Production Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

Purpose of Position :

This position will help the Operations Manager manage and oversee all aspects of production within the location. In this role, will partner with various departments, including Warehouse, Shipping and Receiving and Quality Assurance, to coordinate efforts to improve quality and reduce costs, while maintaining adequate labor and resource utilization, to achieve maximum yields.

Accountabilities :

• Discuss production plan with Production Manager / Operation Manager on a weekly / daily basis.
• Review production goals with staff, on a daily basis, to determine if goals were met. If not, determine what factors prevented the attainment of production goals in order to apply appropriate remedial measures.
• Assist with Tracking labor and yield efficiencies for each shift. Implement changes in manpower to improve productivity yields.
• Maintain the proper labor force and ensure facility is operating within established labor budget.
• Assist the Manager with the production staff training to develop product knowledge and skills.
• Work closely with the Production Supervisors to ensure orders are completed in a timely manner.
• Ensure consistent availability of quality raw materials and packaging.
• Ensure compliance with all preparatory and processing procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all cut and pack size specifications, volume, quality, labeling, packaging and other product related guidelines.
• Coordinate sample production and assist with new product development.
• Partner with Quality Assurance team to monitor processing and finished product temperatures.
• Monitor chlorine levels and ensure appropriate cold chain systems are maintained throughout processing.
• Inspect finished goods to ensure they meet or exceed product specifications.
• Consistently review Quality, GMP and HACCP requirements to ensure company performance standards are met and / or exceeded.
• Effectively communicate with other Managers, Supervisors and other location leadership and teams on production issues and changes.

Minimum Skills Required :

Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. is a global leader in the production, distribution, and marketing of fresh and fresh-cut fruits and vegetables. Our diverse product portfolio also includes prepared fruits and vegetables, juices, beverages, snacks, and desserts—available in over 80 countries worldwide. With operations spanning more than 35 countries, we’ve proudly been nourishing families for over 135 years.

We are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fresh Del Monte and its affiliates do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We also participate in E-Verify