by ops management.
Develops all accounts, which includes prospecting, seeking SKU expansion, and incremental selling opportunities.
Promotes and sells new product lines and programs, which includes speed and depth of distribution.
Responsible for achieving established display targets by seeking, selling and building quality and impactful displays.
Responsible for executing complete store calls and following merchandising guidelines in accordance with our store call procedure manual. Initiates and maintains out of stock reduction efforts.
Utilizes the 6 step selling process to build the selling story efficiently and effectively by analyzing sales/marketing data and utilizing the tools provided. (IRI data, competitor activity, customer programs and promotional schedules, month end sales, corporate marketing activities, consumer research, SCDB reports).
All Other Provides relevant competitive intelligence (price point reporting, promotional activity, media activity, new item/line introductions, item/line discontinuation, sales force changes, business acquisition or loss), meets deadlines, actively communicates and interacts with account management and district ops team, and readily adopts corporate initiatives.
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Job Type:
Continuous Improvement
Job Location:
Lemars, IA
Wells Enterprises, Inc. currently has a Continuous Improvement Manager opportunity at our state-of-the art Freezer in Le Mars, Iowa. This position is responsible for developing and executing in partnership with Distribution Manager an effective CI strategy within the manufacturing or distribution facility, or key supply chain business area to support the organizations' efforts to improve Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost.
Key Responsibilities Include:
*Lead Operations and Supply Chain CI and operational resources including training and development plans around CI tools, strategies, and techniques.
*Coach and challenge Operations and Supply Chain leadership and hourly employees on the fundamentals of CI and build problem solving capabilities throughout the Operations organization.
*Ensure Operations-SC leadership and CI resources within assigned facility (direct reports), deliver a minimum, run-rate, sustained savings each year.
*Work closely with Manufacturing Managers, Operations Managers, Quality Manager and other facility leaders to identify best practices, stretch objectives, and challenge how the facility is operated with the objective of achieving Operational Excellence.
*Ensure proper communication methods are utilized to create a shared CI mindset across the facility/department and reinforce basic CI principles, highlight Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) versus goals, share best practices and celebrate individual/team successes.
*Lead improvement projects and/or activities each year that deliver sustained, run-rate savings of 3X annual compensation (i.e. salary, bonus, benefits).
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
*Expert in Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma Blackbelt and/or TOC Jonah
*Effective problem solver
*Strong communicator (oral & written)
*Advanced operations analysis capability (labor, equipment, capacity, etc)
*Positively influence and motivate others
*Effective coach/mentor to others
*Capable of building effective teams
Qualified applicants must possess a Bachelor of Science degree (preferably in a technical field, i.e. Engineering), MBA preferred or commensurate business experience. Minimum 5 years with continuously increasing responsibility in a manufacturing environment.
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| Director Of Prod Dvelopment
(Req.#:
2477
) |
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Job Type:
Research and Development
Job Location:
Le Mars, IA
Located at our state of the art Corporate Center and R & D facilities equipped with Sensory labs, beautiful R & D labs and a Culinary kitchen. Looking for a strong R & D leader to assist Wells Enterprises in becoming the "#1 Ice Cream Company in America."
Leading, directing and developing the Product Development team to become a world class organization. Primary owner of New Product Development process and strategic components of Product Innovation.
Responsible for leading and directing the Product Development team.
Responsible for all new products, new product development process, and serving as a stakeholder in the NPD steering team.
Responsible for participating in the overall R&D budgeting process, as well as jointly being responsible for Wells pilot plant expenditures, equipment needs and utilization of equipment to develop new processes and prototypes.
Responsible for leading and promoting a culture of Innovation throughout the organization.
Responsible for strategic planning, asset allocation and coordinating cross-functional projects.
Fiscal responsibility and effectiveness of team and projects.
Responsible for working with team to increase their awareness of competitors through benchmarking and best practice intelligence with the goal to raise the level of expertise amongst the team.
Responsible for driving efficiencies and designing Quality into new and existing products and processes at Wells Enterprises.
Responsible for building alignment with Marketing and Supply Chain partners and resolving issues related to innovation/new product development and manufacture.
