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Production Supervisor - Essentia

Lytton, Iowa

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 30 days ago

GMPLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingMicrosoft OfficeOSHAFood Safety

About the role

This position is responsible for ensuring all critical business aspects related to the assigned team while clearly communicating information to plant leadership.
This role ensures production of a quality product, processing in accordance with mandated regulations, current Good Manufacturing Procedures (cGMP) and established company procedures.
Ability to operate forklifts and non-motorized pallet jacks as needed. - Ability to assist in other work related areas as requested.

Drive root cause problem solving to address vendor, supplier, and customer issues concerning quality and delivery.
Manage all aspects of assigned work area including but not limited to projects, coordinating production workflow, troubleshooting production processes, costs, scheduling, shipping, receiving, and quality.

Ability to operate and train personnel on equipment and machinery used in the processing of product.
Ability to monitor the production processes, anticipate production concerns and make effective decisions while striving for continuity of the production process.
Ability to work daily and overtime as necessary.
Ability to remain calm and professional during peak periods.
Knowledge and ability to analyze, forecast, and plan production objectives.
General knowledge of OSHA standards and safe work practices.
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with Essentia Proteins personnel, contractors, vendors, suppliers, and other business related contacts.
Ability to adhere to USDA, OSHA, and other regulatory and compliance recordkeeping requirements.
Required Information and to Perform Job Duties - Yes
and/or Understand Required Information and to Perform Job Duties - Yes

High School Diploma or GED required.
College degree in industrial technology, business, management, or related field preferred.
Minimum three years of experience in a manufacturing environment required.
Previous supervisory or leadership experience required.
Experience in a food processing environment strongly preferred.

Manage team member performance, including annual performance evaluations and ongoing conversations.

This is a night shift position.
The Production Supervisor leads all activities of assigned team, including safety, quality, service, value, and teamwork.
Operate company vehicle, forklifts, and pallet jacks as needed.

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