PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR

About the role

Directs, plans, controls, and monitors the overall operation of the production department lines under the direct supervision of the Department Manager. Serves as a liaison between Department Managers and Hourly Employees.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision of a team of up to 35 employees
• Ensure that all processing activities are in conformance with product specifications and GMP's
• Verify, control, and assure that all production parameters are within the planned budget
• Schedule work assignments, vacations, and days off for Hourly Employees
• Verify labor hours and payroll report accuracy
• Assess needs and provide training to employees and document training
• Conduct monthly safety and quality sessions as required and keep adequate documented records
• Resolve team conflict and issue documented disciplinary actions and recognition
• Set specific and measurable goals for the department's continuous improvement
• Follow and direct company regulations
• Ensure that all safety policies and regulations are enforced
• Responsible for safety training, enforcement of safety rules/policies as well as drug control policy
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required; Bachelor's Degree preferred
• 3 years of production experience in a manufacturing plant required; bakery or food/beverage manufacturing preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a supervisory capacity or 4 years as a Lead in production required
• Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered

Skills

• Proven track record in leading manufacturing teams in a supervisory role
• Bilingual Spanish / English required
• Experience with regulatory inspections (AIB, OSHA, MILITARY, Health Dept., EPA, City & County Inspectors)
• Experience with Quality Systems and Programs
• Familiar with Good Manufacturing Practices, LEAN Manufacturing, 5's, World Class Manufacturing, and/or Six Sigma
• Multicultural approach to operating in a diverse business environment
• Comfortable communicating within an internationally matrixed environment
• Able to perform simple analysis
• SAP & ADP-Time and Attendance preferred
• Ability to walk long distances and be on feet for long periods
• Able to work in dusty, noisy, hot, cold, and small areas
• Ability to work flexible hours including holidays and weekends
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Applications
• Able to lift up to 50lbs

Pay

Salary range: $80,000.00 – $85,000.00 plus $3k discretionary bonus. Shift: Variable.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Life insurance and AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) plan with matching
• Shoe allowances
• Vacation & Sick Pay
• 7 Paid Holidays