Operations Supervisor 2nd Shift

GSF; Opelika, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Golden State Foods is seeking a production supervisor-level leader to oversee beef processing activities, directing supervisors and frontline teams to meet productivity and quality goals.

The role emphasizes safety, continuous improvement, and effective communication with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory compliance and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• AA degree in food science or business administration from an accredited program.
• 3–6 years of relevant manufacturing experience with lead or supervisory responsibilities.
• Knowledge of beef processing, supervisory concepts, food safety, budgeting, and basic PC software.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates day-to-day beef processing/cooked operations to meet productivity and quality objectives.
• Supervises daily activities of production supervisors; provides instruction and feedback.
• Identify and resolve process issues; coordinate with QA, sanitation, and maintenance to maintain safety and quality.

Skills

Beef processing

Supervisory concepts

Food safety

Budget concepts

PC software

Communication

Education

AA degree in food science or business administration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Word processing

Job description

Description

ABOUT GOLDEN STATE FOODS

Golden State Foods is a distinguished leader in the food service industry, offering an extensive array of products and services to a diverse clientele. Rooted in the values of quality service and integrity, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where employees can advance, innovate, and contribute to our ongoing success.

JOB SUMMARY:

Oversees and provides direction for the production supervisors and lead persons concerning the day-to-day activities of beef processing operations in order to meet GSF objectives and achieve a high level of customer satisfaction.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Coordinates and monitors day-to-day beef processing/cooked operations, analyzing operations, taking corrective action, providing constructive feedback and monitoring cost and expenses, to achieve meat division and GSF productivity and quality objectives and to ensure compliance with GSF and regulatory agency regulations. (50%)
2. Supervises the daily activities of production supervisors, providing instruction, training and performance feedback to ensure production efficiency and quality objectives are met or exceeded. (10%)
3. Identify and resolve process operational issues, facilitate equipment problems, maintain quality, productivity and safety utilizing available resources (QA/Sanitation/Maintenance Supervisors) (10%)
4. Enforce safety standards and quality procedures to ensure that department and GSF safety rules and quality specifications are adhered to. (10%)
5. Implement continuous improvement initiatives to improve quality and productivity by developing new ideas, process improvement, and planning for upcoming equipment or process changes. (10%)
6. Routinely informs and communicates with all meat department resources (Director/Manager/QA/ Sanitation/Maintenance) to promote smooth operations, enhance their understanding of GSF policies and objectives, and to ensure compliance with established production policies and procedures. (10%)
7. Performs other related and assigned duties as necessary.

LEADERSHIP/MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

Oversee the day-to-day floor operations for up to 50 subordinates, the accuracy of inventories, production scheduling, safety, efficiency, and analysis needed to maintain the operations at a high level of efficiency, productivity and quality.

PERFORMANCE CATEGORIES

• Productivity/quality standards: accuracy, timeliness, thoroughness
• Productivity/quality standards: production and process efficiency and quality
• Productivity/quality standards: continuous product/process improvement
• Recruitment and selection of employees
• Department KPIs
• Cost containment
• Teamwork within the department and across departments
• Customer satisfaction
• Employee satisfaction
• Vendor relations
• Safety standards and procedures: all associates
• Safety standards and procedures: food
• Proper inventory levels/ratios of raw materials/finished goods/production supplies

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and experience equivalent to:

Education/Certification:

AA degree in food science or business administration from an accredited vocational, technical or junior college institution

Experience:

3 to 6 years of relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment with lead or supervisory experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of (B/basic; J/journey; E/expert):

• Beef processing and formulation concepts and techniques (E)
• Supervisory concepts and procedures (J)
• Food safety concepts and techniques (J)
• Budgetary concepts and procedures (B)
• PC word processing/spreadsheet software (B)

Skill and ability to:

• Supervise and motivate subordinate managers and associates in a team-based environment
• Identify problems or irregularities for early resolution
• Communicate and coordinate effectively with employees verbally and in writing
• Communicate and coordinate effectively with internal and external customers
• Work effectively in a general business environment, with a focus on high levels of quality and customer service
• Act in accordance with GSF's Values and Creed

WHY 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.