Processing Supervisor - 3rd Shift

Link Snacks•New Glarus, WI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Processing Supervisor leads a team of Production Workers and oversees their daily activities to meet production, training, safety, security, and housekeeping needs. The role provides leadership and direction, ensuring procedures for food safety and manufacturing high-quality products are followed. Responsibilities span personnel management, safety, quality, productivity, leadership, communication, and coordination of processing operations. The posting lists Friday–Sunday, 5:15 a.m.–6:30 p.m. as hours of work and also lists Monday–Thursday, 2:30 p.m.–1:00 a.m. (hours may vary) under Schedule. The position is based in a plant/office setting with varying temperatures and noise levels, exposure to moving manufacturing equipment and wet or slippery floors, and possible travel. The role requires regularly standing, walking, using hands, speaking or hearing, and lifting or moving up to 25 pounds; occasionally sitting, reaching, and lifting or moving up to 50 pounds. Close vision is required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; the posting states this is equivalent to two years of relevant experience.
At least 2 years of manufacturing experience.
1–3 years of lead experience.
Ability to supervise, instruct, and direct team members.
Ability to manage multiple projects, set priorities, identify problems, and address them.
Ability to organize and prioritize in a multitasking environment.
Professional communication skills with people inside and outside the organization.
Knowledge of plant or distribution-center models and production or logistics processes.
Strong accuracy and attention to detail, planning skills, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Math and mechanical aptitude.
Solid verbal and written communication skills and ability to work effectively with all levels of management and employees.
Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, presentation, and employee-motivation skills.
Proficiency in internet navigation, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

Two years of supervisory experience.
Leadership experience in the food manufacturing industry.

Responsibilities

Supervise Production Workers and ensure appropriate staffing, including interviewing and hiring team members.
Implement and monitor new-hire and ongoing team-member training.
Maintain attendance records; counsel team members with attendance issues and follow up with coaching or discipline as appropriate.
Evaluate performance, conduct reviews, address complaints, resolve conflicts, and reward or discipline team members; provide input on termination decisions.
Review, correct, and approve timekeeping records to ensure accurate pay.
Enforce safety rules and company policies, report accidents and deficiencies, complete accident investigations and reports within 24 hours, and maintain safe, clean, and organized work and storage areas.
Ensure safety devices are installed and functioning; follow OSHA and company safety standards, including Lock Out Tag Out, use of Personal Protective Equipment, and maintenance of safety equipment.
Complete and review HACCP and SSOP requirements and paperwork, including pre-operational and operational inspections, pre-shipment reviews, and corrective actions.
Ensure quality protocols are followed and communicate with QC and the Plant Manager to resolve defects and meet quality standards.
Recommend manufacturing-process and equipment improvements to maintain product quality and increase efficiency; support SQF implementation and continuous-improvement efforts.
Apply FIFO practices to perishable products throughout packaging operations and ensure sanitation functions meet standards.
Monitor and track inedible product, rework, and machine downtime; complete production paperwork, receiving, and inventory-control procedures accurately.
Identify cost-saving and efficiency opportunities; discuss goals and actual output with team members and address losses caused by substandard supplies.
Manage inventory and cost control, monitor weekly requisitions for supplies, conduct departmental inventories, and compile, store, and retrieve production data.
Direct team members to meet product-quality, productivity, and cost standards; promote professionalism, positive behavior, dependable work relationships, openness, and accountability.
Communicate effectively and promptly with peers, subordinates, and leaders; keep the Assistant Plant Manager and other leaders informed of shift issues and coordinate activities between departments.
Coordinate operations related to processing procedures and specifications, and monitor product coding for lot traceability accuracy.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as necessary.