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| Intern, Document Control
(Req.#:
2493
) |
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Job Type:
Internship
Job Location:
Le Mars, IA
Wells Enterprises, Inc. , the maker of delicious Blue Bunny ice cream, is looking for a Document Control Intern for the Warehouse operations.for the summer of 2013 in LeMars, IA, the "Ice Cream Capital of the World" .
This Intern will use skills in document and creative writing for assisiting in process documentation in accordance with supplier quality certification for the organization.
Interns will have unique opportunities to work on various projects important to the continued success of our organization and will be exposed to different areas within their area of internship. We prefer interns that would be currently enrolled as a Junior or Senior at their institution and should be working towards and applicable degree within the applied for internship area. We also prefer a current 3.0 or higher G.P.A. and previous internship or work experience. Desirable candidates are those who possess strong characteristics in problem-solving, team focus, a continuous improvement mindset and a strong emphasis on personal initiative. Additional expectations are a strong commitment to a career in food manufacturing/distribution, personal ownership in continued self development and career management and a strong desire to work in a fun and exciting organization which serves as a leader in frozen dairy confections and treats with an impeccable reputation. F/M/V/D encouraged to apply. EOE/AA
| Database Administrator
(Req.#:
2474
) |
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Job Type:
Information Technology
Job Location:
Lemars, IA
This position is located in our state of the art Corporate Center. This professional will be responsible for assisting in the administration and control activitiies related to database for planning, development and implementation activities. They will set/establish alerts and monitors systems as well as assisting in the assessment and implementation of new technologies. Trouble shoot technology issues as it relates to the database environment.
Responsible for providing technical leadership for the enterprise database environment across all platforms including the assessment and implementation of new technologies.
Research and testing of patches necessary to correct bugs, security issues and enhance database functionality. This includes the propagation of actions through the project, pre-production, and production environments as well as the refresh aspects of non-production environments as they relate to the database environment.
Proactively monitor the database environment including the set up and configuration of management utilities with appropriate alerts.
Ensure high availability and disaster recovery of supported databases.
Document key database functions and processes, establish and/or maintain policies and procedures as it pertains to database.
Advises management of database concepts and functional capabilities by providing knowledge of the assessment and implementation of new technologies.
Assist in planning and execution of application software projects as it relates to the database environment.
Support effort in coordination with the business development teams as it relates to the change control, coordination of database availability, and functioning as the subject matter expert in the technology aspects as it relates to database.
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| Shipping & Receiving Coord I
(Req.#:
1813
) |
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Job Type:
Administrative
Job Location:
Le Mars, IA
We have an opening for a part time Shipping and Receiving Coordinator at our Le Mars facility on the night shift. This position will cover the weekends and holidays.
The Shipping and Receiving Coordinator is responsible for preparing all shipping documents and correspondence pertaining to the work of the department in a timely and accurate manner.
Also with minimal supervision, must be able to solve practical or complex problems, and issues using a variety of instructions or guides furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Responsible for maintaining inventory of shipping materials and office/freezer supplies and distribute as directed.
Must be able to understand quality standards, methods, procedures and reporting as required.
Responsible to verify information against bills of lading, invoices, orders or other records.
Coordinating all aspects of shipping and receiving tasks to expedite an order, process a transaction or ship a product, to include arranging the loading and unloading of products, and customer orders to be moved, gathered or distributed.
Prepare reports of a complicated nature; selects and interprets information to be included, ensures accuracy of all documents.
Applicants will need to have the ability to communicate orally or in written form professionally and effectively with co-workers, departments,drivers, customers and vendors.
Along with computer skills to include the use of Microsoft windows, ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals and basic math skills.
F/M/V/D encouraged to apply. EOE/AA
Job Type:
Engineering
Job Location:
Le Mars, IA
Wells Enterprises, Inc. currently has an opening for a Packaging Engineer in the Engineering Department at our corporate office in Le Mars, Iowa. This position will provide support and technical expertise in areas to include New Product Development (NPD), Troubleshooting on Packaging Materials, Specification Management, Qualification of Materials and Vendors, and Packaging Innovation.
