Packaging Supervisor

Saputo Inc. • Tulare, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world. As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

Oversee the performance of the department while focusing on Cost, Quality, Safety and Employee Environment. Communicate and interact effectively with the department personnel, Plant Manager, all departments, other plants, support services and all levels of management to ensure the smooth operation of the process. Supervise employees to meet performance expectations by providing strong leadership, decision-making capability and performance coaching. Complete all assigned paperwork, including but not limited to, production records, schedules, safety and other incident reports and investigations, performance reviews and any other paperwork deemed necessary in a timely manner. Promote the plant’s safety programs and policies to reduce employee accidents and injuries by providing safety training and always enforcing safety practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Dairy Manufacturing, Dairy Science, Food Science or a related field, or equivalent experience preferred with a minimum of three years of supervisory experience in a cheese/dairy/food production environment.
• Working knowledge and proficient with computer programs (i.e. MS Excel, Word, Outlook, Maestro, etc.)
• Ability to solve problems, perform root cause analysis and make timely, informed decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively supervise, lead and build relationships at all levels within the Company.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts.
• Self-motivated; has accurate self-insight; builds organizational talent by teaching and coaching; is customer/quality oriented, maintains a positive disposition and is persuasive.
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently with good time management, prioritization, follow-up and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the performance of the department while focusing on Cost, Quality, Safety and Employee Environment.
• Communicate and interact effectively with the department personnel, Plant Manager, all departments, other plants, support services and all levels of management to ensure the smooth operation of the process.
• Supervise employees to meet performance expectations by providing strong leadership, decision-making capability and performance coaching.
• Complete all assigned paperwork, including but not limited to, production records, schedules, safety and other incident reports and investigations, performance reviews and any other paperwork deemed necessary in a timely manner.
• Promote the plant’s safety programs and policies to reduce employee accidents and injuries by providing safety training and always enforcing safety practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level