1st Shift Production Supervisor

Gpac is working with a well-established, fast growing national company that is seeking a 1st Shift Production Supervisor for one of their facilities in the Evansville area of Indiana.

The Production Supervisor is responsible for all employees in the production department, daily supervision and directing of the production lines under his/her supervision.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Manages and utilizes various production reports. Reviews daily production against customer requirements. Interprets, understands, and manages reports within responsible area such as throughput, yield, etc.

* Accomplishes all paperwork in accordance with established time frames or record keeping requirements.

* Emphasizes a safe work environment. Promotes a safe work environment as well as meets safety requirements complying with all policies or regulations, OSHA, concerning safety, environment, handling of food products, packaging, ingredients and any related items.

* Communicates at all levels in order to meet production expectations. Collaborates with the functional areas of operations such as Human Resources, Safety, Maintenance, Quality Assurance, Finance, Shipping and others.

* Maintains inventory records.

* Leads a team of production employees. Directs and supervises employees' work activities and monitors work performance. Effectively communicates with and motivates the team in order to drive productivity and achieve company goals.

* Supervises employees to maintain discipline, teamwork, and safety so that daily production requirements are met. Responsible for work effort and appraisal of personnel.

* Responsible for scheduling, tracking attendance, and reviewing and approving time off for their direct reports.

* Promotes a cooperative and harmonious environment in order to facilitate positive employee morale, productivity, and continued improvement.

* QUALIFICATIONS:

* 7 or more years of experience in the food manufacturing industry

* 5 or more years of leadership experience in the manufacturing industry, including scheduling, managing employee performance and directing employee's day-to-day activities

* Experience with Tray Sealer/Thermoforming/Flow wrapping

* Knowledge of food manufacturing processes, including, but not limited to HACCP, SOPs, SSOPs, company policies, as well as demonstrated communication skills

* Strict adherence to all safety, food safety and GMP protocols

* Commitment to meeting and exceeding quality standards and customer specifications

* Oversee the organization of, cleanliness, and general order of lines and production areas

* Effectively and proactively communicate status related to safety, quality, personnel, equipment, and/or inventory to appropriate management

* Lead a team of skilled workers to meet hourly and daily production standards and goals

* Ability to quickly solve problems through critical thinking

* Willingness to follow all established guidelines and procedures and recommend improvements as needed

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:

* Competitive market salary

* Industry leading beneftis

* Advancement opportunities

* Working for a well-established national food mnanufacturer

If you're interested and serious, please send your confidential resume to Brittany at for immediate consideration!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

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