Food production supervisor job description
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Food production supervisor requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in food production supervisor job postings.
Sample food production supervisor requirements
- Experience in food production management
- Knowledge of food safety regulations
- Ability to operate food processing equipment
- Understanding of inventory management
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Sample required food production supervisor soft skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong leadership and team management abilities
- Problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
- Attention to detail and quality control
Food production supervisor job description example 1
Conagra Brands food production supervisor job description
Conagra Brands, Imlay City, Home of Vlasic. is offering several full-time employment opportunities. The Vlasic brand is celebrating 80 Years! Vlasic product demand has continued to increase offering a promising future with opportunities to grow with the company. A variety of schedules and job opportunities are available with competitive benefits, wages and a culture that embraces diversity.
Machine Operator (Capper, Palletizer, Traypack, Labeler) Quality Control (SPC)
Openings Available - 1st Shift $15.99/hr. (limited availability)
2nd $15.99 + $0.25 premium =$16.24/hr.
2nd $15.99 + $0.40 premium =$16.39/hr.
$600 Retention Bonus Currently Offered due to Business Demand !
FULL-TIME! FULL BENEFITS!
Eleven (11) Paid HolidaysMedical, Dental, Vision & Rx401k (50% match up to 6% maximum) Flexible Spending (Health/Childcare) Tuition Re-imbursement Growth Opportunities and more ….
Responsibilities
Complete routine quality checks and documentation in accordance with standard work Work closely with Quality, Production Supervisors and Crew leaders to support production demand and maintain product packaging quality standards Work well in a team oriented environment
Requirements
Adhere to standard work procedures Read and interpret documents, including but not limited to, safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.Accurately and legibly complete written documentation Recognize and establish priorities.Compliance with plant safety and quality procedures Must be dependable, self-motivated and maintain an acceptable attendance record Overtime as scheduled (daily and weekend) Compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) RequirementsSafe Food Handling
SKILLS
Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment Organized and self-directed Strong interpersonal communication skills
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Stand/WalkLifting up to 35#Bending/Reaching/Climbing
Our Benefits:
We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:
Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life, accident and disability insurance Wealth: great pay, incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan Growth: online courses, virtual and classroom development experiences Balance: paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role)
Our Company:
Conagra Brands is one of North America's leading branded food companies. We have a rich heritage of making great food, and a team that's passionate about innovation and growth. Conagra offers choices for every occasion through iconic brands, such as Birds Eye , Marie Callender's , Banquet , Healthy Choice , Slim Jim , Reddi-wip , and Vlasic , and emerging brands, including Angie's BOOMCHICKAPOP , Duke's , Earth Balance , Gardein , and Frontera .
We pride ourselves on having the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in the food industry. For more information, visit www.conagrabrands.com.
Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law.
Machine Operator (Capper, Palletizer, Traypack, Labeler) Quality Control (SPC)
Openings Available - 1st Shift $15.99/hr. (limited availability)
2nd $15.99 + $0.25 premium =$16.24/hr.
2nd $15.99 + $0.40 premium =$16.39/hr.
$600 Retention Bonus Currently Offered due to Business Demand !
FULL-TIME! FULL BENEFITS!
Eleven (11) Paid HolidaysMedical, Dental, Vision & Rx401k (50% match up to 6% maximum) Flexible Spending (Health/Childcare) Tuition Re-imbursement Growth Opportunities and more ….
Responsibilities
Complete routine quality checks and documentation in accordance with standard work Work closely with Quality, Production Supervisors and Crew leaders to support production demand and maintain product packaging quality standards Work well in a team oriented environment
Requirements
Adhere to standard work procedures Read and interpret documents, including but not limited to, safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.Accurately and legibly complete written documentation Recognize and establish priorities.Compliance with plant safety and quality procedures Must be dependable, self-motivated and maintain an acceptable attendance record Overtime as scheduled (daily and weekend) Compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) RequirementsSafe Food Handling
SKILLS
Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment Organized and self-directed Strong interpersonal communication skills
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Stand/WalkLifting up to 35#Bending/Reaching/Climbing
Our Benefits:
We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:
Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life, accident and disability insurance Wealth: great pay, incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan Growth: online courses, virtual and classroom development experiences Balance: paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role)
Our Company:
Conagra Brands is one of North America's leading branded food companies. We have a rich heritage of making great food, and a team that's passionate about innovation and growth. Conagra offers choices for every occasion through iconic brands, such as Birds Eye , Marie Callender's , Banquet , Healthy Choice , Slim Jim , Reddi-wip , and Vlasic , and emerging brands, including Angie's BOOMCHICKAPOP , Duke's , Earth Balance , Gardein , and Frontera .
We pride ourselves on having the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in the food industry. For more information, visit www.conagrabrands.com.
Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law.
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Food production supervisor job description example 2
Thistle food production supervisor job description
Who we are:
Founded in 2013, Thistle is an early-stage food-tech startup empowering our customers to get and stay healthy while improving our food system's sustainability. We deliver delicious, organic, healthy, plant-forward meals, cold-pressed juices, and snacks to customers on the West Coast at the elusive intersection of convenience, health, and sustainability. We don't want to be just another food delivery startup. Our focus is on our customers' health and happiness, and we are revolutionizing how fresh, nutritious, high-quality food is purchased, manufactured, and delivered at scale. Thistle is headquartered in Vacaville, CA, and we are backed by some amazing investors.
