Associate Supervisor, Production (Finance)

• Implements operational strategies in assigned area(s) to assure company objectives in the areas of safety, productivity, quality, customer service, sales, human capital, cost and profitability.
• Accountable for assigned area's key performance metrics including machine and labor efficiencies and provides guidance to production associates to ensure scorecard objectives are met.
• Supports capacity planning process to meet internal and external customer on-time-delivery demands.
• Collaborates with cross-functional leaders to support continuous improvement initiatives to drive operational excellence.
• Provides guidance on staffing, training, employee relations and performance management to develop and enhance the salaried and hourly production team, working closely with direct reports.
• Interacts with key stakeholders to provide technical support and/or resolve order problems or complaints.
• Maintains industry, professional and technical knowledge by networking, attending industry events, and reviewing professional publications.
• The Production Manager will provide coverage in the absence of the Production Supervisor to ensure adequate resources are available to achieve food safety and food quality objectives and support the development, implementation, maintenance and on-going improvement of the SQF system.
• The duties are normal for this position. The incumbent may perform some or all of these duties; however, it is not an exclusive or all-inclusive list. Other duties may be assigned.

Education & Experience

• High School diploma required, Bachelor's degree preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of and ability to use and influence organization's policies, standards and procedures guiding manufacturing processes
• Knowledge of methods, accepted practices, considerations and regulatory requirements associated with safety and protection of workers, environment and site
• Knowledge of the existing and planned approaches and methods for manufacturing products or product components.
• Knowledge of day-to-day and strategic issues, operational requirements and management of a manufacturing facility.
• Knowledge of the day-to-day operations of a manufacturing plant or facility.
• Knowledge of technologies and applications used in manufacturing products and in the optimization of manufacturing processes.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Primarily works in a production and/or warehouse setting with time also spent in an office setting
• Frequent walking and standing required
• Occasional travel required
• Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.

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