Production Supervisor

151-Food; Bellmawr (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

151-Food is seeking a Production Supervisor to provide front-line leadership for one or more production lines from mixing to baking. You will motivate and develop frontline employees to achieve outstanding manufacturing results, focusing on safety, quality, and efficiency.

You will drive continuous improvement, manage shift performance, ensure compliance with HACCP, Food GMPs and OSHA, and coordinate with maintenance to meet KPIs in a fast-paced bakery environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years supervisory experience in food manufacturing.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant food field preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of HACCP, Food GMPs, and OSHA regulations.
• Ability to work long 10+ hour shifts and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide front-line leadership across production lines to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals.
• Coach, train, and develop a diverse workforce; conduct shift huddles.
• Ensure safety, food safety, and sanitation policies are followed.
• Drive continuous improvement and reduce downtime.
• Collaborate with maintenance and other departments to meet KPIs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Multitasking

Coaching

Problem solving

Data analysis

KPI awareness

Excel

OSHA regulations

HACCP knowledge

Food GMPs

Education

Bachelor's degree in a food-related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

The role of the Production Supervisor is to provide manufacturing front-line leadership to one or more production lines from mixing to baking. The Supervisor is responsible for leading, motivating and developing front-line employees within their area of responsibility to achieve outstanding manufacturing results. This is done through enhancing teamwork, effective communications, actively listening to employees, and driving change. Additionally, the Production Supervisor must focus on safety, quality assurance, process efficiency and continuous improvement, and meeting customer expectations.PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIESSupport without hesitation General Plant Safety, Food Safety, Food Defense Initiatives and Good Manufacturing Practices with an understanding that these are absolutes and are Priority #1.Responsible for the safety of every employee making sure that all safety procedures are being followed and non-compliance is addressed appropriately.Responsible to ensure that all Food Safety policies and procedures are being followed and non-compliance is addressed appropriately.Understands the HACCP Plan and ensures compliance and education of team with requirementsComplete a Safety Incident Report and/or Food Safety Incident Report if an incident is to occur and ensure that the report is completed and submitted before the end of the shiftKnow where emergency STOP, and START/STOP buttons are located and ensure all Lock Out/Tag Out procedures for machine are followed when necessaryProvide business and technical leadership necessary to ensure the production line(s) meets and/or exceed goals in critical manufacturing success areas of Safety, Food Safety, Quality, Delivery and CostPerform as a front-line leader in a complex food manufacturing facility, providing motivation, training, coaching, support, inspiration and direction to diverse work forceWork and/or attend meetings during other shifts (including off-shifts and/or weekends) as necessaryEstablish and sustain positive employee relations through effective communications with all employees in order to foster an environment where innovation and cooperation are used to solve problemsPromote positive employee and labor relations in a Union environment through effective conflict management and issue resolutionProvide effective, timely and fair performance and discipline feedback to team members and document as neededMust be able to track daily results to ensure appropriate and immediate actions are taken to achieve business goals and objectivesEnforces compliance and drives accountability with company policies, procedures, and operational standards by effectively communicating expectations and changes to teams and holding the team accountable to those standardsDevelops Action Plans to address opportunities for reducing unplanned downtime and waste within the BakeryPrepare, maintain and finalize all necessary paperwork for shiftEnsure employees are maintaining a clean work area and that they are cleaning throughout the shift.Coordinates and Audits Job Instruction training for team membersConducts shift huddles and provides feedback for Team MembersTrains, retrains and cross trains all team membersConfirm readiness of area for next shift and supervisorCompletes other duties as assignedOptimizing production equipment and processes using continuous improvement solutions designed to meet and exceed production standards and objectivesDevelops Action Plans to address opportunities for reducing unplanned downtime and waste within their Line/ShiftConfirms production line(s) is properly shutdown, cleaned and reset for next shiftAddresses all maintenance and sanitation needs immediately to ensure effective line operations with minimal waste.Works seamlessly with operational counterparts to ensure that key performance indicators related to production performance are positively impactedAble to perform as a backup to peer supervisor(s) and/or Shift Manager when necessaryREQUIRED BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIESBuilds Trust - Interacts with others in a way that gives them confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization.Initiates Action – Takes prompt action to accomplish objectives; takes action to achieve goals beyond what is required; is proactive.Adaptability – Maintains effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment; adjusts effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures.Build Partnerships – Identifies opportunities and takes action to build strategic relationships between one’s area and other areas, teams, departments, units, or organizations to help achieve business goals.Strategic Decision Making – Obtains information and identifies key issues and relationships relevant to achieving a long-range goal or visions; commits to a course of action to accomplish a long-range goal or vision.Contributes to Team Success – Actively participates as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals.KNOWLEDGE / SKILLSStrong leadership skills to include but not limited to strong communication and listening skills, team building, multitasking, and coaching skills.Self-starter with the ability to prioritize, organize, and simplifyStrong written and verbal communication skillsDemonstrated problem solving and strong decision-making skills with the ability to prioritize with a sense of urgency and take appropriate action when necessaryKnowledge of OSHA regulations, HACCP and Food GMPs (in a bakery environment preferred)Understanding of sanitation, food handling, and food safety practices in a manufacturing environment preferredAbility to work long shifts of 10 hours or more, including days or nights, and some weekendsDemonstrated cost management/reductionDemonstrated expertise in multi-tasking, handling projects and meeting deadlines in a complex manufacturing environmentStrong interpersonal skills demonstrating dignity, respect, candor and commitmentEffective use of key performance indicators and data analysis to drive resultsProficient in computer skills (Microsoft excel, word, outlook and experience with ERP systems)EDUCATIONBachelor’s degree in relevant food related field preferredEXPERIENCE REQUIRED5+ years related experience including experience in a supervisory capacityExperience in a food manufacturing environment preferredPHYSICAL DEMANDSWork requires some physical strain such as long periods of standing, bending, pushing, pulling and lifting overhead. Must be able to lift approximately 30 pounds over head.WORK ENVIRONMENTWorking around power equipment, slippery floors and dusty areas. Very hot conditions in some areas during summer season. Protective clothing such as uniform, gloves and slip resistant shoes may be required.