Responsibilities will include:
-Recommending, driving, and leading packaging improvements, utilizing key performance indicators, with operational efficiency improvements.
-Establishing relationships with key vendors and holding vendors accountable to the development process disciplines.
-Demonstrating ability to lead others with high rate of first run success with new product development and project work.
-Providing technical expertise across ranges of packaging mediums utilized at Wells and demonstrated knowledge on equipment capabilities to efficiently and effectively integrate new packaging into the equipment.
-Providing packaging design alternatives (innovation) and packaging expertise to deliver to Marketing the design and specifications required.
Qualified applicants must have a Bachelor of Science preferred in Packaging or a related field plus a minimum of 3 years of related experience.
F/M/V/D encouraged to apply. EOE/AA
| Plant H R Summer Intern 2013
(Req.#:
2199
) |
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Job Type:
Internship
Job Location:
Le Mars, IA
Wells Enterprises, Inc. , the maker of delicious Blue Bunny ice cream, is looking for Human Resource Interns for the summer of 2013 in LeMars, IA, the "Ice Cream Capital of the World" . Interns will have unique opportunities to work on various projects important to the continued success of our organization and will be exposed to different areas within their area of internship.
We prefer interns that would be currently enrolled as a Junior or Senior at their institution and should be working towards and applicable degree within the applied for internship area. We also prefer a current 3.0 or higher G.P.A. and previous internship or work experience.
Desirable candidates are those who possess strong characteristics in problem-solving, team focus, a continuous improvement mindset and a strong emphasis on personal initiative. Additional expectations are a strong commitment to a career in food manufacturing/distribution, personal ownership in continued self development and career management and a strong desire to work in a fun and exciting organization which serves as a leader in frozen dairy confections and treats with an impeccable reputation.
F/M/V/D encouraged to apply. EOE/AA
| Freezer Maintenance Tech 1
(Req.#:
2293
) |
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Job Type:
Manufacturing
Job Location:
Le Mars, IA
Wells Enterprises, Inc. currently has openings for Maintenance Techs to work on the night shift in our state-of-the-art Freezer in LeMars, IA. This position performs preventive maintenance and repair of equipment and machinery associated with robotics, sprinkler systems, cranes, conveyors, palletizers, high frequency drives, and dock areas. Must be able to work and function safely at heights in excess of 120 feet and in -20 degree temperatures.
Previous mechanical experience is required. Previous electrical and maintenance experience is preferred.
Approximate starting time will be between 4:30 p.m. and 8:00 p.m., Sunday through Thursday. Some weekend work will be required with days off and hours subject to change as business needs dictate.
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| Refrigeration Engineer I
(Req.#:
2280
) |
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Job Type:
Engineering
Job Location:
Lemars, IA
Wells Enterprises, Inc. currently has an opening for a Refrigeration Engineer supporting our facilities in Le Mars, Iowa. This position facilitates the implementation of regulatory compliance at the plant level and drives continuous improvement for the Utilities Systems. This position will develop and drive concepts for improved system safety, maintainability, reliability, and efficiency, specifically with regard to energy, chemicals, water, maintenance, labor, operating practices, etc. Consistently monitors and analyzes systems performance and communicates status. This position reports to the Corporate Fluid Utilities Manager.
