Production Supervisor

See's Candies•Los Angeles, CA

1d•$80,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

This position supervises the production staff and ensures candy is correctly produced and packed, including scheduling to ensure sufficient product supply to packing departments. May require working on night (2nd) shift and weekends during peak season; assigned shift will be based on business need. The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $80,000 - $90,000K per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Requirements

Strong people management, communication, motivational, and customer service skills.
Two to five years’ experience supervising a union workforce with a diverse employee population. Food manufacturing preferred, with a strong background in GMPs and food safety.
Strong mathematical proficiency; excellent PC skills.
Proven ability to learn new technologies quickly and manage change efficiently, proactively, and in a positive manner.

Nice To Haves

Excellent verbal and written bilingual skills (English/Spanish) highly preferred.
Bachelor degree in food science, engineering, business, or other related field preferred (education can compensate for less experience and vice versa).
Experience with warehouse management systems or production scheduling preferred; ROSS system (ERP) experience a plus!

Responsibilities

Directly supervises production staff, including training and development of forepersons and performance management of team, in compliance with union contract.
Assists in the development, implementation and monitoring of inventory and schedules to ensure schedule is completed. Assists Production Managers with scheduling when necessary to ensure availability of products on inventory. Inputs or modifies schedules using the Production Department scheduling systems (currently JRG/ROSS).
Monitors and directs general operations and quality of product and packaging. Monitors and directs machine and manual operations to set standards adopted by PSG management.
Assists in computer input, departmental recordkeeping, and Kronos timekeeping functions as required. Monitors product ordering through the scheduling systems software.
Develops, updates, and upholds Production Department procedural, food safety, and safety Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as required, for the safe and efficient operation of all production equipment and related functions. Monitors and ensures continuous team compliance
Supports implementation of new methods, procedures, and systems.
Responsible for the safety of plant associates, leads by example, and corrects any unsafe behavior observed or reported.
Participates, implements and provides leadership in See’s employee safety, food safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and departmental cost goals.
Maintains communication within assigned areas of production and to PSG Production Managers.
Performs other duties as needed.
Performs special projects as assigned by management
Responsible for identifying opportunities to enhance technology and innovation that will improve departmental effectiveness.
All See’s staff must be committed to the company’s core principles and workplace values, including diversity and inclusion.