Production Supervisor - 1st shift

We’re committed to hiring only those individuals who pride themselves on setting quality standards for the industry. We provide steady work, competitive wages, safer working conditions and good longtermopportunitiesto train and increase their earnings. All our employees must display professionalism through: Unwavering Reliability and Punctuality Good Appearance and Attitudes Highly Productive Work Ethics Emphasis on Safety / Commitment to be Drug Free Job Description SUMMARY: Directs the activities of employees engaged in packing activities including but not limited to training and supervising, maintaining a positive work environment, ensuring compliance with safety standards and established policies and procedures. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Supervises all production activities performed by employees; maintains a high degree of visibility and access to employees throughout the shift. Establishes and maintains department standards for productivity, reliability, and accuracy. Monitors and reports daily production results, material usage, waste, and downtime. Reports equipment problems to appropriate department and production manager. Coordinates with quality control to maintain quality standards; takes appropriate corrective measures to resolve deficiencies. Forecasts staffing needs to meet peak demands of the business and staff team accordingly; trains, motivates, coaches, rewards, and disciplines employees being supervised; resolves personnel issues. Coordinates with the production manager to manage personnel issues including but not limited to vacation approvals, time card approval, daily and weekly overtime, hiring, and training. Performs required administrative tasks; prepares required reports and correspondence. Assists production manager with development and implementation of policies and procedures; ensures all established policies and procedures are followed by employees. Inspects for proper sanitation of equipment and facilities; takes corrective action to resolve deficiencies. Resolves production-related issues with representatives from other department throughout the company. Maintains a working knowledge of all operating systems pertaining to the work area. Maintains safety programs and all required safety training for employees. Performs other duties as assigned by manager. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervises production staff Qualifications One to twoyears related experience or equivalent in food manufacturing facility. Knowledge of GMP's within food industry. Demonstrated proficiency in supervising and motivating subordinates. Commitment to excellence and high standards. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Basic competence in subordinates’ duties and tasks. Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills. Ability to manage priorities and workflow. Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm. Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines. Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels. Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions. Bilingual skills a plus. Ability to understand any and all safety requirements and cautions. Ability to perform the physical labor necessary. Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds. Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English. Bilingual is preferable. Additional Information PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to do the following: Stand for long periods of time. Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously. Understand and respond to a diverse population. WORK ENVIRONMENT: All work is performed in a cold plant environment with areas of high noise levels, wet floors, seasonal schedule changes and moving mechanical parts, depending on position. Job Type: Full-time Required experience: Food Manufacturing: 1 year (desirable) Required education: High school or equivalent Required language: English-Spanish (desirable) Personnel Supervision: 1 year Required language: Spanish Legal Notice Equal Opportunity Employer. The company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic. #J-18808-Ljbffr Leaders Staffing LLC