Whey Production Supervisor

Great Lakes Cheese, Inc; Town of Franklinville (NY); On-site; USD 64,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Lakes Cheese, Inc in New York seeks a Whey Supervisor to maintain smooth production flows and ensure quality products. The role requires strong leadership, 4+ years in supervision, and knowledge of manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities include leading whey staff, scheduling, safety, and collaboration with production. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is preferred. Salary ranges from $64,200 to $93,500 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or technical education or commensurate experience.
• 4 years of supervisory experience or more.
• In depth understanding of manufacturing processes and related equipment.
• Ability to make sound, independent decisions based on functional expertise and experience.
• Ability to provide leadership, support, communication and direction to line personnel.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, troubleshoot and problem solve beyond routine issues.
• Ability to coach, lead and develop employees.
• Ability to make sound/independent decisions relating to order/production issues.
• Proficient computer skills to include Microsoft Office.
• Ability to ascend/descend stairs.

Responsibilities

• Capable of performing all whey department jobs.
• Ensure proper cleaning and sanitation of equipment.
• Verify accuracy of production reports.
• Organize, lead and supervise whey employees; solve problems before they develop.
• Create weekly work schedules for all whey department personnel.
• Communicate effectively.
• Observe and evaluate processes and personnel and react to any inefficiencies or issues.
• Coordinate with production schedules for daily scheduling changes and updates.
• Motivate and lead by example.
• Process daily employee issues and complaints; listen well and provide tactful feedback.
• Facilitate and assist with special projects, customer requests, samples, etc.
• Assist with selection, hiring, advancement, transfer, promotion and termination decisions for the department.
• Administer employee discipline as needed.
• Ensure a safe work environment.
• All GLC employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies and procedures.
• All GLC employees are expected to produce our products in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies and Procedures outlined in our Safe Quality Food Program.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the manager.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Safety awareness

Coaching staff

Education

Associate's degree or Technical education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Great Lakes Cheese, Inc in New York seeks a Whey Supervisor to maintain smooth production flows and ensure quality products. The role requires strong leadership, 4+ years in supervision, and knowledge of manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities include leading whey staff, scheduling, safety, and collaboration with production. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is preferred. Salary ranges from $64,200 to $93,500 depending on experience.