Qualifications include B.S. in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering and/or; 1-4 years experience in a related field; Knowledge of the ammonia refrigeration systems and associated utilities systems; Complete knowledge of PSM and other regulatory requirements; Knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards
F/M/V/D encouraged to apply. EOE/AA
| Full Time Production Worker
(Req.#:
2561
) |
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Job Type:
Manufacturing
Job Location:
Le Mars, IA
We are now taking applications for plant operations! Come see us on Friday, May 17, 2013 from 9am to 3pm Wells Corporate Center LeMars, IA No HS/GED required. The maker of Blue Bunny Ice Cream is now taking applications for production, sanitation, and freezer workers in our Le Mars, IA plants. We are looking for team-oriented people who pride themselves on hard work and dedication. Employees must be quality conscious and capable of producing quality ice cream products. We need people to fill these positions that enjoy physical work, are capable of working as part of a team, and can maintain accuracy while working in a demanding and rewarding environment. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, have a good work history, available weekends and overtime, and the ability to communicate with other co-workers in a safety conscious environment. In exchange, we offer very competitive wages and a night shift incentive A post offer pre-employment background check, drug screen, and physical is required. Please apply on-line at www.bluebunny.com/careers or at: Iowa Workforce Development 2508 4th Street , Sioux City, IA 51101
EOE/AA-M/F/V/D
| Proj Integrator-Eng Workshop
(Req.#:
2458
) |
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Job Type:
Engineering
Job Location:
Le Mars, IA
This professional is responsible for providing technical support, coordination, design, and installation and start-up support of projects assigned to the engineering workshop. These projects may utilize in-house or sub-contract resources.
Leads by example and respects the people at Wells and the company culture. Is consistent in thought and action and creates strong morale through fostering two way communications, empowering others and holding people accountable for their work.
Creates a climate in which people want to do their best by openly sharing wins and successes and defines success in terms of the whole team. Is a leader who can motivate many kinds of direct reports and team members and is someone people like working for and with.
Makes good, fact based decisions through a mixture of analysis, experience, and judgment. Clearly assigns responsibility for tasks and decisions and knows what to measure and how to measure it.
Learns quickly when facing new problems and is open to change. Is able to break down work into process steps while continuing to monitor progress, and results; designs feedback loops into work.
Understands continuous improvement methodology and incorporates it into all areas of work. Consistently is a top performer who steadfastly pushes self and others for results.
Serve as Team Member on capital projects. Serves as project coordinator on Engineering Workshop projects.
Duties will include leading project fabrication, installations, and construction. Position will assist with project start-ups.
Provides technical expertise and support for Engineering Workshop functions. Mentors workshop personnel in technical areas.
Troubleshoots & provides solutions on project and system performance issues. Directly repairs or coordinates the repair of system issues.
Collaborates with other areas of the company and/or equipment vendors, sub-contractors, or consultants to solve complex performance issues. Mentors workshop personnel in troubleshooting methodologies.
Develops internal contacts across the company.
Coordinates special projects as directed by the Manager, Design and Reliability Support.
Coordinates project work provided by sub-contract labor. Oversees sub-contract work to ensure quality and consistency.
Using a strong knowledge base of workshop related technology, develops and drives concepts for continuous improvement of system safety, maintainability, reliability, and efficiency.
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| Continuous Improvement Spec
(Req.#:
2349
) |
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Job Type:
Continuous Improvement
Job Location:
Le Mars, IA
Wells Enterprises, Inc. currently has opening for a Continuous Improvement Specialist for the South Ice Cream Plant in LeMars, IA.
Effectively manage project/activities. Establish clear charter. (i.e., goals, objectives, scope, resources required, etc). Efficiently organize resources & activities to fulfill charter. Focus teams on critical vs. trivial factors. Bring creative & viable ideas of others to the organization. Establish key measures to track results over time.
Lead improvement projects (e.g., DOE) and activities (e.g., kaizen event) each year that deliver sustained, year-over-year, minimum savings of 3X compensation (i.e., salary, bonus, benefits)
Build organizational CI capability by transferring CI knowledge to others through hands on coaching during projects/activities and by mentoring others on a one-on-one basis (e.g., CI associates)
Use analytical tools & problem solving techniques to identify root-causes of waste quantify improvement potential, prioritize opportunities and develop improvement solutions across all areas of Safety, Quality, Cost & Delivery (SQDC)
EDUCATION: Bachelor of Science (preferably in a technical field, e.g., engineering) or comparable professional experience
EXPERIENCE: 5 years minimum in a plant setting (prefer at least 2 years supervisory experience)
3 years minimum in a CI type role with demonstrated success applying CI tools/techniques (e.g., Lean, 6 Sigma, TPM) at the shop floor level (preferably in a process industry)
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| Freezer Specialist Fulltime
(Req.#:
2136
) |
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Job Type:
Manufacturing
Job Location:
Le Mars, IA
Come see us on Friday, April 26, 2013 from 9 am to 3 pm
LeMars Convention Center, LeMars, IA
No HS/GED required.
