Production Supervisor

CPFNA•Jackson, OH

109d

About The Position

The Production Supervisor directs and leads an assigned production area and its employees. Under the direction of the Plant Superintendent, this role ensures product quality and safety, along with production-line efficiency. The supervisor oversees personnel, materials and finished-goods inventory, employee scheduling and payroll, and compliance with company and food-manufacturing procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
2–5 years of supervisory experience.
Understanding of food-manufacturing GMPs.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Organized time manager with demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks and responsibilities.
Ability to function well under pressure.
Demonstrated proficiency in communication and documentation skills.
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Good interpersonal skills.
Conflict-resolution ability.
Flexibility and ability to adapt to different environments, tasks, responsibilities, and people.
Planning, organizational, and follow-up skills.
Delegation skills and ability to prioritize and manage multiple demands.
Innovation and ability to generate creative solutions.
Teamwork skills.
Process orientation and focus on customer satisfaction and improvement.
Ability to develop trust through consistent actions, values, and communication.
Sense of urgency and persistence in completing work.

Responsibilities

Model and enforce departmental safety policies and practices, HACCP procedures, GMPs, SSOPs, and other company policies.
Manage inventory of materials used in the department and finished goods.
Resolve personnel problems by analyzing information, investigating issues, identifying solutions, and recommending action.
Maintain quality service by establishing and enforcing organizational standards.
Review resumes and interview qualified candidates for open positions within the department.
Supervise, lead, and train department employees.
Monitor employee attendance and administer discipline as necessary.
Manage hourly employees’ job performance by coaching, affirming, counseling, and disciplining as needed.
Evaluate employees during probationary periods and determine their ability to perform the job.
Consult with Human Resources about appropriate action for employees who do not meet standard requirements.
Observe subordinates’ use of HighJump and ensure the integrity of information entered into the system.
Schedule employees and approve payroll hours, including overtime and paid days off.
Propose employee pay-rate updates and ensure pay rates comply with the wage schedule in the collective bargaining agreement.