Production Supervisor

GENERAL PURPOSE

The Production Line Supervisor at Beehive Meals plays a crucial role in leading a dynamic team of Meal Prep Team Members, ensuring the efficient production of high-quality freezer meals.

The ideal candidate for this supervisory position possesses strong leadership skills, a commitment to fostering a positive team culture, and the ability to maintain high levels of quality and productivity in a fast-paced food production environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Team Leadership and Management :

• Supervise and lead a team of Meal Prep Team Members in the preparation and packaging of meals.
• Provide clear direction, guidance, and support to ensure daily tasks are completed effectively and efficiently.

Foster a Positive Team Culture : Create and maintain a positive and inclusive team environment that promotes collaboration, open communication, and a strong sense of belonging.

Training and Development :

• Identify training needs within the team related to meal preparation and packaging.
• Work through the team's dedicated training specialist to provide coaching and mentoring for team members to enhance their skills and knowledge in food processing.

Task Assignment : Assign tasks and responsibilities to team members based on their skills and strengths while considering production schedules and deadlines.

Performance Monitoring :

• Regularly assess team performance in meal preparation, assembly, and packaging.
• Provide constructive feedback and recognize outstanding performance.
• Address any performance issues promptly.

Production Planning : Collaborate with production planners and managers to ensure production schedules are met, and resources are utilized efficiently.

Quality Control :

• Implement and oversee quality control procedures specific to meal production.
• Ensure products meet or exceed established quality standards.
• Ensure Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) are followed at all times.

Process Improvement :

• Identify opportunities for process improvements in meal preparation and packaging.
• Implement changes to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance product quality.

Safety Compliance : Ensure all team members adhere to safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.

Documentation : Maintain accurate records of production activities, including production reports, inventory levels, and incident reports.

Motivate the Team : Inspire and motivate team members to achieve production goals and targets, fostering a sense of ownership and accountability.

Conflict Resolution : Effectively resolve conflicts and address issues that may arise within the team, promoting a harmonious work environment.

NATURE OF WORK CONTACTS

Interact and communicate in a professional and effective manner with all levels of employees, management, executives, vendors, customers and external partners.

TRAINING & QUALIFICATIONS :

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.

Proven Leadership : 1-2 years of experience in a supervisory or team leadership role, preferably in a production or manufacturing setting.

Team Building : Strong interpersonal and team-building skills, with a track record of creating a positive and productive team culture.

Communication : Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to convey information clearly and facilitate effective teamwork.

Problem-Solving : Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to identify and address production-related challenges.

Time Management : Exceptional time management skills to prioritize tasks and meet production deadlines.

Work Safety Awareness : Knowledge of workplace safety regulations and a commitment to ensuring a safe working environment for the team.

Food Safety Awareness : Knowledge of food safety regulations and commitment to ensuring GMP's are followed and upheld at all times.

Continuous Improvement : Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and a proactive attitude toward process optimization.

Bilingual preferred

PHYSICAL / SENSORY DEMANDS :

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is generally performed in a production / warehouse environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to :

• Stand for extended periods of time.
• Use hands to handle food products and processing equipment.
• Perform repetitive wrist, hand and / or finger movement
• Feel the attributes of objects, grasp, and push.
• Wear personal protective equipment while working (provided) - this might include, and is not limited to hairnet, facemask, gloves, safety glasses, etc.
• Stand and work over a table.
• Reach with arms or hands, including overhead.
• Lift and carry varying objects of 15 - 40 lbs., and up to 75lbs. throughout the day.

Job Type : Full-time; Monday through Friday with 1 designated day off; 5 : 40 am to 2 : 00 pm.

Pay : $22 to $24 per hour.

Work Location : In person

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