Production Supervisor

Production SupervisorSeneca Foods is one of North America's leading providers of packaged fruits and vegetables with facilities located throughout the United States. Our high quality products are primarily sourced from over 1,400 American farms. Seneca holds the largest share of the retail private label, food service, and export canned vegetable markets, distributing to over 90 countries. Products are also sold under the brands of Libby's®, Aunt Nellie's®, READ®, Seneca Farms®, Green Valley®, Green Giant (Shelf-Stable)®, CherryMan®, Paradise®, Pennant®, and Seneca labels, including Seneca snack chips. Seneca also provides vegetable products to other companies under various co-pack arrangements. Seneca Foods offers an excellent benefit package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, 401K, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Paid Time Off and more! Help us make our Farm Fresh Goodness Great! Come join the Seneca Foods team!Seneca Foods Corporation - Ripon, WI is in search of a Production Supervisor! During production season (June-November) (9pm-6am) this person is responsible for managing nightly production and sanitation. During the off season (November-June) Monday-Friday with no weekends or holidays worked. Lead and coordinate the activities of the Production function to achieve company goals. Complete daily production requirements in a cost-effective manner which meets or exceeds good manufacturing practices and employee safety. Adequately train and instruct others within the department. Essential Functions, Responsibilities, or Job Duties:Oversee and supervise all production processes to ensure products meet quality and specification standardsEnsure the accurate and timely completion of all departmental records, maintaining compliance with company policies and regulationsManage production costs to consistently meet or exceed budgetary targetsCoordinate cross-departmental activities to ensure safe and efficient delivery, handling, and storage of materialsFoster a culture of teamwork, continuous improvement, and provide training to employees to promote safe and efficient operationsDevelop and execute daily production plans, ensuring optimal utilization of materials and resourcesMake informed decisions on product quality, employee concerns, and equipment malfunctions, and promptly escalate issues to managementEnsure a safe working environment for all employees by adhering to safety protocols and regulationsAssist in developing plant budgets and daily production plansPurchase production suppliesOversee and direct sanitation proceduresConduct performance evaluations on assigned employeesAssist other management positions such as Warehouse Manager or Q.C. ManagerCoordinate activities between departments to ensure proper receipt and storage of suppliesOther duties as assigned or required by ManagementQualifications and Experience:Familiarity with raw product preparation, packaging, thermal processes, and other essential procedures (e.g., FDA, USDA, OSHA, AIB, and GMP)Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organizationAbility to make quick, informed decisions in a fast-paced environmentHighly organized and adaptable to changing needs and prioritiesCollege degree and/or 2 to 5 years of relevant experience or training in food manufacturing or a related fieldWillingness to obtain certifications in Better Process Control School, Thermal Processing, Container Closure School, and other necessary industry trainingThree (3) to five (5) years of experience as a supervisor or Leadsperson. Food Manufacturing experience preferredSeneca Foods Corporation is committed to providing equal opportunity for all, through a positive and continuing affirmative action program. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, military and/or veteran status or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. Seneca Foods Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io.