Main purpose of the job:The Facilities Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily operation, maintenance, cleanliness, and safety of the facility to support efficient ice cream manufacturing operations. This role supervises facility personnel and contractors, ensures compliance with food safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements, and manages the plant's waste operations. The Facilities Supervisor plays a critical role in maintaining a safe, clean, and compliant production environment.
Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesFacility Operations & Maintenance - Supervise daily facility operations, including building systems, utilities, grounds, and common areas (internal and external).
- Coordinate and oversee maintenance activities to ensure optimal operation of facility equipment and infrastructure.
- Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities with internal maintenance teams and external contractors.
- Conduct routine facility inspections and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Ensure timely completion of work orders and facility-related projects.
- Maintain inventory of facility supplies, tools, and equipment.
- Coordinate equipment transfers across the Froneri US west coast sites (Bakersfield - Tulare) as needed.
Waste Operations- Oversee daily waste management activities, ensuring proper handling, storage, segregation, and disposal of production and non-production waste.
- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, company policies, and food safety standards regarding waste management.
- Coordinate waste pickups with approved vendors and service providers.
- Monitor waste compactors, balers, containers, recycling equipment, and associated systems to ensure proper functionality.
- Ensure proper disposal of food waste, packaging materials, cardboard, plastics, pallets, and other plant-generated waste streams.
- Maintain waste management records, manifests, and documentation as required.
- Conduct routine inspections of waste room areas to ensure cleanliness, pest prevention, and compliance with GMP standards.
- Identify opportunities to reduce waste generation and improve recycling and sustainability initiatives.
- Train employees on waste segregation and disposal procedures.
Sanitation, Safety & Compliance - Promote and enforce compliance with OSHA regulations, GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices), HACCP, environmental regulations, and company safety policies.
- Conduct regular facility safety inspections and corrective actions.
- Participate in safety audits, food safety audits, and regulatory inspections.
- Ensure facility areas remain clean, organized, and inspection-ready.
- Investigate facility-related incidents and implement corrective actions.
- Maintain emergency response readiness for facility-related situations.
Leadership & Team Management - Supervise, coach, and develop facilities and waste operations personnel.
- Schedule work assignments and ensure adequate staffing coverage.
- Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing feedback.
- Foster a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
- Support employee training and development initiatives.
Budget & Vendor Management - Assist with facility budget planning and expense control.
- Manage relationships with vendors, contractors, waste disposal providers, and service companies.
- Review contractor performance and ensure compliance with plant requirements.
- Obtain and evaluate quotes for facility services and improvement projects.
Required Qualifications - High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
- 3-5 years of facilities, maintenance, or operations supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience in food manufacturing, dairy processing, or consumer packaged goods preferred.
- Knowledge of building systems, facility maintenance practices, and waste management operations.
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations, GMPs, HACCP, and environmental compliance requirements.
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and CMMS systems preferred.
Preferred Qualifications - Experience working in refrigerated or cold-storage manufacturing environments.
- Experience managing waste reduction, recycling, and sustainability initiatives.
- OSHA 30 certification or equivalent safety training.
- Knowledge of wastewater systems and environmental compliance programs.
Key Competencies - Leadership and Team Development
- Safety Management
- Facility Operations
- Waste Management & Environmental Compliance
- Food Manufacturing Support
- Vendor Management
- Continuous Improvement
- Organization and Attention to Detail
WORK ENVIRONMENTIn this position, the employee will regularly work with and around others; in a wet and/or humid environment; in areas of high noise level; and around mechanical, electrical, and pressurized equipment. The work is fast paced.
- Cold Temperatures: Parts of the facility, such as storage and production areas, may be kept at low temperatures.
- Requires use of cold-protective PPE.
- May involve standing, lifting, and walking in refrigerated zones for extended periods.
- Fast-Paced: Workers often operate under strict timelines to meet production quotas.
- High-speed manufacturing floor with frequent movement, line assignment changes, and tight production timelines.
- Standing for Long Hours: Many roles require prolonged standing and repetitive tasks.
- Repetitive hand and arm movements required.
- Must be able to stand for hours with frequent bending, reaching, and lifting.
- Food Safety Regulations: Employees must follow hygiene and safety guidelines, including wearing protective gear (gloves, hairnets, etc.).
- Team-Oriented: Workers collaborate to ensure smooth production and packaging.
The position involves frequent exposure to nuts and other potential allergens.
The pay scale for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The pay range for prospective employees in this role is $90,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year,
, with opportunities for overtime, shift differential, cold premium pay and annual bonuses (variable depending on company performance).
We offer a comprehensive group benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, 401K plan with employer match and annual contribution available.
Visa sponsorship not available. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future. The company does not provide visa sponsorship or any immigration support (including STEM OPT training plan and H-1B lottery registration) for this position.