The maker of Blue Bunny Ice Cream is now taking applications for full time freezer workers in our Le Mars, IA plant. We are looking for team-oriented people who pride themselves on hard work and dedication.
We need people to fill these positions that enjoy physical work, are capable of working as part of a team, and can maintain accuracy while working in a demanding and rewarding environment.
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, have a good work history, available weekends and overtime. The ability to communicate with other co-workers in a safety conscious environment is essential. In exchange, we offer very competitive wages and a night shift incentive.
A post offer pre-employment background check, drug screen, and physical is required.
Please apply on-line at www.bluebunny.com/careers or at: Iowa Workforce Development
2508 4th Street, Sioux City, IA 51101
EOE/AA-M/F/V/D
| Seasonal Operations Worker
(Req.#:
2177
) |
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Job Type:
Manufacturing
Job Location:
Le Mars, IA
We are now taking applications for plant operations!
Come see us on Friday, May 17, 2013 from 9am to 3 pm - JOB FAIR
Wells Corporate Center,
One Blue Bunny Dr., LeMars, IA
No HS/GED required.
The maker of Blue Bunny Ice Cream is now taking applications for production, sanitation, and freezer workers in our Le Mars, IA plants. We are looking
for team-oriented people who pride themselves on hard work and dedication.
Employees must be quality conscious and capable of producing quality ice cream
products. We need people to fill these positions that enjoy physical work, are
capable of working as part of a team, and can maintain accuracy while working in a
demanding and rewarding environment.
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, have a good
work history, available weekends and overtime, and the ability to communicate with
other co-workers in a safety conscious environment. In exchange, we offer very
competitive wages and a night shift incentive
A post offer pre-employment background check, drug screen, and physical is required.
Please apply on-line at www.bluebunny.com/careers or at: Iowa Workforce Development
2508 4th Street , Sioux City, IA 51101
EOE/AA-M/F/V/D
| Part Time Operations Worker
(Req.#:
2178
) |
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Job Type:
Manufacturing
Job Location:
Le Mars, IA
For those wishing to make extra money working part-time and with a growing employer and exciting brand, this job is for you. This work will be on the weekends to keep lines running or inventory filled in our freezer. This opportunity includes order picking and loading pallets onto trucks in our state of the art Freezer.
Come see us on Friday, May 17, 2013 from 9 am to 3 pm
Wells Corporate Center
One Blue Bunny Dr.
LeMars, IA
No HS/GED required.
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, have a good work history, available weekends and the ability to communicate with other co-workers in a safety conscious environment. In exchange, we offer very competitive wages and a night shift incentive.
A post offer pre-employment background check, drug screen, and physical is required.
Please apply on-line at www.bluebunny.com/careers or at: Iowa Workforce Development
2508 4th Street , Sioux City, IA 51101
EOE/AA-M/F/V/D
Job Type:
Manufacturing
Job Location:
Le Mars, IA
Wells Enterprises, Inc. currently has an opening for a Crew Leader on our 14W2 machine located at our South Ice Cream Plant, in LeMars, IA. This position functions as a group leader responsible for the operation of a production machine and a crew, including training, mentoring, and developing skill sets of team members, and ensuring supplies are in place and paperwork completed.
The successful candidate will be a highly motivated, flexible individual with an eye for detail and the ability to foster positive business partnerships, continuous process improvement, and possess leadership skills. This position requires the ability to use basic hand tools and to read, write, interpret instructions, and have mathematical skills.
Hours for this positions are NIGHTS, approximately 4:00 p.m. to 3:30 a.m. Sunday through Thursday with occasional weekend work.
F/M/V/D encouraged to apply. EOE/AA
| Service Desk Technician
(Req.#:
2501
) |
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Job Type:
Information Technology
Job Location:
Le Mars, IA
Performs upgrades to hardware and software. Deploy new hardware and software in compliance with internal controls, policies and standards.
