production supervisor-2nd shift - Mason, United States - JBS USA

Description

Description
Position at Empire Packing


JOB TITLE:
Production Supervisor
Production Manager


DEPARTMENT:
Production


REPORTS TO:

JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible for supervision of all aspects of assigned production line(s). Takes
direction from Production Manager on scheduling, line preparation, and production
execution. Direct supervisor for assigned production employees. Manages
production for day-to-day control of assigned department activities according to
prescribed schedules priorities, production flow, and processing specifications to
ensure production efficiencies are met. Enforces company work rules and evaluates
assigned work performance and takes corrective action(s). Leads, coaches, and
trains assigned personnel on work standards and ensures all procedures and work
standards are being followed constantly.


ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
1. Effectivelymanages assigned personnel, ensuring optimal performance.
a. Leadsthrough effective goal setting, communication, and coaching.
b. Assistswith personnel decisions including hiring, corrective actions,
disciplines, terminations, wage decisions, and promotions.
c. Motivates,coaches, corrects, and challenges personnel with a positive
approach.
d. Expertknowledge for all positions on assigned production line(s).
e. Maintainsan open dialogue with assigned team members.
f. Resolvesproblems in a direct and positive way when approached with
feedback and concerns.
2. Monitorsand supervises all aspects of assigned production line(s).
a. Supervisesassigned personnel ensuring work standards are
implemented and followed.
i. Ensureslead associates properly use personnel team and follow
work standards to produce a defect-free product.
ii. Ensureswork teams are fully staffed to maintain targeted
workflow.
iii. Ensureslead associates provide work teams the tools and
supplies needed to accomplish standard work.
iv. Makessure all production change-overs are performed properly
and efficiently.
b. Ensurespreventative maintenance is performed on machines, that work
teams are operating machines properly and safely, and that equipment
is stored properly.
i. Communicatesto the maintenance team of any problems or
concerns with equipment.
c. Assistsin production scheduling to improve production leveling.
d. Ensuresarea of responsibility has been properly cleaned and sanitized.
e. Assurescompliance with all company safety rules and GMPs.
i. Hasexpert knowledge of all safety rules and monitors personnel
to ensure compliance.
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ii. Ensurespersonal protective equipment (PPE) is being used
correctly.
iii. Ensuresareas are clear of safety hazards, floors are free of debris,
and equipment is free of excess product.
3. Assumesresponsibility for production quality and continuous improvement.
a. Ensuresproducts are produced to customer specification and defect
free.
b. Ensureswork teams follow standard work practices to promote
improved production efficiency and achieve production targets.
c. Ensuresemployees are properly trained on standard work practices and
perform job tasks as defined.
d. Ensuresproduction flow is consistent, throughput is monitored, and
efficiency targets are met.
e. Ensurestrainers train on proper work standards, maintain all proper
documentation, and are in their assigned areas monitoring processes
and product for defects and opportunities.
f. Ensurestransfer of finished product from production floor to storage
area is performed within standard operating procedure.
4. Assumesresponsibility for production related communication flow and
coordination between line workers.
a. Communicatesissues or concerns with Quality Assurance Manager,
Production Manager, Production Coordinator and Facility Manager as
needed.
b. Takesa leading role in communicating among peer groups and
subordinates.
5. Ensuresall administration tasks are completed timely and accurately.
a. Verifiesdemand schedule and usage sheets are all filled out.
b. Completesand verifies all activity logs are completed.
c. Ensuresall documentation is routed correctly.
d. Completesend of shift reports, . scrap, labor, yield and downtime
reporting.
e. Ensureall production hours are accounted for ensuring personnel hours
are allocated to the appropriate department.
6. Compliance
a. Maintainand enforce GMP practices, safety and product quality
standards.
b. Followsafety guidelines as well as adhere to related listings in the
Employee Handbook.
c. Prepareinformation and assist in various certification/customer audits.
d. Enforcesafety regulations with all production employees.
e. Ensureteam members take scheduled breaks and lunches, start and
finish shifts on time.
7. Assumesother duties as assigned.
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QUALIFICATIONS:
At least one (1) year experience in the manufacturing industry is required,
unless the candidate has obtained an associate's or bachelor's degree
(completion of a degree program will be accepted in lieu of experience). Must
have general knowledge of food production methods and techniques, gained
through experience of education.

Prefer experience in Light Industrial environment operating in a multi-
production process environment.
Understands Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Hazarded Analysis and
Critical Control Points (HACCP) programs. SQF, GMP, and HACCP certification
preferred.

Able to comprehendUSDA guidelines and manufacturing requirements,
processes and procedures.
Knowledge of lean manufacturing and able to develop improvements in
existing processes.
Computer and mathematics skills are required.
Prior experience with systems
tracking of materials is preferred.
Able to make decisions in a fast-paced environment; with minimum guidance
from management.
Available to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and
overtime as business requires. The hours worked each week will be determined
by the manufacturing needs of the department.

Ability to understand, speak, read, and write English
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Bilingual (Spanish) preferred


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

ACTIVITIES:

HEARING:
Standing, walking, bending, lifting, stooping, crouching, kneeling intermittently.
Must be able to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary
information.


REPETITIVE MOTION:

VISUAL ABILITIES:
Must be able to frequently and regularly use wrists, hands, and or fingers.
Average, ordinary visual acuity necessary to prepare or inspect documents,
products, or operate machinery.


PHYSICAL STRENGTH:
Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25
pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds throughout the day.
Ability to stand 8-12 hours per day, on cold wet concrete floors.


WORKING CONDITIONS:
Must be able to work for long hours in a food processing environment, where it is
wet, damp, and cold.
Temperatures are frequently around 34 degrees, and
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employees are expected to remain in these conditions for the majority of their
workdays.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions. Thelist of essential functions, other duties, mental and physical demands, requirements and licenses is
not meant to be exhaustive.
Management reserves the right to revise job descriptions and to require other tasks
be performed when the circumstances of the job changes.
EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled
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