Production Supervisor

Production Supervisor (Whey)

We’re looking for an experienced Production Supervisor- Whey to join a well-known food & beverage manufacturing company. In this role, the Production Supervisor will work closely with the production, maintenance and quality control teams to produce products both efficiently and safely. The Production Supervisor reporting directly to the Production Manager, will provide direction, support, and help to oversee the Whey Department, ensuring optimal performance across operations.

Location: 20min outside Visalia, CA

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead, Implement and enforce safety programs and safe work practices through involvement in plant safety teams, programs, and initiatives.
• Work with the Production Manager and team to achieve productivity, efficiency, customer service, cost, quality, safety, and employee engagement objectives.
• Assures production yields and efficiencies are met as defined by budgetary and corporate standards.
• Provides direction, leadership, development, and support to direct reports through empowerment, teamwork, on-the-job assignments, and continuous improvement projects and initiatives.
• Trains and develops team members through mentoring/coaching. Partner with the production manager and HR on employee and labor relations issues.
• Work collaboratively with team members and other departments, assisting in tasks, meetings, and audit preparation to accomplish organizational goals.
• Ensure all work is performed safely, maintaining a clean environment and following safety protocols to minimize hazards.
• Maintain effectiveness during changes in work tasks or assignments, adapting to new structures and requirements.
• Manage time and resources effectively to ensure work is completed efficiently.
• Maintain consistent attendance and complete other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Required Skills/Qualifications:

• 3 years in Food Manufacturing- Dairy experience required, Whey experience preferred
• 2 years of experience leading, mentoring and/or delegating work to others in a manufacturing facility is required
• Must be willing to work a 12-hour rotating shift including days and nights.
• Ability to lead, coach, influence, motivate, develop engage and retain a large team of hourly associates is required
• Strong leadership, communication, and listening skills with a proven attendance record.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide array of plant personnel ranging from hourly employees to senior management
• Proficient computer knowledge with familiarity or ability to learn SAP or other manufacturing systems.