Job Description
The
Plant Production Supervisor located in Boise Idaho oversees employees in a designated department within a manufacturing setting. This role involves coordinating and assigning tasks, implementing policies and procedures, and recommending improvements in manufacturing methods, equipment, and processes. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and coaching employees; and resolving complaints and issues.
**** Worksite location: Boise Idaho area.****Must be able to work one weekend evening either Saturday or Sunday.
Required Experience: - 2+ years of supervisory or lead experience required in a food processing/manufacturing plant.
- Experience in production, packaging, warehouse, and/or distribution preferred.
- Experience in the food industry preferred.
- Knowledge of OSHA, Food Safety, FDA, and USDA regulations.
- Familiarity with ISO certifications within the food industry (FSSC, ISO 9001).
- Proficiency with computers and systems (Microsoft Word, manufacturing operating systems)
- Bilingual Spanish a plus
- Ability to work overnight 3rd shift
Core Responsibilities: - Ensure the department operates smoothly, safely, and productively.
- Maintain the quality and consistency of products.
- Focus on production, quality, and employee management.
- Identify, investigate, and resolve problems.
Detailed Responsibilities: - Analyze and evaluate daily operations and their impact on department performance.
- Identify employee strengths and weaknesses, providing training and coaching to address weaknesses and leverage strengths.
- Assess staff and department performance, recommending and initiating training, development, communication, and discipline as needed.
- Resolve work problems and assist employees in problem-solving, motivating them to achieve organizational goals.
- Meet regularly with management and other supervisors to discuss departmental issues.
- Assist in interviewing, hiring, and training personnel as necessary.
- Perform administrative duties accurately and professionally, including handling phone calls, voicemails, paperwork, scheduling, and attending meetings.
- Ensure employees understand job requirements and company policies and procedures.
- Adjust manufacturing processes to maintain conformance with standards, specifications, and customer requirements.
- Maintain all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and regulatory requirements.
- Prepare reports on production volume, yields, quality, productivity, and efficiency.
- Coordinate activities with other supervisors to ensure departmental alignment.
- Schedule staff and estimate worker hour requirements for daily job assignments.
- Review and approve time records of staff, explaining variances in hours worked and productivity.
- Ensure compliance with GMP, GSP, FSSC practices, QC policies, and procedures, and proper maintenance of equipment.
- Provide data for budget creation or implementation.
- Collaborate with other management to establish and communicate company policies, procedures, and goals.
- Execute quality assurance programs to prevent or eliminate defects in new or existing products.
- Work closely with Maintenance on equipment and department maintenance issues.
- Ensure department efficiency by assisting with tasks such as printing labels, moving pallets, and filling in for workers as needed.
- Review technical problems and recommend solutions.
- Inspect the department and equipment to ensure optimal housekeeping conditions.
- Support a safe and positive work environment, analyzing and resolving work and employee issues.
- Be prepared for travel and extended or off-hours work as required.
- This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions and does not restrict additional tasks that may be assigned.
Education: - High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Associate’s degree or higher preferred.
Shift: Hours: 3 rd shift: 5:30pm to 5:30am (overnight shifts)
Shift Days: Sunday to Tuesday or Thursday to Saturday (half shift on Wednesday)
Salary $70k/yr.
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