Production Supervisor

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the leadership and guidance of the Production Manager, the Production Supervisor Releif will oversee our production operations and ensure efficiency, quality, and safety standards are met. Key responsibilities include supervising production staff, monitoring workflow, implementing process improvements, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The Production Supervisor will play a pivotal role in driving productivity, optimizing resources, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the plant.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Supervises and coordinates daily production activities to meet production targets and quality standards.

· Plans and prioritizes production schedules to optimize resources and minimize downtime.

· Leads, mentors, and motivates the production team to achieve performance goals and maintain a positive work environment. Trains and cross trains employees on various production functions.

· Manages production goals including waste, labor, throughput, and ensures the appropriate maintenance of production equipment.

· Ensures the timely initiation of production lines, efficiency of changeover, and monitors labor cost.

· Collaborates with other departments, such as maintenance, quality, and warehousing, to ensure a smooth and safe production flow.

· Enforces safety protocols and regulations to maintain a safe working environment for all employees. Follows all OSHA safety rules.

· Proactively and routinely monitors employee performance, provides feedback, and implements disciplinary actions when necessary.

· Drives continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes, reduce waste, and enhance productivity.

· Implements and enforces compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Safe Quality Food (SQF) guidelines, and Food & Drug Administration (FDA) regulations.

· Actively participates in the recruiting process to support hiring needs for the department as necessary.

· Performs daily recaps and provides corrective action recommendations to operations leadership in areas including but not limited to safety, quality, cleanliness, yield, and efficiency.

Must be flexible to cover other shifts as needed.

· Performs all other duties as assigned by the Production Manager.

COMPETENCIES:

To perform this job successfully, the Production Supervisor must be self-motivated, able to problem solve, detail-oriented, and able to stay on task. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

· Excellent organization and time management skills.

· Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.

· Self-motivated, with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and adapt well to change.

· Ability to demonstrate excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

· High school diploma or GED required.

· Minimum of one (1) year in a manufacturing supervisory role.

· Experience in food manufacturing desired.

· Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality control principles, and safety regulations.

· Proficient with software packages such as JD Edwards, Excel, Word, Microsoft Teams, Email, Internet, and Power Point.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $68,640.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Morning shift
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Rotating weekends
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $68,640