Supervisor - Production

About This Role

Supervising production operations and ensuring maximum quality in a profitable manner is the core of this role. The Production Supervisor monitors employees, organizes workflows, and analyzes the efficiency of manufacturing processes in a dayshift, 12-hour shift on a 2/2/3 schedule.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for the leadership and safety of production team members
• Facilitate the daily/weekly production of all products ensuring all are produced efficiently, timely and in accordance with Freshpet quality standards
• Manage and direct daily production goals in a safe, cost effective and efficient manner and ensure all industry and regulatory standards are being met
• Review production records for accuracy and ensure all records are maintained properly
• Ensure the sanitation, housekeeping and overall cleanliness of the facility is in compliance with quality standards
• Be responsible for OSHA and environmental regulation compliance for Operations as well as factory GMPs, food safety and sanitation
• Analyze labor efficiencies and labor allocations to meet demand; schedule vacations/time off; manage overtime hours; manage time keeping system
• Develop and motivate direct reports to improve the efficiency of their current duties and have clearly identified goals
• Conduct/document regular communication, production, and safety meetings to keep team members informed; encourage team member feedback/ideas
• Address team member issues and deliver corrective action to include behavior, safety, quality, GMP, sanitation, work standards and time infractions
• Partner with HR department for direction and guidance, as necessary
• Lead/Assist in team member orientation and training
• Maintain current thorough knowledge of the factory and its systems
• Participate as an active team player and motivated individual
• Continuous improvement processes and work conditions
• Perform other duties as required

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment; preferable in a food manufacturing facility
• Strong analytical, written/verbal communications, interpersonal skills and the ability to work well across all levels of the organization
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications; especially Excel
• Knowledge of time and attendance systems
• Familiarity with Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing techniques
• Strong understanding of the sanitation process in a food manufacturing facility

Nice to have:

• Bachelor
• Experience implementing SQF programs

Benefits