Production Supervisor - Weston, United States - Jack Link's

Description

Company DescriptionWhen it comes to being wild, we know a thing or two. We're not afraid of trying something new or the hard work it takes to make it happen. It's in our DNA. We've turned a family recipe into a new snacking category. And the wilderness into the world's largest meat snack business, that's still proudly family owned and operated.
We're a company built by innovators, and are driven to not only satisfy your hunger, but to also feed your journey

whether that journey is on the road, on the run, at the campground, at the playground, in the office or in the moment.

It s a journey we share with you.

It s the journey forward of our people, of our communities, of our category with a reverence for quality and an irreverence for the status quo.

At Jack Link's Protein Snacks, we see every moment of every day as an opportunity to move forward, to forge new ground.

To realize our vision of becoming the World s #1 Protein Snack Company. We never give up. You never give up. Together, we keep going. Are you wild enough to join us?Jack Link's Protein Snacks is a global leader in snacking and the No. 1 meat snack manufacturer worldwide.

Family-owned and operated with headquarters in Minong, Wisconsin, Jack Link s Protein Snacks also has a large corporate hub in Downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota.

The company is made up of over 4,000 passionate team members, across 11 countries, who share an uncompromising commitment to delivering awesome products and feeding the journey of those who move things forward.

The Jack Link s Protein Snacks portfolio of brands includes, Jack Link s, Lorissa s Kitchen, BiFi, Peperami, Wild River, Golden Island and Country Fresh Meats.

Job DescriptionSupervises a team of Production Workers and their daily activities to ensure the needs of all functions within the area are met (production, training, safety, security and housekeeping).

Provides leadership/direction to the team and ensures that all the procedures for food safety and manufacturing high quality products are achieved.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe duties and responsibilities of this position shall consist of, but not be limited to, the following:
PersonnelEnsure proper staffing is maintained, including interviewing and hiring new team members.
Implement and monitor training for new hires & ongoing training of current team members.
Maintain attendance records, counsel team members with poor attendance, & follow up with coaching/discipline as appropriate.

Evaluate team member work performance, conduct appropriate reviews for team members, address complaints and resolve conflicts, reward or discipline accordingly.

Provide input for termination decisions.
Review, correct, and approve timekeeping tool to ensure team members are paid correctly each pay-period.
SafetyEnforce all safety rules and company policies; provide appropriate interpretation of company policies and safety policies for team members.
Immediately report all accidents and deficiencies to management; complete accident investigations and report within 24 hours of incident.
Verify work and storage areas are maintained, safe, clean, and organized.
Ensure safety devices are installed and working properly.

Perform all duties within OSHA and company safety standards; Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO), wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and maintain safety equipment.

Complete and review all Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), and Standard Sanitation Operating Procedures (SSOP) requirements and paperwork.

This includes but not limited to Pre-Operational Inspection, Operational Inspections, Pre-Shipment Review, and Corrective Actions.

QualityEnsure quality protocols are followed and openly communicated with QC and the Plant Manager in order to fix defects and ensure quality standards are consistently met.

Maintains quality product by establishing and enforcing organization standards.
Recommend methods to improve manufacturing processes including equipment performance to ensure product quality and increase efficiencies.
Supports successful implementation of SQF (Safe Quality Foods) within the facility.
Drive and support Continuous Improvement (CI) efforts.

Understand the concepts of FIFO (First-In-First-Out) on perishable products and ensure successful implementation of FIFO throughout packaging operations within the facility.

Ensure all required sanitation functions are within acceptable standards.
ProductivityMonitor and track inedible, rework and down time generated by machine.
Perform production paperwork, receiving, and inventory control procedures with complete accuracy.
Identifies, through a proactive approach, potential cost-saving and efficiency gain opportunities to improve overall operations.
Discuss work goals vs. actual output with team members to motivate and engage team members to assure targets are met.
Identify, control and follow up on losses incurred due to substandard supplies, i.e., time and materials.
Manage inventory and cost control.
Implement and monitor weekly requisitions for daily supplies and manufacturing supplies.
Conduct accurate weekly, period end, and year-end departmental inventories.
Compile, store, and retrieve production data.

LeadershipProvides direction to team members to ensure quality products and adherence to productivity goals and cost standardsDemonstrate professionalism; encourage and insist on positive attitudes and behaviors from team members such as dependability, and trustworthiness in team members.

Create and cultivate positive work relationships at all levels of the plant/organization.
Build and support a culture of openness and accountability within (and outside) the assigned department.

CommunicationCommunicate with peers, subordinates, and leaders in an effective, timely mannerKeep Assistant Plant Manager & other leaders informed daily of problems incurred during shift.

Confer with appropriate personnel to coordinate activities between departments.
Misc. ResponsibilitiesCoordinate all functions related to the operations of all processing procedures, and specifications.
Monitor product coding related to the lot traceability program and ensure its accuracy.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as necessary.


QualificationsRequired Education:
High School Diploma or GED*Required Experience: Minimum of 2 years
experience in manufacturing and 1-3 years Lead experiencePreferred: 2 years of Supervisory experience, Leadership in food manufacturing industry.*A high school diploma or GED is equivalent to two years of relevant experienceREQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE and


ABILITIES:

Able to supervise, instruct, and direct Team MembersDemonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, identify and address problemsAble to organize and prioritize in a multi-tasking environment.

Ability to communicate professionally with people both inside and outside the organizationKnowledge of plant/distribution center models and production/logistics processesSuperior accuracy and attention to detail.

Planning SkillMust be able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Must possess math and mechanical aptitudeSolid verbal and written communication skills; must work effectively with all levels of management and employeesMust demonstrated effective leadership, problem solving, presentation, and employee motivational skills.

Proficient in Internet navigation, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to be successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Additional InformationEqual Employment Opportunity EmployerJack Link's is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.