Packaging Production Supervisor

The Marzetti Company•Vineland, NJ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Great things are happening at the T. Marzetti Top Quality Baking (TQB) and as we continue to grow the T. Marzetti Company is looking to hire team members who will grow with us on our journey towards world class operational excellence. We kindly request that recruitment agencies and staffing firms refrain from submitting unsolicited resumes to our company. Any resumes sent without a prior agreement and access to proper submittal into the ATS will be considered the property of T. Marzetti, and we reserve the right to contact those candidates without any obligation to pay a fee.

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED is required; an associate degree is preferred.
Knowledge of HACCP is required.
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in an automated food processing plant.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, operating and maintenance instructions, and governmental regulations. Ability to effectively present information to and respond to questions from employees, managers, and clients.
Knowledge of Word, Excel, and Outlook is required.
Prior experience in a manufacturing environment requiring repetitive work preferred.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively – verbally & written – and work well with Team Members and Management
Basic mechanical aptitude and good math skills are helpful.
Ability to read & interpret written & verbal direction while working in a safe, effective & productive manner within a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge in BRC preferred.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred.
Prior experience in a manufacturing environment requiring repetitive work preferred.

Responsibilities

Works respectfully with all team members to ensure the Safety, Quality, production and support of our products and goals on a daily basis.
Practices integrity, respect, accountability, continuous improvement and positive interactions with all Team Members and visitors.
Actively participates in Marzetti Operational Excellence, special projects or tasks, and modification programs as needed with prior approval.
Actively participates in department/shift/team meetings and is involved with improvement/resolutions & follow-up.
Maintains highest standard of Safety for all functions on an ongoing basis and ensures compliance for self and others to OSHA standards, company policies and procedures.
Performs daily inspection of all PPE required including but not limited to SLIP-RESISTANT/STEEL-TOED SHOES, hairnet, and beard net (in necessary) to ensure good overall condition of items that provide optimal personal safety & protection while working in the facility.
Successfully acquires and maintains Lock Out-Tag Out Certification for machine and safely performs all functions in accordance with OSHA and company requirements and standards. As they apply for this position.
Performs daily inspection of power equipment with proper documentation. In accordance with OSHA standards, company policies and procedures. As they apply for this position.
As a member of the T. Marzetti Company, completes his/her Behavior Based Safety Observations (BBSO), corrects issues when identified, and participates in problem solving.
As a member of the T. Marzetti Company, completes his/her Behavior Based Quality observations (BBQs), corrects issues when identified and participates in problem solving.
Ensures compliance to quality, food safety / HACCP, FSMA, Food Defense, 5S, OSHA and other support programs; assures conformity to all company, customer and government standards.
Communicates any concerns related to product safety, integrity, quality and legality to management or to the confidential hotline if the need for anonymity is necessary.
Support General Plant Safety, Food Safety, Food Defence Initiatives and Good Manufacturing Practices with an understanding that these are absolutes and are Priority #1.
Practices integrity, respect, accountability, continuous improvement and positive interactions with all Team Members and visitor
Before start-up confirm that all machinery is running properly
Confirm that all conveyors and equipment are operating at correct speeds.
Must know all job functions in the production area including SAP and Proficy
Confirm employees are following correct operational procedures.
Train, retrain and cross train all department team members.
Maintain employee morale and work performance by coaching in a positive manner.
Anticipate potential problem areas and delegate course of action to be taken.
Complete a Food Safety Incident Report if an incident occurs.
Complete an Incident Report if an incident occurs.
Communicate to Production Shift Manager all needed employee information, lateness’s, absences and poor work performance.
Confirm readiness of area for next shift and supervisor
Prepare, maintain and finalize all necessary paperwork for shift.
Communicate with personnel and fellow supervisors any changes in procedures, shifts, personnel, dough’s, bake times, etc. after approval of management.
Maintain and adjust machinery to manager’s specification after approval.
Know where emergency STOP and START/STOP buttons are located.
Responsible for following all Lock Out/Tag Out procedures for machine when necessary.
Has a complete understanding of HACCP.
Follow all company GMP procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively – verbally & written – and work well with Team Members and Management
Basic mechanical aptitude and good math skills are helpful.
Regular Attendance is required in accordance with Company attendance policy and procedures.
Performs other duties/responsibilities as assigned.
Complete initial/annual training to ensure the individual is properly qualified (QI) to perform all required job tasks as outlined in training programs/records.