Production Supervisor

Dairy Farmers of America•Nashville, TN

10d

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 supervisor monitors production operations and scheduling to ensure product is processed accurately, customer orders are fulfilled, production flows smoothly, and daily goals are met. The role promotes safety and complies with food safety, quality, sanitation, and regulatory requirements. The supervisor serves as a resource and escalation point for direct reports and coaches, mentors, trains, and develops team members. The position also supports efficient operations, equipment reliability, positive employee relations, and consistent application of workplace policies.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
2 to 5 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.
Interpersonal skills 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, and provide clear direction to production employees.
Ensure production flows smoothly and daily production 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 it functions efficiently and is properly cleaned and sanitized; 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 send injury reports to Human Resources in a timely manner; may coordinate or facilitate plant safety meetings and training.
Understand and fulfill food safety and quality requirements and regulations, and administer related operations policies, procedures, and programs.
Supervise production scheduling to ensure appropriate quantities and varieties are produced to fill orders, meet demand, and achieve productivity goals; ensure materials are staged for upcoming production runs.
Identify ways to increase operational efficiency and contain costs.
Promote positive and productive working relationships, apply work rules and employment policies consistently and fairly, administer discipline, and work with Human Resources and plant management to resolve employee 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 comply 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.