Operations Supervisor

General Mills Operations, LLC.; Vernon (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

General Mills on-site in Vernon, CA is seeking an Operations Supervisor to lead a shift, foster teamwork, and drive safe, efficient production. You will manage daily direction, support platform improvements, and ensure quality, safety, and cost targets are met.

Applicants should have 1 year of frontline leadership in manufacturing, a high school diploma, and a collaborative approach. Associate's degree preferred; relocation or sponsorship are not offered.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 1 year leading manufacturing or frontline teams.
• Demonstrated ability to drive results via process improvements.
• Experience reducing losses and improving performance in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety and human safety initiatives on shift, ensuring a culture of safe work.
• Model Engaging Leader behaviors to maximize shift effectiveness and engagement.
• Own platform improvement plan and execute daily direction settings.
• Analyze manufacturing data to support informed decisions and inventory control.
• Provide backup coverage to ensure continuity and efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Manufacturing

Safety culture

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma

Associate's degree (preferred)

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best — bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one another and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what’s next.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Operations Supervisor provides leadership for the whole shift. They establish effective relationships with all employees to foster a team workplace where cooperation, innovation, and manufacturing capabilities are used to solve problems. They drive sustainable performance through leveraging people and process and creating an environment where learning is meaningful for the business and the employee (connected to results, drives out losses, helps build the employee’s capability). The Operations Team Leader leads the operational plan, and they are responsible for the Run results and support the Improve results for their shift. The performance metrics include ownership of Human Safety, Food Safety, Quality, Performance, Cost, and Engagement.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• 20%: Safety Lead food and human safety through Safety 2.0 leadership principles and standards. Cultivate Human Safety Culture that reduces risk to our people and communities by increasing capability to proactively discuss, identify and control risk. Cultivate Food Safety Culture that is committed to manufacturing safe food that is compliant with policy and regulatory requirements.
• 25%: People Leadership Role model Engaging Leader behaviors. Develop and implement strategies to maximize shift team effectiveness (communication and collaboration). Provide clear individual priorities and team goals to deliver platform priorities. Cultivate a positive and supportive team environment to foster employee engagement and retention, including dedicated "floor time" with the team. Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing development and demonstrate a willingness to receive and action feedback for performance improvement. Drive sustainable performance improvement through coaching, development, and capability building of the shift team.
• 25%: Process Leadership & Ownership Driving System Utilization (DSU): Support the creation and execution of the platform improvement plan. Daily Direction Setting (DDS): Responsible for the execution, results and process health of Shift DDS, inclusive of changeovers.
• 25%: Know your Operation, Data & Technology Gain working knowledge to collect, analyze and interpret manufacturing data to make informed decisions (overuse, performance). Build a comprehensive understanding of the production system, equipment and the product transformation process. Develop strong understanding of inventory management principles, material specifications, quality control procedures, and traceability systems for Ingredients, Materials and Finished Products. Deepen understanding of daily management and process ownership across the team (examples: DH, CL, CIL, etc.). Secure fluency of Theory of Operation (TOO) and Problem-Solving tools and processes (IR, UPS, QCO). Increase proficiency in labor and creating, maintaining, and utilizing a training/skills matrix to identify skill gaps, develop training plans and track employee progress.
• 5% Back-Up Coverage This position will provide backup support as needed, ensuring business continuity and operational efficiency.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 1 year of manufacturing or frontline leadership experience
• High School degree required
• Demonstrated leadership and working in a highly collaborative environment
• Success in driving results through process and teamwork
• Proven success reducing losses and improving performance in a manufacturing setting
• Demonstrated technical capability and knowledge of unit operations and machinery (at least one production platform)
• Skilled at communicating between work groups, cross-functional resources, and other members of the plant

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's degree preferred
• 2 years of manufacturing or frontline leadership experience

ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS

International relocation or international remote working arrangements (outside of the US) will not be considered. Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. General Mills will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.

SALARY RANGE

The salary range for this position is: $71,300 - $107,000 Annual

At General Mills we strive for each employee's pay at any point in their career to reflect their experiences performance and skills for their current role. The salary range for this role represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, educations, skills, work experience, certifications, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range. Beyond base salary, General Mills offers a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support and perks. Benefits may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors. You may also be eligible to participate in an annual incentive program. An incentive award, if any, depends on various factors, including, individual and organizational performance.

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must meet a minimum 18-year age qualification.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)

General Mills is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or familial status, status regarding public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION REQUEST

If you need to request an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please fill out our online accommodation request form by following this link: Accommodation Request.

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