The Production Supervisor takes responsibility for supervising the production of the facility for the designated shift. The Shift Supervisor will either make decisions on their own or have the judgment to call the appropriate support personnel if needed. In addition to supervising the facility, the Supervisor works hand-in-hand with the Production Manager, Inventory Control Specialist, Maintenance and the broader team, as appropriate, to keep the departments running efficiently. This position requires organizational and detail skills, a problem-solving approach, and a firm grasp of the production process.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee production operations at the facility, ensuring that all production goals are being met.
• Manage operations to maximize the capacity and decrease down-time.
• Continually monitor procedures to ensure that Standard Operating Procedures are being followed.
• Serve as the primary Safety Contact for the night shift.
• Continually monitor procedures to ensure that all safety procedures are followed and look for new hazards as operations change or temporary measures are taken with equipment. Report any safety issues to the Safety Coordinator or Production Manager.
• Coordinate with Quality to ensure that all sanitation and follow-up activities are performed correctly.
• Continually monitor that all HAACP and GMP’s are being followed. Report any quality issues the Quality personnel or Production Manager.
• Report any maintenance issues either to the Night Maintenance Tech or to the Maintenance Foreman.
• Work to ensure that all production related paperwork is being filled out correctly.
• Supervisory Responsibilities
• Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the shift employees. 
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws including approving vacation time and filling out transaction forms.
• Interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning,

JOB EXPERIENCE:

• 1+years of supervisory experience.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Bi-lingual preferred but not mandatory (English and Spanish).
• Must have manufacturing experience, food manufacturing a plus.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Must be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Must be a problem-solver who uses good judgement.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook
• Must Demonstrate Job Competencies: Integrity, Reliability, Cooperation, Accountability, Initiative

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); 4-year degree preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Standing, walking, using hands and arms to feel and reach. 
• Ability to walk up and down stairs and ramps.
• Ability to climb ladders.
• Regularly or routinely lifting or handling boxes/bags/equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Routinely bending, stooping, and kneeling. 
• Regularly pushing or pulling sizeable equipment from a standing position.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Use of personal protective equipment including respirators, hearing protection, eye protection, and head protection.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Must be able to work in a dusty, cold, hot, humid, wet, loud, or outdoor work environment depending on the assigned work area.
• Primarily works in a production environment with minimal administrative duties. 

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and technical skills required of personnel so classified.