Resolve incidents escalated from level 1. Recognize and escalate more difficult incidents to Level 3 or 4 support.
Provide support to end users via multiple methods such as telephone, email, or in person for incident resolution; guide end users through troubleshooting procedures; develop troubleshooting documents for the service desk; provide technical assistance in setup, installation and configuration of hardware and software.
Resolve more complex incidents which require detailed systems and applications knowledge.
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| Shipping & Receiving Coord I
(Req.#:
2332
) |
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Job Type:
Administrative
Job Location:
Lemars, IA
Wells Enterprises, Inc. currently has an opening for a part time weekend Shipping and Receiving Clerk in our LeMars, IA transportation yard office.
This individual will be working with incoming and outgoing loads, greeting drivers and verifying order and load accuracy, compiling information, working with Oracle systems, Telnet, Yard Management systems and duties associated with it.
Start time is 4:30 am to 4:30 pm. The work schedule will be Saturday/Sunday with days assigned on a rotating schedule. These hours are subject to change depending on business need.
Candidates must possess excellent phone and computer skills including Word and Excel, effective written and verbal communication skills, a strong aptitude for working with numbers and able to multitask with great attention to detail. Successful individuals must be able to work independently and make decisions with little supervision. Three to four years experience working in a fast paced office environment is required with experience in Oracle applications or Order Management systems helpful.
F/M/V/D encouraged to apply. EOE/AA
| Talent Acquisition Lead
(Req.#:
2457
) |
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Job Type:
Human Resources
Job Location:
Le Mars, IA
This professional will lead talent acquisition, staffing, and recruiting at Wells towards becoming the #1 ice cream company in America. They will specifically work with the internal business clients of plant operations both hourly and salary. The position is located in our state of the art Corporate Center in LeMars, IA.
Responsible for the full utilization of recruiting information/applicant tracking system including posting open positions, maintaining status of requisitions, candidate pipeline and flow.
Budgetary responsibilities as directed by manager.
Promote Affirmative Action goals and initiatives; ensure compliance with OFFCP guidelines. Remains current on federal and state laws regarding employment practices and ensures compliance. Also includes employment verifications and I-9 compliance.
Supports the hiring managers by sourcing, screening, interviewing and referring applicants. Coordinate travel and interview schedules.
Establish positive relationships with candidates, effectively ¿sell¿ the company as an employer of choice, and assist in negotiating/closing hires. Ensure timely completion of the necessary documentation (i.e. background screens, relocation, employment verification).
If necessary, source and manage relationships with outside search firms.
Ensures a positive assimilation of new hires by facilitating the relocation (if required) and onboarding processes. Ensure all documents (from pre-hire to post) are in order.
Collaborates with business partners to support short and long-term business needs by proactively developing needs assessments, headcount forecasting, metrics and the implementation of selection criteria assessments.
Develops effective partnerships to understand business and recruiting needs and implements talent acquisition strategies. Ensures the recruitment process is proactive, follows industry best practices as well as utilizes innovative sourcing strategies.
Extract, develop and interpret workforce and labor market trends as it applies to talent acquisition. Makes recommendations that drive process improvement and strategies.
EDUCATION: Bachelors Degree in Human Resources or related area. PHR, SPHR or other HR Related Certification preferred.
EXPERIENCE: 5 years of experience in an HR related field with 2+ years in staffing/recruitment.
AA/EEO-M/F/D/V
Job Type:
Ice Cream Parlor
Job Location:
Lemars, IA
Prepares orders and serves it to the customer
Calculates bill and when necessary makes appropriate change.
Promotes and ensures a positive customer image within the community.
Maintains safe working conditions and practices in addition to complying with all company safety rules and regulations.
Ensures work areas are maintained in a clean and sanitary manner in accordance with government standards.
Greets customers and takes orders
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| Production Line Assistant -Sg
(Req.#:
1570
) |
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Job Type:
Manufacturing
Job Location:
St. George, UT
The maker of Blue Bunny Ice Cream is now seeking full-time production workers in our St. George, Utah facility for day and night shifts. We are looking for team-oriented people who pride themselves on hard work and dedication.
