Production Supervisor - Spice Room

Ventura Foods; Chambersburg (Franklin County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative firm in the food manufacturing industry as a Production Supervisor. This role is pivotal in ensuring production goals are met while maintaining quality and safety standards. You will lead a team, manage schedules, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. With a commitment to employee growth and a safe working environment, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic setting. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about food safety and quality, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Profit Sharing and 401(k) matching

Paid Vacation

Sick Time

Holidays

Employee Appreciation Events

Employee Assistance Programs

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a front line supervisor in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, and sanitation practices is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Plan and delegate work assignments to meet production goals.
• Monitor job performance and resolve production issues.

Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Coaching Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Tools

Standard Office Equipment

Standard Software Applications

Job description

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Responsible for activities in production area(s) to meet production goals, quality and cost objectives. Provides direction to employees according to established policies and management guidance. This position requires direction of separate production rooms staffed by hourly employees.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize, and delegate work assignments to accommodate departmental schedules and to best utilize manpower and equipment and thereby meeting OEE efficiencies and striving for continual improvement within department.
• Provide direction to production personnel and monitor job performance. Communicate with personnel on any schedule changes and assist them in resolving production issues to ensure customer orders are completed on time.
• Communicate, in a timely manner, with production manager, scheduler, and other management staff status of production progress keeping them appraised of any issues that may impact order completion.
• Ensure product specifications are met and alerting production manager and quality assurance if product quality is in question immediately. Resolve quality issues through training of personnel and enforcement of standards.
• Knowledgeable in all processes and equipment functions, tracks and resolves labor timekeeping issues. Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of area.
• Develop and implement job specific training to all employees, ensure overall conformance with all Company policies, Good Manufacturing Practices, and housekeeping.
• Is an advocate of safety within the facility and follows, and enforces all safety procedures.
• Responsible for assuring compliance with all Food Safety policies, procedures and regulatory criterion including the current SQF code, Good Manufacturing Practices, and the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) and associated Preventive Controls.

Education and Experience:

• 2+ years of experience as a front line supervisor in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Experience in the food industry and knowledge of GMPs, HACCP and sanitation practices is helpful.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Must be able to communicate accurately and clearly both orally and in writing using electronic media, telephone and direct contact with internal and external personnel.
• Skill set must include strong analytical, observation, and coaching skills coupled with initiative to create and embrace change.
• Knowledge of facility's packaging, equipment, and capacity is important.
• Operate standard office equipment and demonstrate competency in the use of standard software applications.

Why Join Us:

Ventura Foods innovates and manufactures food solutions for foodservice and retail businesses. We make exclusive products for the world's most iconic restaurants and retailers, we provide ready-to-go product solutions for professional kitchens, and we make consumer brands everyone knows and loves. When you work for Ventura Foods, you get a strong foundation of training, a manager who cares about you and celebrates your success, a safe environment, and challenging work. As part of our team, your future is limited only by how much you’re willing to push yourself to get there. We invest in your growth because you invest in ours.

Ventura Foods offers career growth opportunities as well as competitive compensation and benefits:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision – coverage beginning on your 1st day for eligible employees
• Profit Sharing and 401(k) matching (after eligible criteria is met)
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
• Employee Appreciation Events and Employee Assistance Programs

Physical Demands:

All jobs require sufficient physical strength and dexterity to perform the required task(s) and typically also require at a minimum: intermittent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds or more with assistance may also be required. Please see the job description for specific requirements.

Please see the job description for specific requirements of the position for which you are applying.

Typical shifts are 8-12 hours per day. Additional unscheduled time after hours and on weekends may also be required. Employees must be willing and able to wear personal protective equipment as required by Company policy and/or legal requirements. In addition, certain jobs may require employees to:

• Work outside and/or in adverse temperatures which could include extreme heat, cold, and humidity;
• Be exposed to vibrations, chemicals used in operations, fumes and food allergens (may include soy, dairy and other allergens); and
• Be required to work in confined and dark spaces, and at heights in excess of 18 feet.

Diversity & Inclusion:

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive environment in which all employees are treated with respect is evident in our company culture and values. We believe that fostering an environment of inclusion and a focus on diversity across our organization is vital to attracting top talent, driving innovation, and meeting the high expectations of our customers in a rapidly evolving global marketplace

Ventura Foods is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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401(k)

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