Production Supervisor 3rd shift (Food Plant)

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The Plant Production Supervisor  located in Boise Idaho oversees employees in a designated department within a manufacturing setting. This role involves coordinating and assigning tasks, implementing policies and procedures, and recommending improvements in manufacturing methods, equipment, and processes. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and coaching employees; and resolving complaints and issues.

****  Worksite location: Boise Idaho area.****

Must be able to work one weekend evening either Saturday or Sunday.

Required Experience:

• 2+ years of supervisory or lead experience required in a food processing/manufacturing plant.
• Experience in production, packaging, warehouse, and/or distribution preferred.
• Experience in the food industry preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA, Food Safety, FDA, and USDA regulations.
• Familiarity with ISO certifications within the food industry (FSSC, ISO 9001).
• Proficiency with computers and systems (Microsoft Word, manufacturing operating systems)
• Bilingual Spanish a plus
• Ability to work overnight 3rd shift

Core Responsibilities:

• Ensure the department operates smoothly, safely, and productively.
• Maintain the quality and consistency of products.
• Focus on production, quality, and employee management.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve problems.

Detailed Responsibilities:

• Analyze and evaluate daily operations and their impact on department performance.
• Identify employee strengths and weaknesses, providing training and coaching to address weaknesses and leverage strengths.
• Assess staff and department performance, recommending and initiating training, development, communication, and discipline as needed.
• Resolve work problems and assist employees in problem-solving, motivating them to achieve organizational goals.
• Meet regularly with management and other supervisors to discuss departmental issues.
• Assist in interviewing, hiring, and training personnel as necessary.
• Perform administrative duties accurately and professionally, including handling phone calls, voicemails, paperwork, scheduling, and attending meetings.
• Ensure employees understand job requirements and company policies and procedures.
• Adjust manufacturing processes to maintain conformance with standards, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Maintain all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare reports on production volume, yields, quality, productivity, and efficiency.
• Coordinate activities with other supervisors to ensure departmental alignment.
• Schedule staff and estimate worker hour requirements for daily job assignments.
• Review and approve time records of staff, explaining variances in hours worked and productivity.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, GSP, FSSC practices, QC policies, and procedures, and proper maintenance of equipment.
• Provide data for budget creation or implementation.
• Collaborate with other management to establish and communicate company policies, procedures, and goals.
• Execute quality assurance programs to prevent or eliminate defects in new or existing products.
• Work closely with Maintenance on equipment and department maintenance issues.
• Ensure department efficiency by assisting with tasks such as printing labels, moving pallets, and filling in for workers as needed.
• Review technical problems and recommend solutions.
• Inspect the department and equipment to ensure optimal housekeeping conditions.
• Support a safe and positive work environment, analyzing and resolving work and employee issues.
• Be prepared for travel and extended or off-hours work as required.
• This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions and does not restrict additional tasks that may be assigned.

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s degree or higher preferred.

Shift: Hours: 3^rd shift: 5:30pm to 5:30am (overnight shifts)
Shift Days: Sunday to Tuesday or Thursday to Saturday (half shift on Wednesday)

Salary $70k/yr.

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