Production Supervisor

Saputo; Murray (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Development opportunities

Competitive compensation and benefits

Community involvement opportunities

Saputo values and employee care

Job summary

Saputo, a leading US dairy processor, seeks a production supervisor to lead assigned staff, ensure safety, quality, and efficiency, and coordinate with plant management to meet production schedules.

You will train staff, enforce GMP and quality policies, complete records, and drive continuous improvement while working weekends as needed; compensation range is $70,000–$80,000 with benefits.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Operations Management or equivalent experience.
• 1–3 years of supervisory experience in a food packaging environment.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and computer-based applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, organization, and detail orientation.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Direct and monitor work of supervised staff to maximize productivity in the plant.
• Ensure procedures for production efficiency, quality, safety, and compliance with guidelines are followed.
• Inspect products for conformance to specifications and adjust machines as needed.
• Coordinate production schedules and estimate worker hour requirements for runs.
• Train employees on job and safety protocols; monitor performance and provide feedback.
• Maintain records and prepare reports; support continuous improvement efforts.
• Collaborate with other supervisors to coordinate inter-department activities.
• Support policy adherence and disciplinary actions in partnership with HR.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Good Manufacturing Practices

Microsoft Office

Safety Policies & Procedures

Communication skills

Team leadership

Budget understanding

Flexible hours

Education

Associate's degree in Operations Management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

How You Will Make Contributions That Matter

Job Summary:

• Works with plant management and other supervisory staff to assign, direct, review and monitor work of supervised staff to maximize productivity in the plant.
• Ensures proper procedures are in place and being followed for production efficiency, quality of product, employee safety, and state and federal guidelines.
• Inspects products to verify conformance to specifications and directs setup and adjustments to machines.
• Coordinates production schedules and estimates worker hour requirements for completion of production run assignments.
• Evaluates needs in production for daily assignment of duties; establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules.
• Complete all assigned paperwork, including but not limited to, production/packaging records, Master Cleaning Sanitation Lists, schedules, accident reports and investigations, and any other documents.
• Coordinate and conduct employee training (i.e. job, safety, etc.) and monitor work performance.
• Recommends improvements to production methods, equipment performance and quality of product.
• Analyzes and resolves work problems, or assists workers in solving work problems.
• Maintains time and production records as required.
• Collaborates with other supervisors to coordinate activities of individual departments.
• Provides supervision of assigned employees in scheduling and daily activities, ensuring effective selection, retention, feedback, disciplinary action and performance management. If a collective bargaining agreement exists, may participate in grievances solutions or other contract related activities and discussions.
• Ensure consistent application of company policies and procedures. Support employee progressive disciplinary action activities in partnership with Human Resources.
• Promote safety programs and policies in order to reduce the number of safety incidents and near-misses.
• Trains and instructs employees regarding production and equipment standards and processes. Oversees instruction, implementation and enforcement of policies as they relate to employees.
• Engages in the typical responsibilities of a manager requiring planning, evaluating, organizing, integrating and delegating.
• Adhere to the Saputo code of ethics and actively apply the Saputo values.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

You Are Best Suited For The Role If You Have The Following Experience, Skills, and Qualifications

• A minimum of an Associate's degree in Operations Management, or equivalent experience.
• One to three years of supervisory experience in a food packaging environment preferred.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Experience leading and following Safety/Security Policies and Procedures.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and computer-based applications.
• Ability to follow all Sanitation and Quality Policies and Procedures, and report and follow through on deficiencies.
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
• Skill in organization and prioritization, and attention to detail.
• Strong team player and leader with the ability to work across multiple functions and disciplines.
• Ability to select, lead, coach, influence, motivate, develop, engage and retain a team of employees.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to understand cost containment and budgetary principles.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends in support of plant operations.

We Support and Care For Our Employees By Providing Them With...

• Development opportunities that enhance their career fulfillment
• Meaningful compensation & benefits that help them care for their families.
• Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products.
• Compensation: $70,000 - $80,000 (qualifications / experience)

In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre , Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors.

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