Production Supervisor role overseeing production operations, staff, and quality standards at the Tempe Milk Plant. Shift 1: 4:00 AM-12:30 PM, Monday through Friday; candidate must be open to Saturday work and overtime. This assignment is not eligible for extension or conversion to full-time employment. Candidate will interview onsite with manager and team.
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Production Oversight
- Ensure GMP compliance across all production processes
- Monitor and maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards
Staff Supervision
- Lead, supervise, and support production associates
- Compose and deliver performance evaluations, corrective action notices, and constructive feedback
Quality Control
- Train and monitor quality control standards
- Address and rectify product quality issues
Inventory Management
- Track, manage, and audit raw materials and finished goods inventory
- Coordinate with supply chain to optimize stock levels
Process Optimization
- Identify process improvement opportunities and propose scalable solutions
- Implement changes to enhance efficiency and reduce waste
Safety Compliance
- Enforce and promote safety protocols
- Conduct regular safety training for production personnel
Communication
- Collaborate with cross-functional partners (quality, logistics, maintenance)
- Relay information accurately and effectively to ensure smooth operations
Training and Development
- Train new production associates and provide ongoing skills development
Problem Resolution
- Address and resolve production issues promptly; implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence
Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure compliance with food safety regulations (OSHA, EPA, FDA, USDA, HACCP)
- Stay current with industry regulations and update procedures accordingly
Equipment Maintenance
- Coordinate maintenance schedules; address equipment issues to minimize downtime
Documentation
- Maintain accurate production records and generate management reports on production metrics
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- 2+ years of supervisory experience in a food production environment (food manufacturing experience required)
- 1+ years of experience with Lean Manufacturing principles
- Dairy experience strongly preferred
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- Production supervision and team leadership
- Food production and food manufacturing expertise
- Lean Manufacturing principles
- MS Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Ability to direct a diverse, unionized workforce