Production Supervisor (2nd Shift)

Production Supervisor - 2nd ShiftDessert Holdings is the leading premium dessert company in the world. We craft artisanal, scratch-made desserts at scale, combining culinary innovation with the finest real ingredients. With a rich heritage spanning seven distinctive brands, we bring unmatched expertise and tailored solutions to our Retail and Foodservice partners.Dessert Holdings is looking for a Production Supervisor to join our growing team in Humble, TX. The Production Supervisor reports to the Operations Manager and is directly responsible for the day-to-day production and/or packaging operations. This person will be responsible for achieving safety, quality, delivery, cost, and motivational objectives (SQDCM) through both individual and team contributions and collaboration with fellow team members. In addition, this person will continuously monitor line performance, quality, costs and safety to ensure that they are within standard, and initiate corrective and preventive actions when standards are not met. The Production Supervisor provides direction, leadership, development and support to direct reports through empowerment, teamwork, on-the-job assignments. The Production Supervisor will lead and contribute to on-going Continuous improvement (CI) initiatives.Job Responsibilities:Operation and oversight of production and/or packaging LinesManage work flow by monitoring steps of the process; setting processing variables; observing control points and equipment.Develop and apply Continuous Improvement (CI) and Lean Manufacturing (LM) tools to continuously understand problems and improve performancePlan, lead and contribute to on-going stream of CI initiatives as Team Leader and Team MemberProactively develop cross functional and shift-to-shift collaborative relationships to transfer knowledge and drive performance improvementLeadership, Supervision and Individual & Team Development o Provide direct reports with leadership, direction, feedback and coaching to achieve work objectives and improve performance and skillsAchieve manufacturing objectives by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; initiating, coordinating, and enforcing systems, policies and procedures.Develop individual and team capability using skill assessment, coaching, training, developing personal growth opportunities and performance management toolsCompliance with Regulatory, Company and Industry Best Practice Operating and Safety Requirements:Satisfy safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of all control points, equipment and resources; maintaining compliance with established policies and procedures.Monitor & Maintain Employee, Equipment and Facility compliance with Regulatory and Company requirements for Human Safety and Food SafetyBudgeting and Management of Line/Department Resources & ExpensesPlan and build budgets for operation, maintenance, major repairs and improvementsEffectively manage Line/Department Operating, Maintenance and Labor ExpensesQualifications:Bachelor or Associate technical degree preferred – combination of education and/or experience equivalent required3 to 5+ years of related work experience in an industrial food manufacturing operation; prior supervisory experience strongly preferredDemonstrated strong leadership, team and teambuilding skillsExperience with Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing initiatives and toolsStrong analytical, trouble shooting, conflict resolution and problem-solving skillsStrong oral and written communication skills.Ability to work with individuals and groups of diverse backgrounds and with varying education and expertise levelsProficient with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook and basic mathematical skills.Effective planning, organizing and priority setting skills.Shift flexibility including extended hours, weekends and holidays when requiredAbout Dessert HoldingsDessert Holdings is a collection of premium dessert companies and brands: The Original Cakerie, Lawler's Desserts, Atlanta Cheesecake Company, Steven Charles, Dianne's Fine Desserts, Kenny's Great Pies, and Willamette Valley Pie Company. Dessert Holdings is owned by Bain Capital, is headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota, employs more than 3,500 people across ten manufacturing facilities, and is continuing its journey of rapid growth.EEO StatementDessert Holdings and its related entities provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristics protected by law.