Production Supervisor

The scope of this position includes all phases of production, including processing, packaging, case packing, and palletizing. Also is responsible for managing the supervision of the plant production team to deliver business results around Safety, Quality, Production, and Cost initiatives. Must ensure full compliance with all food safety and regulatory requirements.

• Supervise all production activities in accordance with corporate and plant policies, programs and standards concerning safety, quality, productivity and cost.
• Provide continual leadership and guidance to team members for the purpose of increasing their effectiveness and establishing good working relationships.
• Actively promote plant safety and environmental programs, and procedures that follow corporate and regulatory requirements.
• Manage staffing levels to current standards.
• Assign responsibilities to team members as required to meet planned production schedules.
• Coordinate the proper training of team members within the assigned department.
• Apply disciplinary actions in accordance with plant policies and procedures.
• Review shift activities and results and adjust as required for continuous improvement.
• Investigate production delays and take corrective action as necessary.
• Keep management informed of the status of production and promptly notify management of issues impacting production. Prepare reports as needed.
• Promote an environment conducive to teams, teamwork, and line-driven accountability.
• Complete special projects, duties and assignments as appropriate.
• Follow-up on and resolve all production and operation issues.
• Adheres to all policies, guidelines, and procedures, such as GMP, HACCP, and work and safety rules.  
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

High School diploma and/or 4-5 years’ experience working as a lead or supervisor in the production or manufacturing environment or an equivalent combination of education and experience which would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be qualifying.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with R.W. Garcia staff and others contacted in the course of the work;
• Ability to assume responsibility and exercise good judgment in making decisions within the scope of authority of the position;
• Ability to think and work effectively under pressure and accurately complete tasks within established times;
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines;
• Knowledge of standard office equipment and systems such as fax, scanner, printer, email, etc.
• Valid driver license, transportation and automobile liability insurance .

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)