Production Supervisor

Who we are! Schwan's Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle company CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leading U.S. manufacturer and marketer of quality foods offered through retail-grocery and food-service channels. Its many popular brands include Red Baron®, Tony's®, Big Daddy's®, Villa Prima and Freschetta® pizza; Mrs. Smith's® and Edwards® desserts; and Pagoda® Asian-style snacks. To learn more about Schwan's, visit ~~~. What we are looking for: Here at Schwan's Company, we put a high priority on having safe, clean, and healthy workspaces. And we want individuals that take that ~~~ are hiring a Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift for our manufacturing facility in Northeast, PA.

What you will get from us:

• Opportunities for career growth with a well-established food company

• For the right candidate, the Production Supervisor role is a starting point on the path to a Manufacturing Manager role

• A culture focused on ensuring the health, safety and well-being of its employees

• Support and mentorship from team members who are authentic, good-natured and highly skilled

• Competitive wages, incentive pay and a comprehensive package of benefits

Responsibilities:

• Directs production, packaging, and bakery on production lines to ensure company and USDA requirements are met

• Supervises, trains, and develops subordinates

• Responsible for interviewing and hiring qualified employees, following EEO and Affirmative Action guidelines

• Manages employee performance and skills development conducts performance appraisals and administers disciplinary action, including employment terminations when necessary

• Responsible for safety, housekeeping, policy administration, employee relations, cost control, and problem-solving

• Adjust daily work schedule as needed to meet production requirements.

• Works closely with USDA representative on site to ensure all company, state, and federal requirements for food safety are met

• Reviews and signs off on all Quality Assurance and HACCP documentation

• Checks product quality, usage, waste, product counts, and weights to assure performance and attainment

• Demonstrate KPI measures

• Reviews and/or prepares and assures accuracy of various operational reports

• Assures improvements, if needed, and timely distribution of reports and budget information

• Maintains constant improvement in making quality products, reducing costs, and following good manufacturing practices (GMP)

• Participates in and supports Global Manufacturing Food Safety Initiative programs, implementation, and compliance

• The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required, including but not limited to bump cap, safety glasses/goggles, face shield, face mask, ear plugs, hair and beard nets, gloves and safety shoes or rubber boots

Years of Experience : 4 - 5 years related work experience preferably in food industry manufacturing or equivalent combination of education and experience, with minimum of 2 years in supervision.

Education : High School diploma required. Bachelor's degree preferred

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities :

• Intermediate personal computer skills including Microsoft Office

• SAP experience beneficial

• Intermediate knowledge of robotics used in production

• Ability to effectively supervise line employees

• Strong communication and reasoning skills to provide a positive work environment

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals

• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs

• Knowledge of USDA, FDA, and BRC regulations preferred

• Advanced knowledge of bakery/dough processes preferred

The employing subsidiaries of Schwan's Company are Equal Opportunity Employers including disability and status as protected veteran.