2nd Shift Bakery - Production Supervisor

2nd Shift Bakery - Production Supervisor

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$70,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr

The Production Supervisor is an essential, hands‑on leader responsible for overseeing all activities related to Safety, Quality, Cost, and employee morale across multiple production lines during a single shift. This role involves direct supervision of production employees, working closely with the Production Manager to ensure smooth operations. The supervisor will spend a minimum of 80% of their time on the production floor, actively supporting operations and ensuring productivity targets are met.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in both manufacturing operations and leadership, with the ability to adapt and thrive in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.

Safety Leadership:

• Serve as the primary safety role model by actively promoting a "Safety-First" culture.
• Ensure all production activities adhere to safety standards, reducing risk and preventing accidents.
• Lead safety audits, ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, and investigate safety incidents or near‑misses, implementing corrective actions where necessary.
• Conduct routine safety training for all production employees, ensuring a proactive approach to hazard identification and risk reduction.

Quality Assurance:

• Act as a Quality Champion, ensuring all products meet customer specifications and regulatory standards.
• Conduct quality checks throughout production, promptly addressing any issues to prevent non‑conformance.
• Participate in and prepare for internal and external audits, including SQF, USDA, FDA, Organic, and customer‑specific audits.
• Lead investigations into quality deviations, implement corrective actions, and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.

Floor Presence and Leadership:

• Maintain a strong presence on the production floor, spending over 80% of your shift directly engaging with production employees, troubleshooting issues, and providing real‑time guidance.
• Offer support and direction to employees, ensuring they are equipped to perform their duties safely and effectively.
• Resolve production challenges quickly and efficiently to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.

Shift Huddles and Communication:

• Lead daily shift huddles to ensure employees are aligned with production goals, safety requirements, and quality standards.
• Facilitate S.I.C. meetings to discuss key issues, progress, and improvements on the floor.
• Ensure open lines of communication between employees and management, encouraging feedback and fostering a collaborative environment.
• Drive and actively participate in continuous improvement programs, identifying areas to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize production processes.
• Utilize Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies to monitor and improve production line performance.
• Lead projects that target specific areas for improvement, track progress, and ensure sustained results.

Employee Training and Development:

• Oversee and support the onboarding, training, and development of new employees to ensure they are fully equipped to meet production and quality standards.
• Provide ongoing coaching and performance feedback to employees, ensuring consistent growth and skill development.
• Develop and implement training programs focused on enhancing team capabilities, reducing operator error, and ensuring compliance with company policies.

Workplace Environment and Morale:

• Foster a positive work environment where employees feel motivated, supported, and valued.
• Address any workplace issues promptly, focusing on resolution and maintaining high morale across the team.
• Promote teamwork, cooperation, and a sense of ownership in meeting production goals.

Compliance and Regulatory Adherence:

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations as well as company policies.
• Enforce adherence to GMP, FDA, USDA, and other regulatory requirements related to food safety, hygiene, and workplace standards.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of industry regulations, ensuring the company remains compliant with…