Production Supervisor - 3rd Shift - Dairy Manufacturing

Swiss Premium Dairy, LLC; Lebanon, Northern (Lebanon County, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Swiss Premium Dairy is seeking a Production Supervisor for the 3rd shift to oversee dairy manufacturing operations. You will provide direction to production staff, ensure workloads align with daily goals, and coordinate with maintenance to keep equipment running safely and efficiently.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and GMP compliance; you will monitor milk receiving, standardization, pasteurization, packaging and related processes, mentor team members, perform timekeeping reviews, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2–5 years of manufacturing experience, preferably in dairy/food.
• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience.
• Certification and/or license may be required during course of employment.

Responsibilities

• Schedule, assign work, and provide clear direction to production employees to meet daily goals.
• Monitor operations (milk receiving, standardizing, pasteurization, separating, freezing, filling, packaging) to ensure standards.
• Monitor and coordinate equipment cleaning, sanitization and maintenance; arrange repairs as needed.
• Promote safe work behaviors; conduct injury investigations and report to HR.
• Supervise production scheduling to ensure appropriate quantities and varieties to fulfill orders.
• Communicate with shift team; conduct meetings; complete performance evaluations and coaching.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

English proficiency

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Production scheduling software

Job description

Production Supervisor - 3rd Shift - Dairy Manufacturing

#37785

Company

Swiss Premium Dairy

Description

General Purpose

Provide work direction and supervision to production employees within the guidelines of standard work rules, union contract provisions (if applicable), and employment policies. Monitor all stages of the production process and ensure accurate processing of product and/or fulfillment of customer orders through appropriate production scheduling. Hold self and others accountable for promoting safety rules and regulations and act in accordance with the requirements for food safety and quality. Ensure that the production process flows smoothly, and daily production goals are met. Function as a resource and point of escalation to direct reports. Coach, mentor, and provide performance development opportunities to team members on an ongoing basis.

Job Duties and ResponsibilitIes

• Schedule, assign work, and provide clear direction to production employees. Ensure that the production process flows smoothly, and daily production goals are met
• Monitor operations activities (milk receiving, standardizing, pasteurization, separating, freezing, cooling, filling, mixing, packaging, storing, etc.) to ensure that plant production and quality standards are met
• Monitor the equipment used in production processes to ensure that equipment is functioning efficiently and is properly cleaned and sanitized. Arrange for timely repair/resolution of equipment failures
• Actively promote safe work behaviors and hold self and direct reports accountable for following safety rules and regulations. Conduct accident/injury investigations and send reports of injury to HR in a timely manner to meet rapid reporting standards. May coordinate and/or facilitate plant safety meetings and training
• Understand and fulfill the requirements and regulations for food safety and quality. Administer policies, procedures and programs related to operations
• Supervise production scheduling so appropriate quantities and varieties of product are produced to fill orders, meet demand, meet productivity goals, etc. Ensure materials (e.g., ingredients, packaging) are appropriately staged for next production runs
• Proactively look for ways to increase operational efficiency and contain costs
• Work effectively with employees to promote positive and productive working relationships. Effectively apply work rules, union contract provisions (if applicable), and employment policies. Administer discipline consistently and fairly. Work with Human Resources and plant management to resolve employee grievances
• Actively communicate with employees through shift meetings and informal methods
• Complete supervisory activities such as administering employee promotions and transfers; reviewing and editing employee timekeeping; completing performance evaluations; mentoring, training, and coaching employees
• Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all company, state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all company regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required.Other duties may be assigned as required

Requirements

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2 to 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably food and/or beverage manufacturing
• Demonstrated leadership aptitude, team lead experience, or supervisory experience
• Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of manufacturing process flow and importance to process
• Knowledge of continuous improvement models
• Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems
• Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Able to work in collaboration effectively and foster good teamwork
• Able to interact positively and work effectively with others (interpersonal skills)
• Able to think and use independent judgment in planning and organizing multiple tasks and information
• Able to demonstrate initiative and follow through on day-to-day responsibilities
• Must be able to read, write and speak English

Reporting to this Position

• Production and operations staff

backup support to position(s)

• Manager

Travel

5%-15% (1-3 times per year)

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

Pay Range

$75,000-$85,000

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

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