Production Supervisor PA

Work Schedule: This is a salaried position requiring flexibility in scheduling, including varying workdays based on business needs.

Why you will love working at Maola® :

• Built on over a century of dedication, Maola is always looking ahead-investing in our people, strengthening our communities, and securing fresh, local dairy for the future.
• Join a farmer-owned cooperative rooted in integrity, sustainability, and a passion for providing fresh, high-quality Maola dairy products.
• We prioritize your well-being with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with employer match, Life Insurance, paid time off, and more-available within your first month.
• Our employees are an integral part of who we are - what you do and what you think matters.

SUMMARY:

Responsible for plant operation during assigned shift. This will include direct supervision of union employees, overseeing the work order system for maintenance, waste water pretreatment system; customers' orders are within specifications and meet scheduled delivery times. Enforce company policies, federal regulations from FDA, USDA, OSHA, and EPA.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Supervises and coordinates the daily activities of all plant workers to ensure optimum efficiency, quality, productivity, and safety.
• Analyzes and resolves work problems and assists workers with any work-related concerns.
• Conducts walk through and inspection of plant operations to ensure that plant is in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices and Quality Standards.
• Develops most efficient schedule of finished product to lower expenses by reducing hours of operation
• Completes daily paperwork including Log Sheets, Accident Reports. Status Report for Plant Manager, and Time and Production records.
• Assists with record keeping and reports for the EPA, Regulatory agencies, and MDE.
• Communicates with Shift Production Supervisors to coordinate activities.
• Reports Union grievances.
• Initiates and suggests plans to motivate workers to achieve work goals or tasks.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor and/ or management.
• All employees are expected to support the Safe Quality Food (SQF) Program by following food safety and quality procedures, maintaining hygiene and cleanliness, and reporting any concerns. Team members must understand their role in the SQF System, complete required training, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement to ensure safe, high-quality products.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS :

• Minimum of 3 years of related experience with considerable knowledge of plant operations and manufacturing. Dairy experience preferred.
• High School Diploma or Ged required.
• Bachelor's degree (BS or BA) from a four-year college or university preferred.
• Ability to effectively plan work procedures, equipment, material and manpower needs.
• Ability to effectively build and lead a productive work group as well as to perform as a member of the management team.
• Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to demonstrate a thorough understanding of regulatory laws and responsibilities related to processing and filling.
• Proven ability to train, supervise and develop staff, formulate policy, and direct activities.
• Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs.
• Must be available to serve rotational 24 hour emergency on call if required by site.

COMPETENCIES:

• Communication
• Communicate clearly and effectively through multiple channels - oral, written, visual, and non-verbal - ensuring our messages are understood and delivered appropriately, whether in-person or digitally.
• Accountability
• Take responsibility for actions and anticipate challenges before they arise.
• Solve problems both within and outside of departments, proactively addressing issues as they occur.
• Customer Focused
• Prioritize understanding and meeting both internal and external customer needs.
• Ensure high levels of satisfaction and loyalty by anticipating customer requirements and striving for exceptional service.
• Initiative
• Proactive in identifying opportunities and addressing potential threats.
• Act independently and decisively, rather than waiting for situations to demand action.
• Problem-Solving
• Possess the ability to identify and address complex issues with minimal guidance.
• Skilled at analyzing challenges and finding practical, effective solutions.
• Collaboration
• Take responsibility for deliverables while also supporting others to ensure that collective goals are met.
• Able to work harmoniously with others toward a common goal, recognizing and valuing each person's contributions, is fundamental to successful collaboration.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee must be able to reach, bend, extend, and lift 50-60 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The work environment may require working in varying degrees of temperature and may include contact with water or dairy liquids.
• Exposed to a noise level of 90 decibels. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate/high. Wet/slippery work conditions.

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