Objective of the Position:
The assistant production supervisor is responsible for providing support to the production floor. The role is ultimately responsible for the production of baked goods on 2 production lines, product quality, completion of production orders, GMP and HACCP compliance housekeeping as well warehousing/freezer inventory. They are also responsible for the applicable production associates on their assigned shift. They monitor all production lines in accordance to the schedule, manpower, Quality Assurance, BRC/FSMA guidelines and safety requirements. Drive continuous improvement and engagement of associates to achieve world class results.
Work Schedule: 3rd shift schedule, working 8-hour shifts, including holidays and weekends.
More detail regarding shift times will be provided to qualified candidates upon phone screens.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for producing a quality product that meets all the Safety, FSMA/BRC, and Customer regulations
- Coach, counsel, train and develop associate's skills
- Establishes efficient production processes for all the company's product lines
- Ensures that all products are in compliance with QA and FSMA/BRC regulations
- Regularly work with other supervisors in methods of improving production processes.
- Prior to shift start, reviews production schedule with the line associates and keeps them informed of any changes in product, line changes, material availability. Complete shift huddle/communication/GEMBA walks with Supervisors and associates.
- Complete any and all applicable Root Cause Analysis (RCAs) relating to safety, downtime, material loss, etc
- Assures that all recipes, bills of material, labels, tools and equipment are ready prior to production start
- Inspects production lines regularly to assure that Good Manufacturing Practices are followed
- Makes certain that production areas are kept clean of waste, debris, and liquids to avoid safety hazards. Helps to drive and maintain a 5S methodology of sort, shine, set-in order, standardize and sustain.
- Takes disciplinary measures when an associate fails to comply with company regulations. Drive coaching of the team to eliminate behavior that willfully violates the company policies
- Responsible for making quality products that meet all the Food Safety, FSMA/BRC, QA, and customer requirements
- Ensures that at the end of the shift all documentation pertinent to production: materials, associate hours, and counts are accurate. Completes all required information tracking and data collection. Confirms all production into SAP system and double-checks accuracy of the information entered into the system.
- Pro-active response to down time and rapid shift and product changeovers. Drive continuous improvement opportunities around changeovers involving maintenance, quality and the operators on shift.
- Resolves quality problems with QA participation immediately
- Maintains effective communications between the Plant Manager and supervisors Identifies significant issues related to quality, safety, down time, production problems or any other unexpected issues
- As new products are introduced, the manager and the supervisors take a pro-active approach to learn everything about the new product and by comparison. Utilize KPI data to drive performance with associates.
- Lead and motivate associates to maximize productivity and minimize operating costs.
- Participate in and lead LEAN manufacturing activities as needed, kaizen, SMED, 5S, etc. Perform GEMAB walk throughs at beginning/end of shift with other Supervisors.
- Other duties as assigned
Key Behavioral Competencies:
- Ability to recognize and encourage the behaviors that contribute to teamwork
- Ability to communicate and work effectively with all associates in a team environment
- Must be detail oriented
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience equivalent to:
Education/Certification:
- Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing or related field preferred. A combination of education, training and experience that results in demonstrated competency to perform the work may be substituted.
Experience/Knowledge/Qualifications and Skills:
- 1-2 years of supervisory experience in production, preferably in the food industry or manufacturing is required
- AIB certification a plus
- Working knowledge of computers, including MS office applications
- Willingness to work varied shifts, days, including nights (start-ups), weekends and holidays. (May be 2nd shift predominantly)
- Demonstrated ability to motivate and train associates within a team oriented environment
- Must be self-directed and able to work without close supervision - position requires high energy and motivation and a strong desire to drive positive change
- Strong organizational, verbal and written communication skills
- Strong leadership and team building skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Bilingual - English/Spanish is preferred
- Good communications skills, hardworking, dependable, safety conscious and bilingual
- Knowledgeable of FSMA/BRC and OSHA regulations
- Must be able to work standing or walking for long periods of time, bending and squatting occasionally, work in a fast-paced environment, and work in cold refrigerated and frozen conditions