Supervisor, Ricotta Production 2nd Shift

Lactalis American Group Inc•Buffalo, NY

11d•$65,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

Lactalis USA is hiring a Ricotta Production Supervisor for its second-shift operation in Buffalo, New York. The supervisor ensures the department operates safely and productively, with a focus on production, quality, and people. The role identifies, investigates, and works to resolve departmental problems, works closely with employees, and reports issues to the Ricotta Production Manager.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to perform a multitude of tasks.
Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in business administration or dairy science.
Three to five years of supervisory experience.
Previous food manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

Ensure the department runs smoothly and efficiently.
Assist operators with production setup and startup.
Ensure departmental employees perform quality-control checks.
Verify that the correct recipes are used for production.
Complete and maintain appropriate paperwork and reports.
Verify and sign operator logs each hour.
Verify moisture checks are performed on all lots.
Tour the entire room every half hour.
Ensure sufficient manpower is scheduled for the next day and make adjustments when necessary.
Ensure sufficient supplies are available for the day, including salt, stabilizer, and Vitamin A.
Maintain employee records, including attendance, and prepare write-ups as needed.
Maintain open communication with all employees in the ricotta department.
Identify, investigate, and work to resolve departmental problems.
Ensure employees follow GMP and QC policies in the plant and surrounding environments.