Packaging Supervisor (12 Hour Nights - Rotating Weekends)

fairlife•Webster, NY

12h•Onsite

About The Position

fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting, nutrition-rich and dairy products to nourish consumers. With over $3B in annual retail sales, fairlife’s portfolio of delicious, lactose-free, real dairy products includes: fairlife® ultra-filtered milk; Core Power® High Protein Shakes, a sports nutrition drink to support post-workout recovery; fairlife® nutrition plan™, a nutrition shake to support the journey to better health. A wholly owned subsidiary of The Coca-Cola company, fairlife, LLC has been recognized by both Fast Company and Nielsen for its industry leading innovation. This position is responsible for all personnel and equipment within the Packaging Department during the scheduled shift. The primary activities include but are not limited to administration of time and attendance for employees, equipment troubleshooting, operational program execution and development, achieving and tracking production goals, facility safety and quality awareness, and material and inventory tracking and monitoring.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline is preferred or six (6) years of experience in a leadership role; or an equivalent combination of education and experience are required.
At least one (1) year of food/beverage industry manufacturing experience.
Dairy industry with both ESL and Aseptic experience is highly preferred.
Ability to handle ambiguity and demonstrate success in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment.
Proficiency in English: Comfortable with both written and verbal communication, including reading and writing.
Notify supervision of any repairs or adjustments that are required that may affect product quality or food safety.
Understand, observe, and comply with the handling and usage of the color-coded container policy while in the Production Areas.
Perform all duties necessary to meet Company, Customer and/or Government requirements/standards as prioritized by the Company.
Ability to initiate action to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the product, processes, quality system, or safety system.
Identify and record any problems relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the ingredients, processes, quality system, or safety system.
Control further processing or delivery of nonconforming product in terms of Food Safety and Quality issues until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected.
In the event of absence, another employee with the same skill level will assume the duties and responsibilities as required.

Nice To Haves

Dairy industry with both ESL and Aseptic experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for operator supervision, training and reporting on the daily operation of the packaging equipment which consists of blow molding, filling, sleeving, case packing, palletizing, and ancillary equipment needed for operations and cleaning.
Manage production lines through all aspects of schedule: production, sanitation, production changeovers, and planned shutdowns.
Lead Shift Hand Over Meeting (SHO) and attend Daily Directional Setting (DDS) meeting
Handle and/or escalate any safety concerns that arise during shift including but not limited to identifying and reporting potential hazards, reporting near misses/incidents, acting as a first responder if trained or notifying first responder if needed, altering plans to mitigate risks.
Manage violations of company policies, procedures, and working rules through one-on-one coaching or reporting to the appropriate manager.
Communicate with other departments of changes to running conditions in a timely manner, and report problems encountered to the Packaging Manager, while following further instruction from management.
Interpret skills matrix and organize personnel based on business needs for the shift.
Be audit ready by having floors, drains, and conveyor systems cleaned regularly and inform management of findings as needed.
Complete and audit Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS), Centerline (CL), and Clean Inspect Lubricate (CIL) tasks on shift.
Check equipment to ensure proper CIP is executed on time and all equipment is ready for production at the end of CIP.
Initiate holds in adherence to Quality standards for both material defects and finished product goods while working with Quality and Warehouse teams on proper separation.
Manage the held product rework process for the team with guidance from the Quality team.
Verify packaging equipment is being maintained in perfect condition by maintenance. Ensure PM’s and work orders are being written and executed by working closely with the maintenance department personnel.
Document and react to shift losses by performing Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to completion.
Take inventory of consumables supplies daily, ensuring sufficient quantities are maintained for planned production.
Get involved in creating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and One Point Lessons (OPLs) then communicate changes with the team.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, effective day one!
Supplemental health plans (hospital indemnity, accident, and critical illness insurance)
Paid Time Off to recharge and support work-life balance
Paid parental leave & adoption assistance (up to $10,000)
Parental support & family care benefits, including childcare resources and lactation support
401(k) to support retirement planning with up to 9% in employer match
Wellness reimbursement (up to $500 for qualified wellbeing expenses)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for emotional wellbeing and work-life support
Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability
Employer HSA funding (for HDHP participants)
Tuition reimbursement (up to $10,000) and student loan repayment ($200/month)
Learning & development programs to unlock your full potential
Rewards & recognition, matching gifts, free product, and Business Resource Groups