Employees must be quality conscious and capable of producing high quality dairy products. We need people who enjoy physical work, are capable of working as part of a team, and can maintain accuracy while working in a demanding environment. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or GED, have a good work history, can perform the functions of manufacturing work, and can communicate with other co-workers in relation to working safely. In exchange, we offer a very competitive salary and hourly night shift premium. A post offer pre-employment background check and drug screen is required.
**Due to the large number of applications received, only those who fit the qualifications will be contacted. No phone calls, emails, or onsite visits, please.***
EOE, Females and Minorities are encouraged to apply.
| Process Cntrl Tech Level 1
(Req.#:
2380
) |
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Job Type:
Engineering
Job Location:
Le Mars, IA
Wells Enterprises, Inc. has an opening for a Process Control Tech I at our South Ice Cream Plant in Le Mars, IA. The primary duties of this position will be under general supervision, performs and inspects preventive maintenance, calibration, and repair of electrical and electronic components.
Other responsibilities troubleshoots, replaces, calibrates, and tests malfunctioning (pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical, and mechanical) components on high speed machinery systems, and process control systems. Inspect, clean, treat for corrosion and perform system operational checks on high speed machinery systems, industrial control systems, and instrumentation systems. Perform on line edits, and program changes with Rockwell PLC's including using RS logix 5, RS Logix 500, RS Logix 5000, and RS Linx software. Analyze and repair components using conventional and digital multi meters, voltmeters, ohmmeters and hand tools. Diagnose mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical circuitry malfunctions using visual and auditory senses, test components and technical publications. Design and build industrial control panels for control upgrades, or for new equipment and processes. This person will perform duties maintaining and establishing compliance with all Federal, State, and local rules and written regulations while encouraging positive behavior to ensure a safe working environment. Monitors work factors for safe working environment, facilities, tools, and equipment. Models and maintains good housekeeping policy and promotes actions to enhance corporate environmental stewardship.
Qualified applicants need a minimum of 2-year Associates Degree in a controls-related field - OR - a minimum of 2 years industrial control systems experience or maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
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Job Type:
Marketing
Job Location:
Le Mars, IA
Located at our state of the art Corporate Center in LeMars, IA.
Directly responsible for strategic leadership of the brand marketing group. Works collaboratively with other functional leaders to deliver annual plan goals and to support the Executive Leadership Team in developing and delivering the company¿s strategic plan. Lead a multi-channel marketing team to develop a healthy portfolio of branded products and serve our customers with Private Label offerings.
Lead development and execution of strategic long-term and short-term marketing plans collaborating strongly with other functional leaders to achieve Wells¿ growth profitability and cash flow targets in alignment with company goals, strategies and values.
Responsibility spans all channels, including both branded and private label offerings.
Lead and coach brand marketing and customer brands team to build strong, effective, high-performance organization, continuously improving functional excellence, collaboration, systems and processes to drive stronger results more efficiently.
Hire and develop the best talent to achieve consistently superior performance across all areas of responsibility.
Work with Vice President of Corporate and Marketing Communications to lead development of Wells¿ brands, maximizing brand equity, sales and profitability over the long-term.
Support Executive Leadership Team in the development and execution of Wells¿ mission, vision, values, strategies and plans to increase shareholder value. This includes helping identify and develop strategic business development opportunities such as new licensing opportunities, extension into new core business segments and M&A.
Education: BS Degree in Related Field, MBA preferred
Experience: Ten years of marketing leadership experience in the consumer packaged goods industry including significant involvement with brand marketing, product development and portfolio management.
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Job Type:
Manufacturing Prof
Job Location:
Le Mars, IA
Wells Enterprises, Inc. has a Supervisor opening in our state-of-the art Freezer. This Supervisor is responsible for day-to-day supervision of assigned teams of employees who perform specific tasks as part of the freezer operations. Responsibilities include communicating expectations, managing accountability and delivering desired results in the areas of safety, quality, delivery and cost.
