Production Supervisor

OUR MISSION:

Scenic Fruit Company, a family owned company, is driven by a passion for our customers’ success, the wellbeing of our employees, a commitment to our local community and the preservation of the global environment. We strive to develop and maintain partnerships with like-minded companies who desire long-term, sustainable relationships based on honesty and integrity.

Summary

The Production Supervisor is responsible for supervising the production process & it’s employees in accordance with internal company policies, GMP’s, SQF guidelines and customer specifications. Assist in training and activities related to production. Perform light maintenance on equipment utilizing knowledge of production methods and procedures, maintenance procedures and systems, and machine capabilities. Monitor and enforce systems compliance.

This position has direct responsibility for food safety.

Reasonable Accommodations:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function and physical demands satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Essential Functions:

• Comply with & support the enforcement of all company GMPs & safety policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with the Food Safety & QA Manager & the Production Manager to establish production & quality control standards, & to obtain data regarding types, quantities, &specification of products.
• Supervise production activities & establish priorities while keeping up with effective operations & cost factors.
• Monitor and enforce systems compliance throughout the plant. Including but not limited to forklift safety, knife program, tool checkout program, operational systems etc.
• Work with HR on a daily basis to make sure staffing levels for upcoming production days are accurate.
• In the absence of the Production Manager may coordinate production activities with procurement, maintenance, and operations to maintain production schedule.
• Is familiar with production, quality control, maintenance, operational procedures, and reporting.
• Collaborate with the QA Supervisor and Production Manager to address and manage environmental microbiological issues.
• Assist the Production Manager in reviewing labor standards. Controls crewing based on standards. Explain variances from standard.
• Assist in revising production schedules & priorities as a result of equipment failure or operating problems.
• Work with the Shipping and Receiving department regarding the delivery& storing of product.
• Consult with the Production Manager or Manufacturing Manager relative to modification of machines and equipment in order to improve production and quality of products.
• Ensure that accurate and proper data is gathered and reported.
• Collaborate as needed with all departments to ensure smooth operations of plant site
• Together with Production Manager, Coach, monitor and evaluate employee performance.
• Complete all training for OSHA compliance, Hazmat and MSDS requirements & regulations (i.e. Lockout/Tagout, Fall Protection/Confined Space, Respiratory Protection, Ammonia Control, Hot Work, Emergency Response and Evacuation, etc.).
• Must have open availability to work a flexible schedule when production requires including; ability to work entire shift, extended shift hours, weekends, holidays, and required overtime in accordance with Oregon State laws.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Minimum of three years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous experience in food processing industry required.
• Requires strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Bilingual (English‑Spanish) speaking and writing skills preferred but not required.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to problem solve effectively to meet production and performance standards.
• Working knowledge of computers and basic understanding of inventory system.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and supervisors.
• Ability to work and handle confidential information professionally.
• Must be dependable and maintain a satisfactory attendance record.
• Demonstrate leadership skills and advocate team concept. Ability to get along well with diverse personalities (tactful, mature, flexible).
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, visitors, clients, etc.

We value teamwork, accountability, and growth. Join a family-owned company where your leadership can make a real impact every day. We're currently hiring for two Supervisors one for Day Shift and one for Swing Shift to motivate teams, support employee development, and help drive operational success. If you're ready to lead by example, solve problems, and make a difference, we'd love to hear from you!

Pay: $54,080.00 - $60,320.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 4% Match
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Supervising: 3 years (Preferred)
• Food production: 3 years (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Salem, OR 97301 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $54,080 - $60,320