Job Description

THE ROLE: 

The Production Supervisor is responsible for managing all daily production activities for assigned shift or area with the intent to efficiently create quality and food safe products, in a safe, and respectful work environment. This position will be responsible for leading a team; ensuring policies and procedures are followed, and company objectives are met.  

· Lead and supervise employees including staffing and recruiting, training, and performance management; establish and communicate clear performance expectations, through coaching, direction, and open communication 
· Actively participate in food safety and people safety programs; ensuring all related policies and practices are being followed and concerns are being addressed 
· Understand and support the development, implementation and management of various procedures and practices; providing insights to support a culture of continuous improvement  
· Coordinate all production activities and schedule team members to maximize performance and meet business needs; managing changeovers, down time, employee overtime, planned and unplanned absences and temporary labor  
· Ensure lines are running efficiently per established guidelines; troubleshoot areas of concern and report out successes and deficiencies when appropriate 
· Ensure food safety and quality through various means including visual inspection of product, processing areas and employee activities; performing seal and packaging checks; ensuring GMPs and good housekeeping procedures are followed  
· Use various computer systems, including the use of ipads, to manage production effectiveness, materials and manufacturing specs; train and coach employees 
· Partner with all departments including quality assurance, warehousing, maintenance, purchasing, etc.; communicating concerns and improvement opportunities effectively 
· Provide back up support to supervisors, plant manager and other positions as requested 
· Collaboratively perform other duties as needed and directed to support the goals of the company 

Work Environment: 

Oregon Ice Cream contains office, manufacturing and outdoor workspaces where this position is required to access and work. This position requires frequent use of a computer and related hardware and frequent walking and standing in and around the facility. A person must be able to walk, sit, stand, bend, twist and climb stairs; see, hear and talk; use hands to type, handle or feel tools or controls; use hands and arms to reach. Lifting/moving up to 30lbs is also required; occasional lifting/transferring of objects may be required with assistance up to 75 lbs. This position also requires a person to handle environments of varied temperatures and with various food allergens present; and be comfortable at various heights.  

In addition, this position requires a person to travel occasionally to various worksites including OIC locations, vendor or training sites and various other venues.  

QUALIFIED CANDIDATE WILL HAVE: 

· Minimum two years supervisory or leadership experience in food manufacturing or similar environment; ice cream experience highly preferred  
· Bachelor’s degree in business, food science or related field preferred; high school diploma (or equivalent) plus leadership training or other related experience required 
· Familiarity with GMPs, safe work environment practices; SQF knowledge preferred 
· Experience in Microsoft Office; proven ability to learn and use various systems effectively; experience with Microsoft NAV, Redzone, and/or Alchemy preferred  
· Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate (verbal/writing) effectively at all levels and with all customers, internally and externally 
· Ability to effectively lead, motivate and hold team members accountable; ability to establish and maintain trust and credibility 
· Demonstrated ability to self-manage, take initiative and use independent judgement and decision making, asking for support when appropriate 
· Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced work environment 
· Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends and occasional holidays 
· A passion for quality food and ice cream is a plus!