What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supervisor - Production position at Borden Dairy?
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Leadership & People Development
- Supervise, lead, and mentor hourly production employees to ensure safe, efficient, and consistent operations.
- Support the Production Manager with training, coaching, performance assessment, and workforce scheduling.
- Foster a positive, collaborative work environment that encourages teamwork, communication, and problem‑solving.
Operational Excellence
- Assist in evaluating production data, identifying trends, and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
- Prioritize and assign daily workload to meet production goals and customer requirements.
- Utilize a continuous improvement mindset to identify, recommend, and implement operational enhancements.
Safety, Quality & Compliance
- Enforce all company policies, safety rules, and regulatory requirements, including OSHA standards.
- Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and reinforce safe work practices at all times.
- Maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe work environment.
- Follow and enforce all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and food safety/quality system requirements, including SQF standards.
Cross‑Functional Collaboration
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with supply chain and cross‑functional teams.
- Partner with other departments to support safety, service, cost, and people objectives across the business unit.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate degree required; Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
- Minimum of two years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment required.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced, high‑demand environment.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to interpret and communicate complex data.
- Demonstrated leadership capability with experience training, mentoring, and developing employees.
- Working knowledge of Continuous Improvement methodology strongly preferred.
- Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and variable shifts as needed.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
- Frequent standing, walking, kneeling, reaching, climbing, pulling, and bending with full range of motion.
- Frequent lifting/moving of up to 10 pounds; occasional lifting/moving of more than 60 pounds.
- Work performed in a wet, cold, or humid environment.
- Occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and nut allergens.
- Regular exposure to moving mechanical equipment.
EOE VET/DISABILITY
Morning Glory is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We actively seek to recruit, hire, and promote qualified individuals from all backgrounds, including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Borden Dairy provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access to employment opportunities without imposing undue hardship on Borden Dairy. If you require an accommodation during the application process or while employed, please contact Human Resources at HR.HQ@bordendairy.com for assistance.
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