Production Foreman Mon-Fri 4:00pm-12:30am

Northern Gold Foods Ltd; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Production Foreman to lead a dynamic team in a climate-controlled facility. This role involves overseeing production activities, ensuring quality control, and managing a 24/7 operation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing, particularly in food processing, and possess excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Join a forward-thinking organization that values inclusivity and offers competitive wages and excellent benefits. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a growing company, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a supervisory role in manufacturing, preferably food processing.
• Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production activities ensuring quality control and safety.
• Train employees and troubleshoot process issues.

Skills

Team Building

Problem Solving

Time Management

Mechanical Aptitude

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Experience in Food Processing

Tools

MS Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Stay comfortable at Northern Gold Foods!! We are a climate-controlled facility. Northern Gold Foods (USA) is an innovative company that is continuing to grow and expand. We are a leading manufacturer of a wide range of healthy and great tasting breakfast and snack products. We're looking for a Production Foreman at our facility in Junction City. We offer excellent benefits and a competitive wage.

POSITION: Production Foreman

REPORTS: Production Management

SUMMARY: The primary responsibility of this position is to oversee the coordination of production activities within the facility.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Carrying out production objectives while meeting strict quality control standards and ensuring a safe working environment.
• Production reporting: including efficiency, waste and time management.
• Able to generate reports from production reports.
• Employee training, identification of talent and areas for improvement
• Troubleshooting process issues and executing corrective actions.
• Successfully learn functionality and flow of production equipment and processes
• Liaising with other Supervisors and departments including Quality Control and Maintenance and warehouse.
• Supervise within a 24/7 operation, including nights and weekends.
• Other tasked as assigned.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• A minimum of 3 years' experience in a supervisory or lead hand role in a manufacturing environment; preference will be given to candidates with direct experience in the food processing industry.
• Proficient in MS office, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated superior decision making and problem-solving abilities.
• Able to work successfully in team building and independent problem solving
• Efficiency in time management and prioritizing urgency of given situations
• Strong record of working with tight deadlines and high volumes of product.
• Highly motivated and efficient while possessing both interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proven mechanical aptitude; and basic troubleshooting skills
• Adept at working directly with production personnel in a professional manner

• Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices and HACCP as it relates to food production

• Ability to speak, read and write English fluently as it pertains to fulfilling job requirements

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Standing and walking up to 8 hours
• Lifting and carry 25 to 50 lbs.
• Continually bending, stooping, twisting, use arms, wrists and hands (including grasping and squeezing) throughout shift
• Occasionally kneeling, reaching above the shoulder, working at heights and climbing steps with ingredients weighing 25 to 50 lbs.

WORK CONDITIONS:

• Candidates must be willing to cross-training on various line positions
• Role will require shift flexibility
• Must be available to work overtime hours if needed
• Operation is located in a manufacturing facility and attached warehouse

Northern Gold Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.