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Job Title: Production Supervisor Job Code: 140017 Department: Operations
Reports to: Production Manager Prepared By: Human Resources FLSA Status:
Exempt Preparation Date: May 2024
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the leadership and guidance of the Production
Manager, the Production Supervisor will oversee our production
operations and ensure efficiency, quality, and safety standards are met.
Key responsibilities include supervising production staff, monitoring
workflow, implementing process improvements, and ensuring compliance
with safety regulations. The Production Supervisor will play a pivotal
role in driving productivity, optimizing resources, and fostering a
culture of continuous improvement within the plant.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Supervises and coordinates daily production
activities to meet production targets and quality standards.
Plans and prioritizes production schedules to optimize resources and
minimize downtime.
Leads, mentors, and motivates the production team to achieve performance
goals and maintain a positive work environment. Trains and cross trains
employees on various production functions.
Manages production goals including waste, labor, throughput, and ensures
the appropriate maintenance of production equipment.
Ensures the timely initiation of production lines, efficiency of
changeover, and monitors labor cost.
Collaborates with other departments, such as maintenance, quality, and
warehousing, to ensure a smooth and safe production flow.
Enforces safety protocols and regulations to maintain a safe working
environment for all employees. Follows all OSHA safety rules.
Proactively and routinely monitors employee performance, provides
feedback, and implements disciplinary actions when necessary.
Drives continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes,
reduce waste, and enhance productivity.
Implements and enforces compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices
(GMP), Safe Quality Food (SQF) guidelines, and Food & Drug
Administration (FDA) regulations.
Actively participates in the recruiting process to support hiring needs
for the department as necessary.
Performs daily recaps and provides corrective action recommendations to
operations leadership in areas including but not limited to safety,
quality, cleanliness, yield, and efficiency.
Performs all other duties as assigned by the Production Manager.
COMPETENCIES:
To perform this job successfully, the Production Supervisor must be
self-motivated, able to problem solve, detail-oriented, and able to stay
on task. The requirements listed below are representative of the
knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Excellent organization and time management skills.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
Self-motivated, with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and adapt
well to change.
Ability to demonstrate excellent critical thinking and problem-solving
skills.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or GED required.
Minimum of one (1) year in a manufacturing supervisory role.
Experience in food manufacturing desired.
Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality control principles,
and safety regulations.
Proficient with software packages such as JD Edwards, Excel, Word,
Microsoft Teams, Email, Internet, and Power Point.
Job Analysis/Job Description Physical Activities Checklist
Job title: Production Supervisor
Physical Activities
Check all that apply
Frequency
(N)Never, (O)Occasionally or (C)Constantly
Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and
the like.
O
Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various
environments including tight and confined spaces.
C
Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for
prolonged periods.
C
Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
C
Adjusting or moving objects up to 15 pounds in all directions.
O
Communicating with others to exchange information.
C
Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
C
Operating machinery and/or power tools.
O
Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
O
Environment