Production Supervisor

California Dairies Inc•Bakersfield, CA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Oversees the daily operation of separators, evaporators, churns, and dryers. Operations include running of equipment, cleaning of equipment, and completion of necessary paperwork in a clear, concise manner. Always maintaining the work areas in a clean and sanitary condition. Responsible for daily operation of plant, including but not limited to, receiving, separators, evaporators, HTST’s, dryers, butter processing, Ava-Pac powder packaging and UF/RO plant. Supervises, schedules, tracks, mentors, and directs the workforce in area of responsibility. Must obtain medical clearance to use respirator and maintain certification. Monitors and maintains quality of product throughout efficient manner. Monitors chemical use during clean-up and maintains proper rotation of product. Keeps plant in “inspection ready” condition: have all air blows and foot baths changed daily, have floors and drains cleaned as needed, have recording charts in proper condition and check state seals on equipment, inform management as needed. Informs all departments of necessary changes or run conditions and report to supervisor any problem encountered and then follow any further instruction from the management. Checks tanks and tankers for proper CIP. Monitors and reduce controllable cost, i.e., chemical usage, overtime, breaks, etc. Maintains inventory of supplies, of assigned items. Takes powder and fluid inventory of product daily. Reports violations of company policies, procedures and working rules to management. Follows and enforce all GMP, HACCP, safety, food safety, attendance and working rules, and improve safety awareness by completing safety stand-up meetings each month. Completes and submit on the job training reviews for all assigned employees. Follows all safety and working rules. Must have the ability to get along with co-workers, management personnel, customers, vendors, and employees in accordance with the company policies and working rules while ensuring a harmonious and conducive work environment. Maintains a positive attitude and contribute toward a quality environment. Excellent regular full-time attendance in support of company objectives. Use initiative and judgment in making decisions, keeping with California Dairies, Inc.’s best interests. Support and enforce SQF / QA, GMP, Safety policies and procedures, and production needs. “Food Safety and Quality” are the responsibilities of this position. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Ability to trouble shoot problems and be persistent until a solution is found.
Must work in a safe manner and follow all safety procedures including use of safety equipment.
Must be willing to ask for assistance when the process is unclear.
College level verbal and written communication skills.
Leadership, team development, coaching, and/or teaching experience.
Basic computational skills required.
Simple math reasoning and statistical skills required.
Must demonstrate good judgement when carrying out duties as assigned.
A Bachelor of Science degree and minimum four years of experience in a leadership role; or an equivalent combination of education and experience required.
English is required as the written and spoken language.
Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain California State Pasteurizers License.
Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain California State Sampler’s and Weigher’s License.

Nice To Haves

If no degree in Dairy or Food Science, additional dairy manufacturing experience (particularly in a leadership role) may be considered.

Responsibilities

Oversees the daily operation of separators, evaporators, churns, and dryers.
Runs and cleans equipment.
Completes necessary paperwork in a clear, concise manner.
Maintains work areas in a clean and sanitary condition.
Responsible for daily operation of plant, including but not limited to, receiving, separators, evaporators, HTST’s, dryers, butter processing, Ava-Pac powder packaging and UF/RO plant.
Supervises, schedules, tracks, mentors, and directs the workforce in area of responsibility.
Must obtain medical clearance to use respirator and maintain certification.
Monitors and maintains quality of product throughout efficient manner.
Monitors chemical use during clean-up and maintains proper rotation of product.
Keeps plant in “inspection ready” condition: have all air blows and foot baths changed daily, have floors and drains cleaned as needed, have recording charts in proper condition and check state seals on equipment, inform management as needed.
Informs all departments of necessary changes or run conditions and report to supervisor any problem encountered and then follow any further instruction from the management.
Checks tanks and tankers for proper CIP.
Monitors and reduce controllable cost, i.e., chemical usage, overtime, breaks, etc.
Maintains inventory of supplies, of assigned items.
Takes powder and fluid inventory of product daily.
Reports violations of company policies, procedures and working rules to management.
Follows and enforce all GMP, HACCP, safety, food safety, attendance and working rules, and improve safety awareness by completing safety stand-up meetings each month.
Completes and submit on the job training reviews for all assigned employees.
Follows all safety and working rules.
Must have the ability to get along with co-workers, management personnel, customers, vendors, and employees in accordance with the company policies and working rules while ensuring a harmonious and conducive work environment.
Maintains a positive attitude and contribute toward a quality environment.
Ensures excellent regular full-time attendance in support of company objectives.
Uses initiative and judgment in making decisions, keeping with California Dairies, Inc.’s best interests.
Supports and enforces SQF / QA, GMP, Safety policies and procedures, and production needs.
Ensures “Food Safety and Quality”.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Clearly communicate the company's vision & goals and how the team's work contributes to them.
Set a positive example through their own work ethic, attitude, and commitment to quality.
Develop and empower team members by delegating tasks effectively and providing opportunities for growth and development.
Provide clear instructions and expectations, along with the “why”, for tasks and projects.
Offer regular feedback and coaching to help team members improve their skills and performance.
Foster a sense of teamwork and shared purpose, emphasizing that the team is stronger together.
Recognize and celebrate team accomplishments and individual contributions.
Advocate for the team's needs and concerns, up, down, and across the organization.
Encourage and support the team to challenge the status quo, to identify and suggest process improvements, and to embrace innovation.