Foremost Farms USA, headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin, is a world-class supplier of cheese, dairy products, and ingredients to national and international markets. As a dairy cooperative, we are owned by the 1,100 dairy farmers who supply our high-quality milk. Our flexible, diverse plant network allows us to manufacture products and ingredients that are most in-demand - and provide a strong, secure market for our member-owners' milk.

We're looking for employees who challenge the status quo, innovate and aim for excellence. Because we're working to be the world's best - to Be Foremost - we'll bring out the best in you.

JOB TITLE: Production Supervisor - Packaging (Night Shift)
POSITION TYPE: Full time
CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

2-2-3 Schedule, 6:00PM - 6:00AM

Position Overview

The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading and supervising production floor employees. They will contribute to the success of the organization by driving and supporting employee engagement efforts and ensuring an optimal balance of quality, service and efficiency to provide operational excellence.

Key Accountabilities:

• Ensure production activities are performed and completed to effectively optimize production:
• Oversee and mentor production associates including delegation of work assignments, prioritization of duties, and scheduling employees.
• Evaluate processes and methods, to make appropriate recommendations to continuously improve methods, equipment performance, utilization of people, and quality of product and safety objectives including the completion of all required production paperwork through accountability and coaching.
• Address and resolve inquiries and problems regarding production, quality, and work issues.
• Ensure all quality standards and procedures are maintained by administrating quality procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices, environmental sanitation, food safety, and housekeeping.
• Oversee the completion of all production paperwork (records, inventory, sanitation reports, processing charts, etc.)

Ensure safety and training in the workplace:

• Participate in safety efforts including attending safety meetings, incident investigations, assisting in root cause analysis and auditing.
• Administer company policies and procedures including OSHA and safety.
• Schedule and document training of new and present employees.
• Schedule and delegate overtime according to the collective bargaining agreement.

Build a culture of operational excellence:

• Coordinate all shift activities between shifts to ensure a smooth and efficient transition.
• Manage environmental sanitation programs and assist with regulatory inspections and customer audits.
• Review department practices and processes and suggest improvements.
• Liaise with other stakeholders to support goals and plans to ensure consistency across all functions.
• Coordinating special plant-wide functions such as production planning and/or scheduling, sanitation, safety, etc.
• Other related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma/GED.
• 1 year of job-related experience.

• Bachelor's degree in manufacturing or related field.
• 3 years of job-related experience.

Job Setting: Regular presence in the workplace is required. Must be available to work weekends and holidays as needed and participate with an on-call schedule.

What you can expect:

• Collaborative work environment where co-workers become friends.
• Advancement opportunities so that you can excel professionally and personally.
• Paid time off, starting at 200 hours (25 days)
• 10 Paid holidays
• 401(k) with a generous company contribution (100% match on up to 8% deferral)
• Flexible spending accounts - for medical and dependent care (childcare) expenses
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid parental leave (6 weeks paid at 100%)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral program
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer
Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled are encouraged to apply.

At Foremost Farms USA, we believe that employee diversity brings strength to our organization. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disabilities, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

Successful completion of pre-employment screening is required, which could include a drug test, background check, and other verifications or assessments to be sure you will be able to succeed in your position.

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