Production Supervisor: Lean Ops Leader

Shenandoah Valley Organic, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

weekly payroll

paid time off and sick leave

semi-subsidized medical coverage

dental and vision plan options

a 401(k) plan with company match

education reimbursement opportunities

employee assistance programs (EAP)

internal learning, development, and/or

Job summary

Farmer Focus is seeking a Production Supervisor for the Liberty Plant on 1st shift. You will lead ~40 team members on the trim line, ensuring GMP, HACCP and quality standards are met while maintaining safe, efficient production.

The role requires coordinating with maintenance, USDA representatives and management to drive continuous improvement, lean practices and strong production performance. Must pass background checks and be authorized to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Two years of proven supervisory experience in process optimization, operations, or business management.
• Ability to recognize changes in the production environment and respond appropriately.
• Demonstrated positive attitude and uncompromising regard for quality.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and work effectively with a variety of team members.
• Demonstrated ability to guide others effectively and positively influence the attitude and performance of team members.
• Bilingual English and Spanish skills preferred but not required.
• Experience in food manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to champion safety, quality, and GMP standards as needed.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodation.
• New team members must be able to pass a drug, alcohol and background screening post-offer and prior to the start of their employment.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of their third day of work.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate production line work with team members to meet production orders and maintain product quality standards.
• Maintain department performance within standards for efficient use of people, materials, and production resources.
• Maintain and report production-related information, including yields, efficiencies, and labor utilization, to the Superintendent.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in materials and processes, including lean manufacturing and total quality management practices.
• Ensure production processes and products adhere to GMP standards, customer specifications, and the company’s HACCP Plan, including required HACCP recordkeeping.
• Partner with maintenance staff and outside vendors, in consultation with the Maintenance Manager and Plant Manager, to ensure equipment and work areas are maintained and operating safely, continuously, and efficiently.
• Establish and maintain appropriate working relationships with management personnel and USDA representatives.
• Establish department performance norms and standards while staying current with developments in management and process optimization.
• Mentor, motivate, train, and develop approximately 40 team members to optimize performance, engagement, and personal growth.
• Communicate performance standards, recognize and reward individual and team accomplishments, and counsel team members on performance concerns.
• Communicate and enforce compliance with company standards and procedures, quality standards, GMPs, HACCP procedures, and safety regulations and practices.
• Manage staffing, line coverage, attendance, team meetings, team member training, and required documentation.

Job description

Farmer Focus is seeking a Production Supervisor for the Liberty Plant on 1st shift. You will lead ~40 team members on the trim line, ensuring GMP, HACCP and quality standards are met while maintaining safe, efficient production.

The role requires coordinating with maintenance, USDA representatives and management to drive continuous improvement, lean practices and strong production performance. Must pass background checks and be authorized to work in the United States.