About the Role:
Reporting to the Production Manager, the Production Supervisor is responsible for supervising and coordinating a shift in the Production Department to manufacture quality products for our customers. The ideal candidate will have a roll-up your sleeves approach, has a positive attitude and works to empower and motivate their team, and thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment. This is a unique opportunity to be part of the early team at Thistle's brand new East Coast facility, located in Burlington, NJ, responsible for launching and growing Thistle East operations to bring delicious, plant-forward, and planet-friendly meals to customers on the East Coast. What you'll do:
What you'll bring:
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential values at Thistle. We know we do our best and most impactful work when we feel we are represented and belong. We're proud to actively recruit and hire talented people from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Founded in 2013, Thistle is an early-stage food-tech startup empowering our customers to get and stay healthy while improving our food system's sustainability. We deliver delicious, organic, healthy, plant-forward meals, cold-pressed juices, and snacks to customers on the West Coast at the elusive intersection of convenience, health, and sustainability. We don't want to be just another food delivery startup. Our focus is on our customers' health and happiness, and we are revolutionizing how fresh, nutritious, high-quality food is purchased, manufactured, and delivered at scale. Thistle is headquartered in Vacaville, CA, and we are backed by some amazing investors.
About the Role:
Reporting to the Production Manager, the Production Supervisor is responsible for supervising and coordinating a shift in the Production Department to manufacture quality products for our customers. The ideal candidate will have a roll-up your sleeves approach, has a positive attitude and works to empower and motivate their team, and thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment. This is a unique opportunity to be part of the early team at Thistle's brand new East Coast facility, located in Burlington, NJ, responsible for launching and growing Thistle East operations to bring delicious, plant-forward, and planet-friendly meals to customers on the East Coast. What you'll do:
- Supervise and coordinate activities of the production team for a shift including scheduling, time management, performance evaluations, hiring, and discipline
- Champion employee morale at all times
- Identify training needs and areas for employee development and professional growth
- Act as liaison and point of contact between leads, associates, and management team
- Ensure employees are following GMPs ensuring that products are consistently produced and controlled according to quality standards and Thistle policy
- Implement and champion new and existing initiatives across production teams
- Work cross-functionally with Culinary, Production, and Facilities teams to ensure proper receiving, handoffs, QA, and other organizational GMPs and standards
- Ensure accuracy of manifests and documentation logs, and ensure all team members understand their functionalities
- Keep up to date and maintain a working knowledge of relevant SOPs and processes
- Have consistent communication with the team for issues, and work with management to troubleshoot and resolve any challenges in real-time effectively and efficiently
- Be an active participant in weekly manager meetings and maintain open lines of communication
- Perform production area audits and conduct regular shift meetings to be in compliance with GMP, food safety, and safety regulations.
- Requires stooping, kneeling, bending, or reaching
- Ensure accuracy of manifests and documentation logs, and ensure all team members understands their functionalities
- Provide communication of real-time updates on necessary Slack channels on current line progression and/or productivity
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- 2+ years' experience in supervising employees in manufacturing or production, and working knowledge of California wage & time law; food manufacturing preferred
- Desire to grow into managerial positions and develop leadership skills
- Strong communication skills that put people first and ability to balance empathy and direct feedback in order to both support and advocate for the team and also maintain consistent standards of performance.
- Ability to form effective working relationships with a cross-functional team
- Ability to adhere to company SOPs and implement new initiatives as needed
- You bring your A-game every day and encourage your team to do the same
- You have a California or equivalent Food Handlers Certification
- Flexibility to work weekends or early morning shifts
- Ability to consistently work in a refrigerated environment
- Ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds
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Food production supervisor job description example 3
Dutchman Hospitality Group food production supervisor job description
Production Supervisor (Central Bakery) - Sugarcreek, Ohio
Dutch Creek Foods Inc.
1411 Old Route 39, Sugarcreek, OH 44681
At Dutch Creek Foods , we value people who value people! What youll be doing
Apply online or speak with Ray Borell, General Manager of Dutch Creek Foods. I love being able to interact with guests every day and giving them a reason to smile! RequiredPreferredJob Industries
Dutch Creek Foods Inc.
1411 Old Route 39, Sugarcreek, OH 44681
At Dutch Creek Foods , we value people who value people! What youll be doing
- Supervise day-to-day operations of central bakery
- Schedule staff
- Implement good manufacturing practices that meet government regulations
- Train the staff
- Keep equipment and facility in compliance with government requirements
- Track safety, quality, productivity, costs
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment
- Establish goals and identify opportunities
- Maintain labor standards and bakery expenses
- Use problem solving techniques
- Communicate production requirements to staff
- Education
- Previous experience in bakery production and food safety required
- Leadership skills
- A positive, friendly attitude
- Great communication skills
- Able to work in a fast-paced work environment
- Work well as part of a team
- Company discounts
- Sundays off
- Annual vacation bonus
- 401(k) plan with match
- Medical insurance and HSA
- Wellness Program
- Dental, Vision, Accident, Life, Critical Illness, Term Life Insurance available
- Scholarship program
- Leadership program
- SmartDollar
- Job Type
- Full-time position
- M-F position
- On-the-job training provided
Apply online or speak with Ray Borell, General Manager of Dutch Creek Foods. I love being able to interact with guests every day and giving them a reason to smile! RequiredPreferredJob Industries
- Food & Restaurant
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024