Assistant Production Supervisor

Old Dutch Foods, Inc.; Roseville (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated 2nd Shift Assistant Production Supervisor to lead a team in maintaining high production standards. This role involves supervising personnel, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and fostering a collaborative work environment. Ideal candidates will have a background in manufacturing, strong communication skills, and the ability to make quick decisions. Join a company that values teamwork and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance, 401K, and generous paid time off. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in a supportive and dynamic setting.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401K

Pension

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Vacation

Holiday Pay

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing processes and operations.
• Strong communication and leadership skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead production personnel to maintain quality standards.
• Assist with training and enforcing company policies and procedures.
• Handle emergency situations and motivate staff.

Skills

Manufacturing Processes

Communication Skills

Decision-Making

Teamwork

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Old Dutch Foods Inc - Roseville, MN

Salary Range: $26.60 - $28.30 Hourly

Job Shift: 2nd Shift

Description

2nd Shift Assistant Production Supervisor
Location: Old Dutch Foods - Roseville, MN
Hours: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Start Pay: $26.60 - $28.30
Application Deadline: May 30th, 2025

Job Description:
Under the direction of the Production Supervisor, the Assistant Production Supervisor is responsible for supervising and leading production personnel to maintain a standard of quality and quantity safely. The role involves directing, training, and assigning duties for shift employees. This position will also involve performing shift supervisor duties when needed and ensuring adherence to company policies, SQF/HACCP, OSHA, FDA, and EEOC regulations.

Job Duties:

• Assure that the packaging and process machines are running at the company’s standards and proper quality specifications.
• Assist in the direct supervision of shift personnel.
• Help with shift production and sanitation tasks.
• Assist with training, enforcing company practices, policies, and procedures.
• Report any problems that cannot be immediately handled to the production supervisor or manager.
• Recommend or influence decisions related to employee status changes (e.g., hiring, discipline, safety, promotion).
• Assist with coordination of production activities and workflow.
• Accurately and efficiently input daily totals and make production changes in the JDE system.
• Handle emergency situations in a calm and orderly fashion.
• Make sound, quick decisions in the company’s best interest.
• Motivate staff and secure a safe work environment.
• Direct tasks and schedule production staff when needed.
• Assist with packaging and sanitation tasks when necessary.
• Verify that personnel tasks are complete and meet company standards and that required paperwork is properly completed.

Job Qualifications:

• Three years of working experience in manufacturing processes and operations.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, HACCP/SQF, and company policies.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong communication and decision-making abilities, along with excellent people skills.
• Ability to be a team player and motivate staff.

Essential Job Functions:

• Motivate staff to work together to minimize downtime on packaging machines.
• Spend 70% of the workday maneuvering around machinery and 95% of the workday on the production floor.
• Climb ladders/stairs as needed throughout the day.
• Able to lift and carry loads weighing up to 35 pounds.
• Motivate and train staff to effectively clean and sanitize production equipment.
• Defuse potentially volatile situations.
• Maneuver cautiously on slippery floor surfaces.
• Work on elevated platforms.
• Work in hot, humid, cold, noisy, wet, and odorous environments.
• Communicate respectfully with others.
• Complete safety training and adhere to requirements, directing others as necessary.
• Work up to 60 hours per week with dependable attendance.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse employee population.
• Strong decision-making and leadership skills.
• Ability to take on responsibility.

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Health Saving Account (HSA)
• Dental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dependent Care Account (DCA)
• Life Insurance
• 401K
• Pension
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Holiday Pay
• Personal Holiday
• Vacation
• Funeral Leave
• Jury Duty

Above description is not inclusive of all job duties and is subject to change. Qualified candidates must be able to perform essential job functions with or without accommodation.

To be considered for this position, candidates must submit a completed application. Please note that we kindly request that applicants refrain from calling to inquire about the status of their application. If your qualifications meet the requirements of the role, we will contact you directly.

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