PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR 2nd SHIFT

HP Hood; Agawam, New York (MA, NY); On-site; USD 76,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a self-driven leader to enhance their production team. This role involves overseeing operations, ensuring safety compliance, and fostering a collaborative environment. With a commitment to quality and innovation, this position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including health and wellness programs. Join a company that values diversity and promotes teamwork, where your contributions will directly impact operational success and customer satisfaction. If you are passionate about driving results in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Wellness Programs

Employee Discounts

401(k) Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Ongoing Development

Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• 5-7 years in milk/food production, with 3 years in a supervisory role.
• Experience with inventory management systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for production and filling employees, including scheduling and training.
• Promote safety and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Inventory Management

Coaching and Motivation

Safety Compliance

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Excel

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Are you a self-driven individual seeking to advance your career as a high-impact team member? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

At HP Hood LLC, we celebrate diversity and foster an inclusive work environment that values different backgrounds, experiences, thoughts, and perspectives. We believe we are at our best when we respect and value each other — One Team, One Company!

Our culture is built on commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration, promoting employee engagement, teamwork, safety, and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, 401(k) matching, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities, and more. This position is also eligible for our bonus program.

Founded in 1846, Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States, with a portfolio including Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat, and others.

Estimated Pay Range: $76,000 - $85,500.

Core Hours: 1:00 pm to 9:30 pm (Monday - Friday)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Provide leadership for Production, Filling, Receiving, and Blow Mold employees, including shift scheduling, team building, motivation, training, conflict resolution, performance evaluations, attendance monitoring, and disciplinary actions as needed.
2. Promote safety by leading the team in safety programs, identifying and eliminating risks, and encouraging safe work habits.
3. Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and GMPs.
4. Collaborate with production control, customer service, and warehousing to meet order fulfillment requirements accurately and timely.
5. Maintain customer satisfaction regarding quality and accuracy while optimizing operational efficiencies.
6. Manage inventory, conduct shift start meetings, develop and implement training, oversee housekeeping, and address filling errors with corrective actions.
7. Ensure equipment is properly maintained and operational, working with maintenance on machinery issues.
8. Perform additional duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

1. 5-7 years of experience in milk/food production, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role.
2. Experience with inventory management systems.
3. Bachelor's degree preferred.

Skills and Competencies:

1. Self-motivated with the ability to coach and motivate others positively.
2. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, comfortable speaking before groups.
3. Proficient in MS Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Other Information:

Working Conditions:

• Factory environment with varying noise and heat levels.
• Occasional opportunity for varied work routines.

Physical Demands:

• Stand for long periods (minimum 6 hours).
• Sit occasionally for short periods.
• Walk frequently.
• Bend and twist occasionally.
• Lift light loads (<30 lbs) infrequently.
• Carry light loads (30-50 lbs) over short distances.
• Pushing/Pulling up to 75 lbs infrequently without assistance.

SQF Responsibilities:

• Maintain food safety and quality, ensuring a sanitary work environment.
• Maintain documentation and Food Defense and Emergency Preparedness programs.
• Report food safety issues promptly.
• Backup support for other supervisors and the Production Manager.

HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming Female, Minority, Veteran, and Disabled applicants.