Supervisor, Production

Bay State Milling Company•Sterling, CO

43d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: obtaining, planning and preparing a variety of grains/seeds for processing, repacking, or blending per customer or manufacturing requirements. Operates any equipment as needed. The position will be responsible for all aspects of the lines including minor maintenance and machine adjustment. They will ensure that packaging has been completed effectively which includes filling to proper weight, bags/boxes are formed and sealed correctly and have the proper batch numbers. The Production Supervisor must maintain high standards of safety, quality and teamwork. The position must ensure that all production lines are doing the following: • Verifying the accuracy of raw materials being processed. Verification to include testing requirements, inventory and other customer requirements o Verification will be in conjunction with customer service, sales, and QA. • Follow all GMPs, SOPs, and plant safety rules. • Prepare the machine for operation by making necessary adjustments to ensure proper operation. • Ensure processing/production lines are operating at maximum efficiency. • Select proper packaging material and ensure that it is in good condition. • Ensure that all food safety PC’s are followed. • Verify Machine Operator’s production report accuracy. • Ensure that the areas are maintained and kept clean during and after production. • Follow production formulas in Dynamics AX. o Adjust formulas as needed based on actual production needs. • Openly communicate any issues or suggestions to improve the operation of the facility. o Work on CI projects and/or lead new projects. • Facilitate and conduct safety, QA and other training sessions. • Train new operators on all aspects of job. Ensure safety and productivity of all employees. • Built effective team on assigned shift, in an environment that employees both full time and temporary plant labor. • Perform other duties or tasks as needed • Ability to rotate Supervisory duties between 1st and 2nd shift highly desired but not required

Requirements

Proficient in English speaking, reading and writing
Ability to perform basic mathematic computations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Ability to accurately record data onto documents and keep production records.
Must have a strong mechanical background, including PLC’s and pneumatic systems.
At least two year’s experience in flour/grain/seed milling (or food manufacturing).
Strong team building/leadership skills and excellent communication skills.
Experience with safety food audits.
Ability to lift and move 50 lbs

Nice To Haves

Previous management experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Obtaining, planning and preparing a variety of grains/seeds for processing, repacking, or blending per customer or manufacturing requirements.
Operates any equipment as needed.
Responsible for all aspects of the lines including minor maintenance and machine adjustment.
Ensure that packaging has been completed effectively which includes filling to proper weight, bags/boxes are formed and sealed correctly and have the proper batch numbers.
Maintain high standards of safety, quality and teamwork.
Verifying the accuracy of raw materials being processed. Verification to include testing requirements, inventory and other customer requirements
Follow all GMPs, SOPs, and plant safety rules.
Prepare the machine for operation by making necessary adjustments to ensure proper operation.
Ensure processing/production lines are operating at maximum efficiency.
Select proper packaging material and ensure that it is in good condition.
Ensure that all food safety PC’s are followed.
Verify Machine Operator’s production report accuracy.
Ensure that the areas are maintained and kept clean during and after production.
Follow production formulas in Dynamics AX.
Openly communicate any issues or suggestions to improve the operation of the facility.
Work on CI projects and/or lead new projects.
Facilitate and conduct safety, QA and other training sessions.
Train new operators on all aspects of job. Ensure safety and productivity of all employees.
Built effective team on assigned shift, in an environment that employees both full time and temporary plant labor.
Perform other duties or tasks as needed
Ability to rotate Supervisory duties between 1st and 2nd shift highly desired but not required