JOB REQUIREMENTS: The Production Department Supervisor is responsible for supervising as many as 30+ production workers, food and packaging materials and equipment, data entry and record keeping; enforcing company guidelines and policies, training and coaching, and other aspects of running an efficient food production facility. This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time. Responsible to train, enforce and adhere to company human safety policies and procedures. Responsible to train, enforce and adhere to company food safety, quality and regulatory practices and procedures; including GMPs. Responsible to train, mentor and coach staff for set-up and operation of assigned department machine(s) to ensure finished product meets all customer and regulatory requirements. When needed, clean and sanitize equipment during changeovers from one product to another; inspect equipment prior to line start-up and changeovers. Take ownership of department results. Maintain accurate and legible records/documentation. Direct and motivate staff for efficient and safe operation of all equipment on lines. Communicate with all coworkers including maintenance and quality staff to ensure optimal production goals are met. Assist other departments as needed and perform related duties as assigned. Must attend all company required training. Abilities Maintain respectful communication with coworkers at all levels within the organization. Ability to problem-solve equipment and processes in partnership with maintenance. Ability to determine root causes for mistakes/concerns and diligently apply corrective action. Ability to read and write English; Bi-lingual in Spanish preferred. Basic math skills. Basic computer skills. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of high school diploma or GED Must be 18 yrs or older Must have at least 3 years machine operator experience in a fast paced food manufacturing environment Knowledge of manufacturing specifications and quality standards Familiarity with HACCP, GMPs, Allergens and Personal Protective Equipment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Ability to stand for extended periods of time Perform repetitive tasks Bend, stoop, kneel and climb ladders/stairs Push/pull up to 2200 lbs of raw materials on a pallet with a pallet jack Slide barrels of up to 600 lbs of ingredients from pallets to conveyors Reach, lift, stack or maneuver objects of varying dimensions and weights Potential allergens exposure to: Peanuts, Tree Nuts, Wheat, Soy, Milk and Eggs Ability to use GMP & PPE appropriately (hairnets, smocks, gloves, etc.) ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: E-Mail a Rsum: lschmitz@alschutzman.com Apply Online: alschutzman.com/careers