Junior Production Supervisor

HP Hood•Concord, NH

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future! Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more. Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more. Job Summary: Responsible for managing production operations during the assigned shift, including blow molding, receiving, processing, and overall production output. The Junior Production Supervisor will work closely with Production Supervisors, the Production Manager, and senior department leads for mentorship and guidance. They will actively participate in variance analysis, efficiency tracking, and production planning/reporting. The Junior Supervisor will coordinate with the maintenance team to schedule and oversee equipment repairs, ensuring minimal disruption to production. They will also monitor and address quality issues promptly to uphold product standards and compliance. A strong focus on safety is essential, with the Junior Supervisor expected to promote and enforce workplace safety protocols, conduct safety checks, and support a culture of continuous improvement in safety practices. Additionally, the Junior Supervisor will attend leadership development courses provided by Hood’s Training & Development team and collaborate with other supervisors and management to provide coverage during vacations, personal time off, and other business needs. Shift: 12:30pm to 9:30pm; Wednesdays and Sundays off. Adjusting hours and days as needed for coverage.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
3 year’s experience in Dairy Manufacturing environment
Experience working with HTST pasteurization
Strong computer skills (RSView, Excel, Word)
Ability to work well with people
Good math skills working with fractions, percents and decimals
Good reading, writing and communications skills.
Excellent organization skills
Able to work Holidays
Employment is subject to verification of an applicant’s identity and eligibility for employment in the United States as required by immigration laws. We are unable to assist with sponsorship at this time.

Responsibilities

Ensure shift production, cleaning activities and schedules meet business objectives
Ensure shift production efficiencies are maximized, and waste is minimized
Ensure positive employee relations and maximize labor efficiency
Properly address and handle operational, maintenance, and employee issues in a timely manner
Strive to meet identified goals
Coach, develop, train, and motivate employees
Properly and effectively communicate to employees, peers, and management
Ensure responsibilities and expectations for each position are completed
Enforce and ensure compliance with all rules, policies, programs, and procedures, including but not limited to GMP's, SQF, Safety, Quality, Regulatory (State and Federal), Company, and Plant
Conduct Incident Investigations for accidents, damage, mishaps, etc. in a timely manner and appropriately follow up with any identified corrective action
Ensure that the highest level of housekeeping, cleaning, and sanitation is always maintained
Administer coaching and corrective action as necessary
Assume increased responsibilities as production requirements dictate
Adjust work shifts dependent upon production and staffing needs
Assume production manager responsibilities as needed in their absence
Work in a safe and responsible manner always, following all safety policies, procedures, and rules
Safety reporting (i.e., unsafe observations or conditions)
Injury reporting
In partner with the EHS team, coordinate safety programs, training and continuous development
Meet all company requirements for training, including but not limited to Log Out/Tag Out, PPE, PIT, Ergonomics, etc.
Support SQF by maintaining food safety and food quality through completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner following prescribed procedures
Report food safety problems to a manager