* Administers standards of work to ensure employees consistently, safely and effectively perform assigned tasks and responsibilities in accordance with established SOPs/Standard Work and document as required. Takes ownership of the training and qualification process of all direct reports.
* Supports and maintains a continuous improvement (CI) culture across assigned work teams; serves as a leader of change.
* Actively identifies opportunities to optimize cost structure in the areas of materials, scheduling, labor, etc. managing daily improvement (MDI).
* Monitors quality activities within the manufacturing processes to prevent quality failures and ensures compliance with plant manufacturing control programs (e.g., QMS) as well as company policies, food manufacturing GMPs, and relevant food safety regulations.
* Communicates openly and effectively with assigned teams on a regular, frequent basis to ensure awareness and understanding of important information impacting the individual, team or operation.
* Follows and enforces required safety policies, promotes and acknowledges safe behavior and appropriately addresses safety related concerns. Fosters peer to peer safety accountability.
* Optimizes labor schedules to ensure appropriate coverage in support of attainment goals and labor budget. Works proactively to minimize schedule changes and balances the needs of the operation.
* Develops and builds capability of people as individuals and teams through a variety of techniques and tools focused on motivation, teamwork, mentoring and coaching. Drives individual accountability and ownership of results.
* Fosters peer to peer accountability in the areas of safety, quality, delivery and cost.
* Utilizes and manages the necessary resources and processes across functions to achieve designated performance goals.
* Takes ownership for the results of the operation from end-to-end by working within assigned team, as well as, across shifts and cross-functionally with departments that impact the desired results of the operation.
The normal schedule will involve working mostly evenings Sunday through Thursday; hours are typically 10:00 p.m. until 7:00 a.m., with rotating weekend work.
Qualified candidates must have an understanding of our frozen foods distribution process. Excellent leadership skills, flexibility, excellent communication skills, strong organizational and people skills are required.
A minimum of 2 years supervisory experience and a college degree is preferred.
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Job Type:
Manufacturing Prof
Job Location:
Le Mars, IA
This individual is responsible for day-to-day supervision of assigned teams of employees who perform specific tasks as part of operations (production, warehouse, freezer, etc¿) activities in a food manufacturing environment. Responsible for communicating expectations, managing accountability and delivering desired results in the areas of safety, quality, delivery and cost. Assures employees complete tasks in accordance with relevant company and legislative food safety and food quality requirements.
Primary responsibilities may include:
* Utilize and manage the necessary resources and processes across functions to achieve designated performance goals. Take ownership for the results of the operation from end-to-end by working within assigned team, as well as, across shifts and cross-functionally with departments that impact the desired results of the operation.
* Administer standards of work to ensure employees consistently, safely and effectively perform assigned tasks and responsibilities in accordance with established SOPs/Standard Work and document as required. Take ownership of the training and qualification process of all direct reports.
* Optimize labor schedules to ensure appropriate coverage in support of attainment goals and labor budget. Work proactively to minimize schedule changes and balance the needs of the operation.
* Support and maintain a continuous improvement (CI) culture across assigned work teams; serve as a leader of change. Actively identify opportunities to optimize cost structure in the areas of materials, scheduling, labor, etc. managing daily improvement (MDI).
* Monitor quality activities within the manufacturing processes to prevent quality failures and ensure compliance with plant manufacturing control programs (e.g., QMS) as well as company policies, food manufacturing GMPs, and relevant food safety regulations.
* Communicate openly and effectively with assigned teams on a regular, frequent basis to ensure awareness and understanding of important information impacting the individual, team or operation.
* Follow and enforce required safety policies, promote and acknowledge safe behavior and appropriately address safety-related concerns. Foster peer to peer safety accountability.
* Develop and build capability of people as individuals and teams through a variety of techniques and tools focused on motivation, teamwork, mentoring and coaching. Drive individual accountability and ownership of results. Foster peer to peer accountability in the areas of safety, quality, delivery and cost.
In addition to the responsibilities listed above, other duties may be assigned by your manager as dictated by business necessity.
Qualified applicants should possess a Bachelors degree with preference given to those having current or prior supervisory experience in the food products industry.
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