We are seeking a Production Supervisor to join our hard working and fast-paced team. The Production Supervisor will play an integral role in driving overall collaboration with our Site Leadership team. They will also interact indirectly with the corporate teams. The Production Supervisor is responsible for the daily operations of production to ensure that products are produced in line with safety, quality and consumer requirements for the Los Angeles bakery. As a member of the Department Leadership Team (DLT) this position is expected to help set tactical as well as strategic direction for the department. This position reports to and supports the Production Manager. This role will have line forepersons directly reporting to them with a crew size of 12-15 employees per line.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Leads effective distribution programs in coordination with the Production Manager.
- Provides administrative oversight of all production initiatives.
- Supervises, trains, develop and mentor employees on production functions.
- Responsible for employee's Time and Attendance records (KRONOS). Facilitates departmental trainings.
- Write, review, and revise Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) as needed.
- Works collaboratively with other departments within the bakery to meet the needs of our customers.
- Makes Continuous Improvement Program (CIP) recommendations.
- Ensures employees understand expectations and meet service levels, conducting employee performance reviews and corrective action as needed.
- Ensures staff work in a safe and efficient manner.
- Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree or 5 years' experience in a related field.
- A minimum of 5 years of manufacturing experience preferred. Food manufacturing experience a plus. Previous leadership experience preferred.
- Strong verbal and written communication with excellent interpersonal skills to develop trusting relationships.
- Strong conceptual, analytical and decision-making skills.
- Comfortable with presenting to large and small groups.
- Strong multi-tasking and organizational, planning and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to collaborate cross functionally and coordinate efforts around process improvement.
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to drive change.
- Able to prioritize and meet deadlines within specified time constraints.
- Proficient in MS Office programs.
- Ability to work in a fast paced, fluid environment.
- Ability to adjust schedule as needed to support a 24/7 manufacturing environment, which could include working hours outside of a typical day shift schedule.
