Production Supervisor- Ossid

Job Details

Job Title:

Production Supervisor Ossid Department:
Production / Operations

Reports To:

Production SuperintendentFLSA Status:
Exempt

Location:

Acorn Plant Work Arrangement:
On-site Shift /

Schedule:

1st Shift Travel Requirements: N/A

Employment Type:

Regular, full-time

Role Overview / Purpose and Scope The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading 1st shift production operations at the Acorn Plant, including tray packing, tray pack preparation, and trayless pack activities. This role ensures a safe, well-organized, efficient operation with minimal downtime while maintaining company standards, customer specifications, quality expectations, GMP requirements, HACCP compliance, and accurate production recordkeeping. The Production Supervisor assigns, trains, coaches, and monitors team members in accordance with company policies and applicable government regulations, while supporting production efficiency, team member development, safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities Oversee all activities involved in tray packing, tray pack preparation, and trayless pack operations.

Ensure a safe, organized, efficient production environment with minimal downtime.

Coordinate line work to meet production orders in collaboration with team members, leads, and other departments.

Maintain product quality standards and ensure customer specifications are met.

Maintain department performance within established standards for efficient use of human resources, equipment, and materials.

Maintain and report production-related information regarding yields, efficiencies, labor utilization, and other key performance measures to the Superintendent.

Identify and support continuous improvement opportunities in materials, processes, lean manufacturing, and total quality management.

Ensure production processes and products adhere to GMP standards, customer specifications, and the company’s HACCP Plan.

Ensure HACCP recordkeeping and related documentation are completed and maintained accurately.

Partner with maintenance staff, outside vendors, the Maintenance Manager, and the Plant Manager to ensure equipment and work areas are appropriately maintained and operating continuously and efficiently.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with management personnel and USDA representatives.

Establish norms and standards for department performance and stay current with developments in management and process optimization.

Mentor and motivate approximately 40 team members by providing training and development to support performance and personal growth.

Communicate performance standards to team members, recognize and reward individual and team accomplishments, and counsel performance concerns as needed.

Communicate standards and ensure compliance with company procedures, quality standards, GMPs, and HACCP procedures.

Train team members on safety regulations and practices and enforce safe work behaviors.

Manage staffing, line coverage, and attendance for the assigned shift.

Facilitate team meetings, including team member training, and ensure appropriate documentation is completed and maintained.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Compensation Compensation: $65,000 - $80,000

Additional Compensation: KPI-based incentive program.

The posted compensation range for this role reflects the minimum and maximum amount Farmer Focus in good faith expects to pay at the time of posting, based on factors such as internal equity, relevant experience, market data, and the budgeted amount available for the position.

Benefits:
Farmer Focus offers a competitive total rewards package designed to support team members’ health, financial well-being, and professional growth. Available offerings may include weekly payroll, paid time off and sick leave, semi-subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision plan options, a 401(k) plan with company match, education reimbursement opportunities, employee assistance programs (EAP), and internal learning, development, and career growth programs.

All benefits, programs, and offerings are subject to eligibility requirements, plan terms, and company policies, and may be changed, amended, or discontinued…