Production Supervisor

Ever Fresh Fruit Co•Boring, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We work closely with our customers to create unique flavor elements to ice cream bases and yogurt preps. Many of our ingredients end up in easily recognizable brands on the store shelf as we produce for both international corporations as well as smaller, local brands. Our Research and Development is done in-house so we get to witness the whole process from ideation to creation. We support regional trade organizations, source locally when appropriate and help to bring healthy food to people’s tables.

Requirements

Ability to communicate effectively in Spanish and English.
Bachelor’s Degree (BA) from four-year college or university, or one to two years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where there is limited standardization.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
Proficient in Spreadsheet Software and Word Processing Software.
Must be able to use normal office equipment (scanner, printer, copier, computer)
Must be able to stand/walk/talk/hear/sit for prolonged periods of time

Responsibilities

General oversight of production line operation, coordinates department activities, staffing schedule, various special projects, continuous standard operating procedure and safety training all while ensuring accurate and efficient production operation.
Communicates effectively in both Spanish and English.
Develops and coaches employees in day to day processes as well as individual professional growth.
Works closely with Production and Operations Manager to adhere to the highest standards of quality and safety.
Supervise production line operation in accordance with plant policies and procedures
Responsible for maintaining safety policies and GMPs throughout the facility
Provides employees with guidance, coaching and discipline
Conducts performance evaluations for production line employees
Coordinate production startups, shutdowns and changeovers
Coordinates and maintains staffing schedules
Schedule and conduct shift meetings
Responsible for product quality, adjust as necessary during shift to produce product within specifications, reject product outside of specifications
Ensure a clean and safe work area
Involved in interviewing and on-boarding of new hires
Responsible for department productivity and quality goals
Promote safety, and enforce all company policies and procedures