02101A - Supervisor, Production

BakeMark•Pico Rivera, CA

6d•$75,000 - $80,000

About The Position

The Production Supervisor directs and coordinates production department activities involved in processing materials and manufacturing products, personally or through subordinate supervisors. The role implements company policies and procedures concerning safety, operating methods, and workplace conduct; ensures employees comply with company and governmental regulations; and reviews operating results against company objectives to identify and implement improvements. The supervisor plans and coordinates production schedules, staffing, workflow, and manufacturing activities to meet product specifications, quality standards, and delivery dates. The position trains employees, oversees plant cleanliness and safety, inspects products, directs machine setup and adjustments, and resolves production, maintenance, and workforce issues. It also maintains production data and reports and follows up on customer requests to ensure a satisfactory response. Start times may vary according to operational needs, and extended hours may be required during the busy season. The work environment includes moving mechanical parts, outdoor weather conditions, occasional high or precarious places and electrical-shock risks, and usually loud noise. The employee must taste, touch, and smell finished bakery products and related ingredients. Frequent standing, walking, and talking or hearing are required; occasional lifting or moving of up to 100 pounds is also required.

Requirements

Experience as a supervisor in manufacturing and union environments.
Experience and/or demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams.
Demonstrated ability to ensure the safety of employees and products.
Ability to perform the essential duties of the job, with reasonable accommodations as needed.
Ability to frequently stand, walk, and talk or hear; occasionally sit, handle objects, tools, or controls, reach, taste, and smell; and occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds.
Vision abilities including close, distance, and color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Four-year college degree or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Implement policies and procedures established by the Plant Manager or other company management regarding safety, operating methods, and behavior.
Ensure supervised employees operate in compliance with company and governmental regulations.
Analyze available information, compare results with company objectives, and take steps to improve results.
Train new and existing employees in proper operations and safety procedures.
Prepare work schedules as directed by the Production Manager, expedite workflow, estimate labor hours, and ensure work is completed within allotted time.
Maintain proper plant cleanliness.
Inspect products for conformance to specifications and direct machine setup and adjustments.
Recommend improvements to production methods, equipment performance, and product quality.
Review production orders and schedules to plan department operations based on product types, quantities, specifications, and delivery dates.
Prepare operating schedules and coordinate manufacturing activities to meet production and product-quality specifications.
Develop or revise standard operating and working practices and observe employees to ensure compliance.
Review production and operating reports and resolve operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to minimize costs and prevent delays.
Resolve worker grievances or submit unresolved grievances to the Production Manager.
Compile, store, and retrieve production data.
Follow up on customer requests and questions to ensure appropriate responses and customer satisfaction.
Treat internal and external customers with respect, courtesy, and kindness.
Comply with company policies, procedures, and safety rules.
Demonstrate the company values of Partnership, Performance, Passion, and Initiative.
Perform other duties as assigned to support company goals.