Supervisor in Food-production Job Folkston Georgia USA,Manufacturing / Production

Location: Folkston

Supervisor

The Supervisor is responsible for managing and optimizing all aspects of the production process in one section of the processing facility. This role involves coordination, planning, and supervision to maintain the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

Production Planning & Control

Plan daily and shift-wise production as per target and order requirement
Allocate manpower for processes like steaming, cutting, drying, peeling, grading, packing.
Ensure smooth workflow with minimum downtime and bottlenecks.
Monitor output vs target and take corrective actions

Process Control & Quality

Ensure correct processing parameters (steam pressure, drying temperature, moisture level)
Monitor Breakage%, scorched kernels, cuts, Splits.
Ensure grading is done as per AFI / customer specification.
Coordinate with QA/QC for quality checks and rework decisions

Food Safety & Compliance

Implement GMP, GHP, HACCP practices on the shop floor
Ensure hygiene, personal cleanliness, PPE usage by workers
Prevent foreign matter, contamination, and mix-ups
Support audits (BRC, Organic, etc.)

Manpower Management

Supervise workers, line leaders, and helpers
Train workers on correct handling, cutting, grading, and hygiene
Control absenteeism, productivity, and discipline
Motivate team to achieve quality and yield targets

Yield & Waste Control

Monitor out-turn %, kernel recovery, broken percentage
Minimize processing losses and wastage
Ensure proper segregation and disposal of rejects, spills, and waste

Machine & Equipment Coordination

Ensure machines are operated safely and correctly
Report breakdowns and coordinate with maintenance team
Avoid misuse and overheating of machines (cutters, dryers, sealers)
Maintain basic production equipment records

Material & Inventory Control

Ensure FIFO / FEFO for raw nuts and kernels
Control movement of raw cashew, WIP, finished goods
Avoid mix-up of grades and lots
Coordinate with stores for packing material availability

Documentation & Reporting

Maintain daily production reports
Record yield, breakage, downtime, and manpower
Ensure traceability records are completed correctly
Report deviations and corrective actions to management

Safety & Housekeeping

Ensure safe working practices and accident prevention
Maintain 5S / housekeeping in production area
Ensure fire safety and emergency procedures are followed

Coordination & Communication

Coordinate with QA, Maintenance, Stores, HR, and Dispatch
Communicate production status and issues to management
Support new product trials or process improvements

Requirements and Skills:

Willing to move to Kisemvule/Mkuranga or near by
Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
Proven experience in industrial production, preferably in the food processing industry.
Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage and motivate a diverse team.
Excellent organizational and time management skills to oversee complex production processes.
In-depth knowledge of quality control, inventory management, and safety protocols.
Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating across departments.
Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles is a plus.
Familiarity with cashew nut processing and organic food production is highly advantageous.