Production Supervisor

About the role

Under the leadership and guidance of the Production Manager, the Production Supervisor will oversee our production operations and ensure efficiency, quality, and safety standards are met. The Production Supervisor will play a pivotal role in driving productivity, optimizing resources, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the plant.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily production activities to meet production targets and quality standards.
• Plan and prioritize production schedules to optimize resources and minimize downtime.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate the production team to achieve performance goals and maintain a positive work environment.
• Manage production goals including waste, labor, throughput, and ensure the appropriate maintenance of production equipment.
• Ensure the timely initiation of production lines, efficiency of changeover, and monitor labor cost.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as maintenance, quality, and warehousing, to ensure a smooth and safe production flow.
• Enforce safety protocols and regulations to maintain a safe working environment for all employees.
• Proactively and routinely monitor employee performance, provide feedback, and implement disciplinary actions when necessary.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes, reduce waste, and enhance productivity.
• Implement and enforce compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Safe Quality Food (SQF) guidelines, and Food & Drug Administration (FDA) regulations.
• Perform daily recaps and provide corrective action recommendations to operations leadership in areas including but not limited to safety, quality, cleanliness, yield, and efficiency.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Production Manager.

Competencies

• Self-motivated, able to problem solve, detail-oriented, and able to stay on task.
• 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

• Experience in food manufacturing desired.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality control principles, and safety regulations.
• Proficient with software packages such as Excel, Word, Microsoft Teams, Email, Internet, and PowerPoint.