Job Description

Position Summary

The Production Supervisor works as part of a team to meet the daily production goals. They are responsible for organizing and overseeing staff and daily production. Strict adherence to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) are required.

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for the effective use of personnel, material, and equipment Starting up, setting up and stopping equipment. Conduct routine maintenance and troubleshooting on equipment. Ensure conformance to specifications. Pull damaged or non-conforming product off the line. Conduct Quality Control Checks and record data. Maintain accurate production and employee records Openly communicates with co-workers to inform them of anything unusual or potentially dangerous Adhere to cGMPs, SQF and HACCP written Program. Facilitates and directs team members work flow within the assigned department, including distributing work, disseminating information, assigning team members for absences, answering questions, and resolving problems within the work unit. Anticipates and reacts to production problems or delays, materials shortages and equipment malfunctions. Provides technical assistance for equipment malfunctions and expediting repairs Supervises, evaluates and trains the work group. Assists in accident investigation and corrective action. Promotes safe work environment and assure employees follow all safety policies. Provides a strong floor presence and understanding of the processes adequate to set the example for others to follow. Keeps management informed of developments as they occur. Handles day-to-day production documentation, ensures its accuracy and timely input into reporting systems. Oversee the performance of all quality checks performed by associates. Provides training to shift personnel to make sure all employees have the tools necessary for optimum performance. Assume additional responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Attention to detail and produce timely results Ability to work effectively in a team A go-getter attitude Strong interpersonal skills and decision making ability. Effective and professional communication and organization skills. Demonstrate full knowledge and understanding of production processes and methods, and strong knowledge of safety requirements and standards. High level analytical ability where problems are complex Ability to train, organize and supervise the efforts of a work group

Knowledge and Skills

High school diploma, food safe certificate, WHMIS and HACCP knowledge are an asset. Fluency in the English language (both orally and in writing). High level oral and written communication skills High level interpersonal skills to work effectively with all levels of the organization, motivate employees and elicit work output Knowledge of quality control procedures Knowledge of basic technology of area where assigned Experience supervising employees in a manufacturing environment Knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures Mechanically inclined

Working Conditions

May require overtime on occasion Requires physical fitness and mobility in the plant environment Ability to lift up to 30 pounds To stand and walk for extended periods of time while doing repetitive tasks
Handles day-to-day production documentation, ensures its accuracy and timely input into reporting systems.

Provides training to shift personnel to make sure all employees have the tools necessary for optimum performance.

Champions all safety initiatives within the facility to ensure all safety goals and objectives are met, maintaining a safe work environment for all employees.

Ensures that all products produced meet or exceed GPC and customer specifications.

Oversee the performance of all quality checks performed by associates.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $52,000.00-$58,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person