Production Supervisor

Production Supervisor - 3rd ShiftABOUT THE JOBThe Production Supervisor oversees the day-to-day activities of liquid products operations to meet GSF objectives and achieve a high level of customer satisfaction.WHAT YOU'LL DOSupervises the daily activities of assigned staff, providing instructions and performance feedback to ensure that productivity and quality objectives are met or exceeded.Identifies and resolves process and equipment problems, using available resources to maintain productivity and quality.Implements approaches to improve quality and productivity by developing new ideas, improving processes, and planning for upcoming equipment or process changes.Routinely informs and communicates with employees to promote smooth operations, enhance their understanding of GSF policies and objectives, and to ensure compliance with established production policies and procedures.Drive Daily Management Systems to deliver improved results every shift, every dayOwn the Incident Elimination, Clean Inspect Lube (CIL) management, and Defect Handling DMS'sEnsure any safety / quality / food safety behavior & condition issues are resolved quicklyOwn the scorecard, gap analysis, & action planning processes for the lineDrive effective operational reviews (shift hand-off, shiftly ops review, daily ops review)Eliminate barriers for the line teams to achieve results and enroll support groups when necessaryResponsible for administration of people management systems (staffing, training, etc)Communication - ensure the teams are receiving the right informationDrive Continuous Improvement of systems and resultsSuccessful delivery of initiativesDevelop individual capability in Operator Driven Reliability (ODR) standard work processesUsing problem solving skills and root cause analysis to resolve and/or mitigate operational issuesPerforms other related and assigned duties as necessary.LEADERSHIP/MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITYLeads up to 50 mostly hourly employeesTour Leadership (Coaching team on standards execution)Coach the teams on keeping the line at base conditionDepartment level system ownership (could also own a site level system)Be a coach for the teams on the use of GPS (IWS) tools to solve problems (Why Why, Basic Problem Solving, etc.)Escalate issues that need further attention properlyDemonstrate the GSF Creed and ValuesPERFORMANCE CATEGORIESProductivity/quality standards: accuracy, timeliness, thoroughnessProductivity/quality standards: production and process efficiency and qualityProductivity/quality standards: continuous product/process improvementAttendance and punctualityBudgetCost containmentTeamwork within the department and across departmentsProject/assignment standardsCustomer satisfactionVendor relationsSafety standards and procedures: employeesWHAT YOU'LL NEEDEducation/Certification:Experience sufficientExperience :2 years of relevant work experience in a food-manufacturing environment with lead or supervisory experience.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Food safety concepts and techniquesBudgetary concepts and proceduresEngineering concepts and proceduresPC word processing/spreadsheet softwareQuality concepts and proceduresSkill and ability to:Supervise and motivate employees in a team-based environmentIdentify problems or irregularities for early resolutionCommunicate and coordinate effectively with employees verbally and in writingCommunicate and coordinate effectively with internal and external customersWork effectively in a general business environment, with a focus on high levels of quality and customer serviceAct in accordance with GSF’s Values and CreedPhysical Requirements:Ability to wear personal protective equipment and/or clothingStand/walk 8 or more hours per dayConstantly twist/turn and talk/hearFrequently squat, bend, reach, handle/finger, grip/grasp and use fine motor tasksOccasionally lift up to 25 lbs from floor to shoulder level and carry 30 feetSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and color visionEnvironmental/Atmospheric Conditions:Constantly work in damp, wet, humid and slippery environmentsConstantly work near moving machineryConstantly work in cold (35-40 degrees)Constantly work in high noise levels requiring hearing protectionMachines/Tools/Equipment/Software:Bump cap, hair net, safety glasses, hearing protection, and smock.Rubber and cotton gloves.Knowledge of equipment on the production line you are responsible forAdvanced level of computer skillsWHY JOIN US Golden State Foods (GSF) is one of the largest diversified suppliers in the food industry, manufacturing a range of products including sauces, dressings, condiments, syrups, and toppings for leading restaurant and retail brands.Join GSF and grow your career with a global food industry leader who:People First: At Golden State Foods, we're not just a company; we're a dynamic community where your talents are celebrated, and your ambitions are nurtured.Values Driven: Our core values drive everything we do, creating a culture of innovation, integrity, and excellence. But we're not content with just being great; we strive for greatness in every aspect of our work.People Development: At GSF we strive to continually develop our people to prepare us all for the needs of tomorrow.Philanthropy & Sustainability: We're committed to making a difference beyond our walls through philanthropy and sustainability efforts across all our locations around the globe.Extensive Benefits: Golden State Foods believes in a holistic approach to wellness focusing on the whole person with benefits that support those needs.Equal Opportunity Employer: We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our company values diverse perspectives and is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace where every person is supported and empowered to thrive.