Michael Foods, Inc.

Plant Superintendent

Michael Foods, Inc.$80K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
  • 5-7 years of experience in processing and supervision.
  • Familiarity with continuous manufacturing processes preferred.
  • Experience in preventative and predictive maintenance programs.
  • Strong interpersonal skills for collaboration at all levels.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Ability to be on call and work extended hours as necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and coordinate salaried supervisors, setting goals and evaluating performance.
  • Manage manufacturing resources to achieve production targets aligned with business objectives.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, environmental standards, and safety protocols.
  • Maintain or improve a safe work environment within the plant.
  • Schedule staff and assign duties to meet production demands.
  • Administer controls for material and labor usage.
  • Implement programs to enhance employee engagement and morale.
  • Participate in the maintenance of production equipment and procedures.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for continuous improvement and professional development.
  • Collaborative work environment across all levels of the organization.
  • Focus on employee engagement and morale enhancement strategies.
Full Job Description
Location Description

Wakefield is one of the largest production facilities within Michael Foods. We serve as a flex plant and are able to produce everything from a whole pasteurized egg to liquid, dried, hardboiled and curds.

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Plant Superintendent will have the responsibility for meeting line objectives related to production KPI's, safety, quality, personnel matters, and enforcement of company policy. This includes continuous improvement throughout the facility and development of individuals within their organization.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Directly supervises and coordinates salaried supervisor roles including goal setting, evaluating performance, hiring and terminating.
2. Schedules and supervises manufacturing resources to meet production goals established by operations management in alignment with business goals and objectives.
3. Assures production activities are in compliance with company policies and procedures to include environmental, quality control standards and safety compliance.
4. Ensures a safe work environment is maintained or improved throughout the plant.
5. Schedules staff and assigns duties to meet production needs.
6. Develops and administers material and labor usage controls.
7. Implements employee relations programs with the objective of improving employee engagement and morale.
8. Participates in production equipment maintenance program (as needed) including evaluation of predictive maintenance data, scheduling PM activities.
9. Responds to unexpected interruptions in the production process.
10. Maintains inventories of production supplies.
11. Human resource concepts and procedures.
12. Federal, state and local laws, rules, and regulations related to food processing.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.
• 5-7 years' experience in processing and supervision.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
• Experience with continuous manufacturing processes.
• Preventative and predictive maintenance program experience.
• Experience working collaboratively with all levels of employees.
• Experience with developing and implementing a positive employee relations process.
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to be on call and work extended or after hours as needed.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work and may not include all of the
responsibilities or duties required.

About Michael Foods, Inc.

Michael Foods is a leading producer and distributor of value-added food products. The company's products include egg products, refrigerated potato products, and cheese and dairy products. Michael Foods' egg products are used in a variety of food products, including baked goods, soups, sauces, and prepared meals. The company's potato products are used in a variety of food products, including mashed potatoes, hash browns, and potato pancakes. Michael Foods was founded in 1905 and is headquartered in Minnetonka, Minnesota.
Learn more about Michael Foods, Inc.
Size
3,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1908

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