Working Supervisor

Saputo Cheese USA, Inc.; Newington (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Saputo Cheese USA, Inc. is seeking a Working Supervisor to join the operations team. This hands-on role requires strong technical skills across homogenization, pasteurization equipment, pumps, valves, and packaging lines, with emphasis on safety, GMP compliance, and quality.

You will guide a production crew through changeovers, document processes, and drive continuous improvement. The successful candidate will lead a team, train new operators, and ensure efficient production while meeting

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a food manufacturing or dairy environment preferred.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) is expected.
• Strong mathematical skills and proficiency with equipment controls.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and SAP; ability to learn computer-based systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise hourly production staff across a 24/7 dairy facility.
• Manage changeovers and minimize downtime to achieve OEE targets.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement preventive measures.
• Ensure GMP compliance, quality specifications, and proper documentation.
• Provide training and guidance to new hires and operators.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

SAP

MS Office

Quality/food safety

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Job Summary

The Working Supervisor is an integral part of the operations team. This position is a highly technically skilled position and responsible for maintaining a high level of efficiency and productivity. During downtime, assign tasks to employees to ensure a high level of productivity and product quality is achieved. This person must be able to interact positively with all team members in a manner to maximize established goals. This person should act as a role model and set the example for the team. In addition, this individual must demonstrate acute troubleshooting skills as well as a full understanding of the consisting of homogenization, pasteurization equipment, pumps, valves, controls, fillers, and packaging line machines.

• Ensure housekeeping and GMP's are at the highest level in the processing and filling areas.
• Ensure the cleaning of the Fillers and related equipment, i.e. tanks and lines are cleaned both through CIP and manual exterior cleaning meet established standards.
• Ensure product batch meets quality specifications and is homogenized and processed in a manner, which meets the scrutiny of regulatory and customer specifications. Also ensure that the finished package meets all plant and customer requirements pertaining to container integrity and coding. Complete GMP inspections.
• Ensure operations by department run at a high level of efficiency, overseeing changeovers, providing guidance and technical assistance as necessary to minimize downtime.
• Verify all production documentation is complete and accurate.
• Perform root cause analysis for establish preventive measure for downtime. Apply CI techniques and methodology.
• Assist & communicate to ensure all lines are running at standard to meet OEE expectations.
• Provide new hire operator training support. Document training and training follow-up.
• Review SOP's and Procedures to ensure they are up to date and being followed.
• Review rework inventory as needed and communicate findings to Supervisor.
• Promote safety programs and policies in order to reduce the number of safety incidents and near-misses.
• Trains and instructs employees regarding production and equipment standards and processes.
• Comply with federal, state and local dairy food regulations.
• Adhere to the Saputo code of ethics and actively apply the Saputo values.
• Work together professionally in a team environment with coworkers and other department personnel.
• Other duties as required by management.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of 2-years' experience in a food manufacturing, dairy food manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Experience leading and following Safety/Security Policies and Procedures.
• Advanced quality/food safety training and/or certifications is a plus, but not required.
• Strong math skills.
• Strong technical skills, ability to operate and understand equipment controls, touch panels and mechanical operations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and computer-based applications, SAP preferred.
• Ability to follow all Sanitation and Quality Policies and Procedures, and report and follow through on deficiencies.
• Skill in organization and prioritization, and attention to detail.
• Strong team player and leader with the ability to work across multiple functions and disciplines.
• Ability to select, lead, coach, influence, motivate, develop, engage and retain a team of employees.
• Ability to understand cost containment and continuous improvement principles.
• Shift flexibility. This is a hands-on role for a 24/7 manufacturing facility. Our equipment operators are assigned to a team on a 3-shift, 24/7 operation to support manufacturing. This can either be days, swing or night shift and weekends. Work days and shifts may change to help cover vacations/absences, during plant downtime or related events such as audits.
• Ability to work in manufacturing environment which includes but not limited to: noise, changing temperatures (hot, wet, cold, humid), standing/walking/bending/stooping/climbing stairs, maneuvering around manufacturing equipment consistently throughout the shift.
• Noise >85Db with hearing protection.
• Working with chemicals, wearing personal protective equipment and following approved chemical handling procedures.
• Physical lifting up to 40-lbs frequently throughout the shift unassisted and lift 50+ lbs with assistance.
• Good visual acuity to include the ability to see and differentiate color.

In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors. Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

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