Production Supervisor - Second shift

Garelick Farms•Franklin, MA

20h

About The Position

The Production Supervisor provides work direction and supervision to production employees in accordance with standard work rules, applicable union contract provisions, and employment policies. The role monitors production processes and scheduling to ensure products are processed accurately, customer orders are fulfilled, quality and food-safety requirements are met, and daily production goals are achieved. The supervisor serves as a resource and escalation point for direct reports and coaches, mentors, and develops team members. This is a second-shift role scheduled Monday through Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., with weekends and off-hours as needed. The position oversees production operations, equipment readiness and sanitation, safety practices, staffing and scheduling, employee relations, and compliance with company and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two to five years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated leadership aptitude, team-lead experience, or supervisory experience.
Knowledge of manufacturing process flow and its importance to the process.
Knowledge of continuous-improvement models.
Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems.
Knowledge of supervision, training, and personnel-management principles and practices.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, verbally and in writing.
Ability to collaborate effectively and foster teamwork.
Ability to interact positively and work effectively with others.
Ability to use independent judgment in planning and organizing multiple tasks and information.
Ability to demonstrate initiative and follow through on day-to-day responsibilities.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Certification and/or license may be required during employment.

Nice To Haves

Undergraduate degree in a related curriculum.
Manufacturing experience, preferably in food and/or beverage manufacturing.

Responsibilities

Schedule and assign work, provide clear direction to production employees, and ensure production flows smoothly and daily goals are met.
Monitor production activities, including milk receiving, standardizing, pasteurization, separating, freezing, cooling, filling, mixing, packaging, and storing, to ensure plant production and quality standards are met.
Monitor production equipment to ensure efficient operation and proper cleaning and sanitation, and arrange timely repair or resolution of equipment failures.
Promote safe work behaviors and hold self and direct reports accountable for safety rules and regulations.
Conduct accident and injury investigations and submit injury reports to Human Resources promptly; may coordinate or facilitate plant safety meetings and training.
Fulfill food-safety and quality requirements and administer policies, procedures, and programs related to operations.
Supervise production scheduling to ensure appropriate product quantities and varieties are produced to fill orders, meet demand, and achieve productivity goals; ensure ingredients and packaging are staged for upcoming production runs.
Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and contain costs.
Promote positive and productive working relationships, apply work rules and applicable union provisions and employment policies consistently, administer discipline fairly, and work with Human Resources and plant management to resolve grievances.
Communicate with employees through shift meetings and informal methods.
Administer employee promotions and transfers, review and edit timekeeping, complete performance evaluations, and mentor, train, and coach employees.
Maintain safe working conditions and compliance with company, state, and federal health and safety regulations.
Follow DFA good manufacturing practices and company regulatory, food-safety, quality, and sanitation requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.