Job Description

General Purpose

Provide work direction and supervision to production employees within the guidelines of standard work rules, and employment policies. Monitor all stages of the production process and ensure accurate processing of product and/or fulfillment of customer orders through appropriate production scheduling. Hold self and others accountable for promoting safety rules and regulations and act in accordance with the requirements for food safety and quality. Ensure that the production process flows smoothly, and daily production goals are met. Function as a resource and point of escalation to direct reports. Coach, mentor, and provide performance development opportunities to team members on an ongoing basis.

Job Duties and ResponsibilitIes

• Schedule, assign work, and provide clear direction to production employees. Ensure that the production process flows smoothly, and daily production goals are met

• Monitor operations activities to ensure that plant production and quality standards are met

• Monitor the equipment used in production processes to ensure that equipment is functioning efficiently and is properly cleaned and sanitized. Arrange for timely repair/resolution of equipment failures

• Actively promote safe work behaviors and hold self and direct reports accountable for following safety rules and regulations. Conduct accident/injury investigations and send reports of injury to the management team in a timely manner to meet rapid reporting standards. May coordinate and/or facilitate plant safety meetings and training

• Actively participate in managing master sanitation activities. Continuously seek opportunities to improve sanitation through coaching and mentoring team members.

• Understand and fulfill the requirements and regulations for food safety and quality. Administer policies, procedures and programs related to operations

• Supervise production scheduling and ensure ingredient inventory is maintained.

• Proactively look for ways to increase operational efficiency and contain costs.

• Work effectively with employees to promote positive and productive working relationships.

• Actively communicate with employees through shift meetings and informal methods

• Complete supervisory activities such as reviewing and editing employee timekeeping; completing performance evaluations; mentoring, training, and coaching employees

• Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all company, state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues

• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all company regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements

• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Requirements

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Undergraduate degree in related curriculum preferred

• 2 to 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably dairy industry.

• Demonstrated leadership aptitude, team lead experience, or supervisory experience

• Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of manufacturing process

• Knowledge of continuous improvement methods

• Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and SAP

• Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management

• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing

• Able to work in collaboration effectively and foster good teamwork

• Able to interact positively and work effectively with others (interpersonal skills)

• Able to think and use independent judgment in planning and organizing multiple tasks and information

• Able to demonstrate initiative and follow through on day-to-day responsibilities

• Must be able to read, write and speak English

Travel

☒ 5%-15% (1-3 times per year)

Schedule

3pm-11:30pm, 11pm-7:30am Day Off Relief. Rotating days off.

Benefit details

This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, AD&D, long term disability, short term disability, 401k and flex spending/HSA benefits.

This is a bonus eligible position.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Pay Range $81000-$91000/year