Juice Plant Supervisor

Title: Juice Plant Supervisor

Location: Geneva, NY (On-site)

Reports to: General Manager

Salary: $65k - $80K

FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Summary: The Juice Plant Supervisor oversees daily production activities to ensure the efficient and safe manufacturing of high-quality juice products. The ideal candidate is a proactive and experienced leader with a strong understanding of food manufacturing, quality control, and safety regulations, including HACCP and GMPs. This role involves managing a production team, optimizing workflows, and ensuring that all production targets and quality standards are met.

Key Responsibilities

Production and Operations

• Safety: Lead and develop safety culture to support world class performance
• Supervise Daily Production: Coordinate and oversee all production activities, including scheduling staff, assigning tasks, and monitoring the juice processing, blending, and packaging lines.
• Optimize Efficiency: Monitor production processes to identify and resolve issues, reduce waste, and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall productivity.
• Equipment Management: Ensure the safe and efficient operation of all plant equipment. Coordinate with the maintenance team for regular preventative maintenance and immediate repairs to minimize downtime.
• Inventory Control: Monitor and manage raw material and packaging inventory levels to prevent shortages and ensure smooth production flow.
• Continuous Improvement: Constantly evaluate processes and equipment for improvement. Create and drive a culture of continuous improvement, and implement best practices which align with world class operations.

Quality and Safety

• Ensure Product Quality: Implement and enforce quality control procedures to ensure all products meet company specifications and taste standards.
• Uphold Safety Standards: Enforce strict adherence to all food safety and sanitation regulations, including Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Maintain a Safe Environment: Promote and enforce a safety-first culture by conducting regular safety inspections and training employees on proper safety procedures.

Team Leadership and Development

• Mentor and Coach Staff: Provide hands-on leadership, coaching, and mentorship to production line staff to foster a positive and productive work environment.
• Training: Train new and existing employees in standard operating procedures (SOPs), equipment usage, quality control, and safety protocols.
• Performance Management: Set clear performance expectations, evaluate employee performance, and address any disciplinary issues or employee relations concerns.

Reporting and Administration

• Prepare Reports: Maintain accurate production records and generate detailed daily, weekly, and monthly reports on production output, downtime, and quality metrics.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, such as quality assurance, procurement, and logistics, to optimize plant operations and resolve any cross-departmental issues.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: A minimum of 3-5 years of supervisory or leadership experience in a food or beverage manufacturing environment. Experience specifically in juice processing is highly preferred.
• Knowledge: Solid knowledge of food safety standards, including HACCP, GMPs, and regulatory compliance.
• Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is required. A degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field is a plus.
• Skills:
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency with production management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• The ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Bi-lingual (Spanish/ English) highly preferred.

Work Environment

• This is a full-time, hands-on position that requires working on a production floor.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods, lift up to 25 pounds, and work in an environment with varying temperatures.
• The role may require flexibility to work alternate shifts, including evenings and weekends, based on production needs.

Position Summary

The successful candidate for this role approaches their work with energy and motivation, is passionate about building collaborative relationships and encourages a culture of continuous learning and innovation.

Essential Responsibilities/Duties:

· May perform other duties as assigned.

· Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

· Noise level is usually moderate.

· PPE is required on the production floor.

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. This is a snapshot of the core functions and responsibilities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Food processing plant: 5 years (Required)
• Industrial plant supervisory: 3 years (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Geneva, NY 14456 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000 - $80,000