Production Operations Supervisor 2nd Shift

Summary

The Production Operations Supervisor will manage production operations in the disciplines of planning, organizing, directing, and running optimum day-to-day operations in the facility.  This position will be responsible for the safe and efficient operations of the facility in a manner that is consistent with company processes and procedures in an FDA regulated industry. This includes managing the workforce, overseeing the training program, analyzing, and utilizing available reports, metrics, and software, and providing workers with the information and materials needed to safely produce the highest quality product possible. This position is Monday - Friday 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM

Essential functions

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

•  Provide leadership, manage, direct, and coordinate overall activities of the plant, and employees to ensure compliance and alignment with leadership. 
• Develop and execute standard operating procedures, guidelines, and policy to drive day-to-day operations while holding employees accountable to these procedures.
• Recommend and implement continuous improvement initiatives to increase quality, efficiency, and safety. 
• Establish jobs or tasks and define them complete with instructions, technical specifications, and environmental compliance policies as applicable.
• Perform floor walks while observing safety concerns, drive safety rules, compliance, and overall operational performance values.
• Hold safety training meetings and perform safety/incident related reporting and documentation.
• Partner with the safety and quality department to assist in environmental projects and testing as needed.
• Become an expert of all Ingredients Plus equipment operation including dry granular conveyance equipment, rail car unloading systems of dry granular.
• Manage the liquid manufacturing process and supporting infrastructure such as boilers, CIP, pumps, piping, silos, and batching technology.
• Proper handling of food grade products & chemicals
• Handle day to day quality functions including documentation verification, compliance, reviewing and responding to customer inquiries.
• Perform non-conformance reporting, sampling, and third-party testing.
• Maintain critical control point validation
• Ensure cleaning, sanitization, calibration, and certification of lab equipment per GMP processes.
• Participate in preparation and audits for safety and quality certifications.
• Manage time and attendance of employees including timecards, time off requests, and schedules.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

 Supervisory responsibilities

• Assists in recruitment and retention activities to include interviewing, hiring, training, and coaching.
• Oversees the execution and quality of training program for new hires to ensure accurate and adequate operational knowledge is gained.
• Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations and feedback to staff in the department. 
• Oversees the daily workflow of assigned departments. 
• In coordination with human resources, handles employee relations, discipline, and termination of employees in accordance with company policy. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of safety, quality, productivity, and plant operations/processes 
• Computer literacy to include Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of shipping documentation, BOL, COA, MSDS, DOT rules and Regulations, GMP’s. BRC experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent teamwork and leadership skills.
• Flexibility in accepting change and an attitude of continuous improvement.
• Excellent planning, organizational, and time management skills.
• Ability to solve problems as they arise.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and multiple priorities simultaneously.

Required education and experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 4 years’ experience working in manufacturing.
• Managing a transloading rail operation highly desired.
• Familiarity with industry standard equipment and technical expertise preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field and/or equivalent in job related experience preferred. 

Work environment and physical demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer (including keyboarding).
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds routinely.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders and walk long distances.
• Ability to stand, crouch, kneel, and sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to bend, stretch, and twist.
• Ability to reach, push, pull, grasp.

Compensation

• The base salary range for this position is $75,000 - $95,000 annually.

Benefits include:

• Direct deposit paid bi-weekly for salaried positions.
• Annual performance bonus opportunities!
• Affordable health, vision, and dental insurance plans - Eligible 1st day of the month following date of hire.
• Free health savings account with employer contribution.
• Fidelity 401(k) with competitive employer match - fully vested from date of hire.
• 3 weeks paid time off plus sick time (pro-rated based on start date).
• 9 paid company holidays and 3 paid personal holidays.
• Boot allowance twice per year.
• Protective equipment and company swag provided.
• Free life insurance up to $150,000.
• Free employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverages.
• Employee Assistance Programs.
• And more!

Travel required

•  The home office for this role is indicated at the top of this job description. Travel to other Ingredients Plus locations may be required as business needs arise. 

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.  All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. 

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.