Processing Supervisor

MORGAN FOODS INC•Austin, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Morgan Foods, Inc. has a 1st-shift plant-floor Processing Supervisor role available. This is a full-time position with a five-day, 9-hour/shift schedule. Supervisors are expected to spend over 85% of their shift in direct floor supervision activities. The role is eligible for premium pay after 45 hours per week. Morgan Foods, established in 1899, is a privately held company headquartered in Austin, IN, with operations in Indiana and Michigan. They are dedicated to producing high-quality food for the consumer marketplace and have been an industry leader for over 125 years, valuing their team and investing in their careers and professional growth.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years' supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment within a union facility.
Manufacturing experience, preferably in food manufacturing.
Computer skills - Microsoft Suite at an intermediate level.
Strong analytical ability.
Organized, detailed, with the ability to meet deadlines within an environment with changing priorities.
Works within a person-centered, collaborative approach.
Ability to work independently while contributing and collaborating within a larger team environment.
Ability to read, understand, and follow work instructions, safety rules, and quality standards.
Ability to communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.
Ability to maintain composure and sound judgment in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Ability to demonstrate reliability, accountability, and consistent attendance.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and operational needs.
Ability to demonstrate a commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Ability to work assigned shifts, involving 9+ hours, weekends, or holidays as needed with flexibility to support production demands.
Ability to frequently walk, stand, climb, twist, reach, bend, use hands/fingers/wrists to manipulate tools, machinery, equipment and computer keyboard.
Ability to lift 50 lbs. without assistance.

Nice To Haves

College degree with emphasis in Industrial, Manufacturing, Food Science, Supply Chain or Leadership.
H.S. Diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 5 years’ supervisory experience within a manufacturing environment (as a substitution for education).
Lean Six Sigma certification desired or ability to successfully attain as required.
SAP experience or other ERP system desired.
Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills are highly desired.

Responsibilities

Act as a Safety Champion, ensuring employee and work environment safety.
Spend 85+% of time on the plant floor supervising employees and processes.
Assign and direct the activities of union employees to safely and efficiently meet operational goals.
Collaborate with HR & department management in employee hiring, onboarding/training, evaluation, discipline, and terminations.
Schedule employees to ensure production goals are met while minimizing overtime.
Supervise processing employees and department activities to ensure adherence to PSOPs, SQF, GMPs, Safety, & Company policies, practices, and procedures.
Monitor shift operations via direct observations, checklists, and record documentation to ensure operational efficiency and employee safety.
Participate in quality, food safety, and safety audits by identifying and documenting nonconformances and ensuring their resolution.
Engage in positive, high-level communications with employees and personnel regarding operations, equipment, materials, and safety/security.
Administer union contract provisions and participate in the grievance process.
Schedule, review, correct, and approve employee time and attendance within the HRIS (ADP) system.
Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Process Control, and Scheduling/Planning.
Monitor and requisition supplies, equipment, and materials.
Utilize a continuous improvement approach in all supervisory activities and participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean Six Sigma certifications.
Complete required documentation accurately and timely.