Assistant Production Supervisor- 2nd Shift

Fresh Express Salads; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresh Express Salads is seeking an Assistant Production Supervisor to support shift start-up, meet customer demands, and coordinate people and materials on the production floor. You will help supervise finished goods manufacturing, ensuring quality, safety, yield, line efficiency, and productivity.

The role involves supervising packaging lines, troubleshooting equipment, managing line components, and training operators in a fast-paced, cold environment.

Qualifications

• Some college or vocational training preferred.
• Two+ years related experience or equivalent food processing experience and GMP knowledge.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of production processes and quality control.
• Familiar with machines, tools, repair and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and participates in set-up, sanitation, operation, and routine maintenance of packaging lines and supporting equipment.
• Troubleshoots packaging equipment problems.
• Ensures lines are supplied with all necessary components.
• Keeps inventory of packaging components and confirms adequacy for line run.
• Inspects coding machines to verify code numbers match lots.
• Assigns packaging personnel to line positions and cleanup duties at shift start.
• Trains packaging machine operators and line equipment operators.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

Some college or vocational school preferred

Job description

The Assistant Production Supervisor is responsible for assisting in shift start-up, fulfillment of customer demands, and coordination of people and materials. This individual will assist in the supervision of the production of finished goods in keeping with the standards established regarding quality of product, safety of operations, yield, line efficiency, and productivity.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervises and participates in set-up, sanitation, operation, and routine maintenance of packaging lines and supporting equipment/systems.
• Responsible for trouble shooting packaging equipment problems
• Ensures that lines are supplied with all necessary components
• Keeps inventory on packaging components and confirms there are enough components for the line to run completely
• Inspects coding machines to ensure code number is in reference to lot number
• Assigns packaging personnel to positions on the lines at the beginning of the shift
• Assigns packaging personnel clean up duties
• Train packaging machine operators and line equipment operators

Qualifications:

• Some college or vocational school preferred
• Two or more years related experience or equivalent food processing experience and GMP knowledge is plus
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
• Knowledge of production processes, quality control, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Basic computer skills required.
• Highly-motivated person who is able to multi-task in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
• Team-oriented with good interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work during days, nights and weekends as necessary
• Work in a cold environment at 34 degrees

Other Information:

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed, as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.