Production Supervisor 3rd Shift

SHIFT: 3rd

Why you will love working at Maola:

• Built on over a century of dedication Maola is always looking aheadinvesting in our people strengthening our communities and securing fresh local dairy for the future.
• Join a farmer-owned cooperative rooted in integrity sustainability and a passion for providing fresh high-quality Maola dairy products.
• We prioritize your well-being with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including Medical Dental Vision 401(k) with employer match Life Insurance paid time off and moreavailable within your first month.
• Our employees are an integral part of who we are what you do and what you think matters.

Starting Annual Salary Range: $70000 - $80000

SUMMARY

The purpose of the Production Supervisor position is to support employees in achieving success as they produce and ship products that meet the required volume quality standards and adherence to production and shipping schedules. This role focuses on ensuring operations are efficient and cost-effective while driving continuous improvement in plant company policies federal regulations from FDA USDA OSHA and EPA.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLLITIES

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

To fulfill the purpose of the Production Supervisor key responsibilities include:

• Collaborating and clarifying daily production shipping schedules and other manufacturing objectives.
• Supporting employees in meeting job requirements and ensuring adherence to schedules throughput and quality standards by clearly communicating objectives providing training ensuring availability of tools and materials and enforcing accountability.
• Monitoring daily process performance identifying gaps in meeting goals and initiating timely corrective actions while maintaining effective communication with relevant stakeholders.
• Leading and engaging employees in focused business and process improvement initiatives.
• Coordinating production activities with maintenance quality and sanitation teams to optimize machine and equipment performance.
• Promoting a sense of urgency during production runs and addressing machine downtime promptly.
• Completes daily paperwork including Log Sheets Accident Reports. Status Report for Plant Manager and Time and Production records.
• Conducts walk through and inspection of plant operations to ensure that plant is in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices and Quality Standards.
• Ensure a safe work environment and compliance with safety protocols.
• Enforce Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) policies Good Manufacturing Policies (GMP) safety regulations and plant documentation standards.
• Verify proper setup of production lines for specific products.
• Ensure all products meet food safety and quality specifications.
• Assist operators in achieving throughput and quality standards efficiently.
• Provide clear direction training and support to employees to meet job performance GMP and housekeeping standards.
• Monitor process performance identify root causes of underperformance and address issues effectively including personnel matters.
• Manage time and attendance records for production staff and arrange shift coverage when approving time off.
• Other duties may be assigned.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma GED or International Equivalent required.
• Bachelors degree or equivalent of education and experiencepreferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of related supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Manufacturing experience with exposure to continuous improvement practices lean manufacturing and statistical methods preferred.
• Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs.
• Willingness to work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule.

COMPETENCIES:

• Communication
• Communicate clearly and effectively through multiple channels oral written visual and non-verbal ensuring our messages are understood and delivered appropriately whether in-person or digitally.
• Accountability
• Take responsibility for actions and anticipate challenges before they arise.
• Solve problems both within and outside of departments proactively addressing issues as they occur.
• Customer Focused
• Prioritize understanding and meeting both internal and external customer needs.
• Ensure high levels of satisfaction and loyalty by anticipating customer requirements and striving for exceptional service.
• Initiative
• Proactive in identifying opportunities and addressing potential threats.
• Act independently and decisively rather than waiting for situations to demand action.
• Problem-Solving
• Possess the ability to identify and address complex issues with minimal guidance.
• Skilled at analyzing challenges and finding practical effective solutions.
• Collaboration
• Take responsibility for deliverables while also supporting others to ensure that collective goals are met.
• Able to work harmoniously with others toward a common goal recognizing and valuing each persons contributions is fundamental to successful collaboration.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee must be able to reach bend extend and lift 50-60 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The work environment may require working in the cooler room with varying degrees of temperature and may include contact with water or dairy liquids.
• Exposed to a noise level of 90 decibels.â The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate/high.â Wet/slippery work conditions.

Maola Local Dairies is a farmer-owned cooperative sustainably producing a full suite of nutritious dairy products. Maola processes milk cream butter and dry milk powders through our network of six dairy processing plants. With a keen eye on quality freshness and love for the environment Maola delivers dairy products that are both nutritious and sustainable to our local communities. For more information about Maola please visit .

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex sexual orientation gender identity religion national origin disability veteran status or other legally protected status.

Required Experience:

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