About the position
KanPak® is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of the very best beverage, yogurt and dessert solutions. Aseptic technology is at the heart of many products we create, allowing all KanPak® products to ship and store without refrigeration for up to 12 months, but it's our state-of-the-art beverage manufacturing capabilities and exceptional customer service that really set us apart from competitors. Coffee beverages, creamers, yogurt, frozen desserts, and specialty beverages - no matter what kind of product you're looking for, we can deliver. Our aseptic processing and packaging makes our solutions more convenient, efficient and environmentally friendly. We are seeking an energetic, skilled Production Supervisor for our facility in Arkansas City, KS. Work Shift may vary. 2nd Shift (2pm-10pm) We operate 24/7.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate Golden State Foods Quality activities and operations to meet objective for quality, food safety, integrity, regulatory compliances, cost, safety and customer satisfaction at KanPak
- Participate in formulating and administering division's short and long range goals and objectives for business growth
- Responsible for working in a safe manner, supporting and adhering to all Safety policies, procedures and regulations
- Responsible for working in a manner, adhering to all policies and procedures that support Food Safety, Quality and Regulatory requirements
- Directly supervises up to 35 employees
- Responsible for all aspects of production
- Oversee that all GMP's, company policies and procedures are followed
- Reviews production records
- Plans and facilitates team meetings
- Evaluates employees performance
- Measures performance throughout work shifts
- Efficiently manages priorities
- Training of new employees
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree and/or 5-8 years of Experience in the Manufacturing Industry
- Specialized training in Dairy processing or Aseptic production highly preferred
- Great communication and analytical skills
- Leadership
- Database, Excel and similar software
- HACCAP, CCP, GMP
- FDA Better Process Control
- Budgetary and costs planning processes
- Excellent listener
- Strategic Thinking
- Outstanding Follow up on actions and commitments
- Skill and ability to serve as a team member, facilitator and/or leader as the team role warrants
- Manage and motivate employees in a team-based environment
- Maintain confidentiality of highly sensitive information
- Time Management
Benefits
- Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid leave, holiday, jury duty and bereavement
- Comprehensive benefits package to support our associates and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Legal, Life), Retirement Plan
- Associate Development via Education Reimbursement, virtual courses and classroom development experiences
