Production Supervisor

Seneca Foods is one of North Americas leading providers of packaged fruits and vegetables with facilities located throughout the United States. Our high quality products are primarily sourced from over 1400 American farms. Seneca holds the largest share of the retail private label food service and export canned vegetable markets distributing to over 90 countries. Products are also sold under the brands of Libbys Aunt Nellies READ Seneca Farms Green Valley Green Giant (Shelf-Stable) CherryMan Paradise Pennant and Seneca labels including Seneca snack chips. Seneca also provides vegetable products to other companies under various co-pack arrangements.

Seneca Foods offers an excellent benefit package including Medical Dental Vision Life insurance 401K Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Paid Time Off and more! Help us make our Farm Fresh Goodness Great! Come join the Seneca Foods team Apply now!

Seneca Foods Corporation - Ripon WI is in search of a Production Supervisor!

During production season (June-November) (9pm-6am) this person is responsible for managing nightly production and sanitation. During the off season (November-June) Monday-Friday with no weekends or holidays worked.

Lead and coordinate the activities of the Production function to achieve company goals. Complete daily production requirements in a cost-effective manner which meets or exceeds good manufacturing practices and employee safety . Adequately train and instruct others within the department.

Essential Functions Responsibilities or Job Duties:

Oversee and supervise all production processes to ensure products meet quality and specification standards

Ensure the accurate and timely completion of all departmental records maintaining compliance with company policies and regulations

Manage production costs to consistently meet or exceed budgetary targets

Coordinate cross-departmental activities to ensure safe and efficient delivery handling and storage of materials

Foster a culture of teamwork continuous improvement and provide training to employees to promote safe and efficient operations

Develop and execute daily production plans ensuring optimal utilization of materials and resources

Make informed decisions on product quality employee concerns and equipment malfunctions and promptly escalate issues to management

Ensure a safe working environment for all employees by adhering to safety protocols and regulations

Assist in developing plant budgets and daily production plans

Purchase production supplies

Oversee and direct sanitation procedures

Conduct performance evaluations on assigned employees

Assist other management positions such as Warehouse Manager or Q.C. Manager

Coordinate activities between departments to ensure proper receipt and storage of supplies

Other duties as assigned or required by Management

Qualifications and Experience:

Familiarity with raw product preparation packaging thermal processes and other essential procedures (e.g. FDA USDA OSHA AIB and GMP)

Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization

Ability to make quick informed decisions in a fast-paced environment

Highly organized and adaptable to changing needs and priorities

College degree and/or 2 to 5 years of relevant experience or training in food manufacturing or a related field

Willingness to obtain certifications in Better Process Control School Thermal Processing Container Closure School and other necessary industry training

Three (3) to five (5) years of experience as a supervisor or Leadsperson. Food Manufacturing experience preferred

Seneca Foods Corporation is committed to providing equal opportunity for all through a positive and continuing affirmative action program. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against because of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability military and/or veteran status or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. Seneca Foods Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) please contact us at or call .