3rd Shift Supervisor Whey

Great Lakes Cheese•Town of Adams, NY

5d•$68,000 - $85,000

About The Position

The Whey Supervisor is responsible for maintaining smooth production flows as efficiently as possible while producing quality products. This role organizes, leads, and supervises whey department employees; coordinates daily production scheduling; and supports safe, high-quality manufacturing operations. The schedule is 12:00 AM–8:30 AM. The annual pay range is $68,000–$85,000 for New York; offers depend on skills, relevant experience, degrees and certifications, and internal equity, and the range may not apply to other locations.

Requirements

Associate’s degree, technical education, or commensurate experience.
At least 4 years of supervisory experience.
In-depth understanding of manufacturing processes and related equipment.
Ability to make sound, independent decisions based on functional expertise and experience.
Ability to provide leadership, support, communication, and direction to line personnel.
Ability to handle multiple tasks, troubleshoot, and solve problems beyond routine issues.
Ability to coach, lead, and develop employees.
Ability to make sound, independent decisions relating to order and production issues.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
Ability to ascend and descend stairs.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
Kronos experience.
SAP experience.
MES experience.

Responsibilities

Be capable of performing all whey department jobs.
Ensure proper cleaning and sanitation of equipment.
Verify the accuracy of production reports.
Organize, lead, and supervise whey employees, addressing problems proactively.
Create weekly work schedules for whey department personnel.
Communicate effectively.
Observe and evaluate processes and personnel, and respond to inefficiencies or issues.
Coordinate daily scheduling changes and updates with production schedules.
Motivate employees and lead by example.
Address daily employee issues and complaints, listen, and provide tactful feedback.
Facilitate and assist with special projects, customer requests, and samples.
Assist with department selection, hiring, advancement, transfer, promotion, and termination decisions.
Administer employee discipline as needed.
Ensure a safe work environment and follow stated safety policies and procedures.
Produce products in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices, policies, and procedures in the Safe Quality Food Program to meet customer and consumer quality and value expectations.
Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the manager.