Production Supervisor

Del Monte Fresh Produce • Kankakee, IL

112d

About The Position

This position will help the Operations Manager manage and oversee all aspects of production within the location. In this role, will partner with various departments, including Warehouse, Shipping and Receiving and Quality Assurance, to coordinate efforts to improve quality and reduce costs, while maintaining adequate labor and resource utilization, to achieve maximum yields.

Requirements

• High School Diploma OR GED, Plus At least 2 to 3 years prior experience in a similar role.
• At least 2 to 3 years prior experience in a similar supervisory role.
• Previous experience working in a multi-product, line manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of supply chain strategies and distribution systems.
• Must be able to communicate well (both written and verbal) with management as well as direct employees in a productive/professional manner.
• Solid background in scheduling and cost control, process management, inventory control, quality assurance and food safety.
• Must be able to work in a wet, cold (<40 degrees) environment for extended periods of time.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs (i.e. Word and Outlook, etc.), but experienced with excel is a must.
• Flexible-Willing to move around within department or to different shifts as necessary to analyze, and make necessary changes to machinery and personnel.

Responsibilities

• Discuss production plan with Production Manager/Operation Manager on a weekly/daily basis.
• Review production goals with staff, on a daily basis, to determine if goals were met.
• Determine factors preventing the attainment of production goals and apply appropriate remedial measures.
• Assist with tracking labor and yield efficiencies for each shift.
• Implement changes in manpower to improve productivity yields.
• Maintain the proper labor force and ensure facility is operating within established labor budget.
• Assist the Manager with the production staff training to develop product knowledge and skills.
• Work closely with the Production Supervisors to ensure orders are completed in a timely manner.
• Ensure consistent availability of quality raw materials and packaging.
• Ensure compliance with all preparatory and processing procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all cut and pack size specifications, volume, quality, labeling, packaging and other product related guidelines.
• Coordinate sample production and assist with new product development.
• Partner with Quality Assurance team to monitor processing and finished product temperatures.
• Monitor chlorine levels and ensure appropriate cold chain systems are maintained throughout processing.
• Inspect finished goods to ensure they meet or exceed product specifications.
• Consistently review Quality, GMP and HACCP requirements to ensure company performance standards are met and/or exceeded.
• Effectively communicate with other Managers, Supervisors and other location leadership and teams on production issues and changes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees