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AMPI PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR in Paynesville, Minnesota
Description JOB SUMMARY: The Production Supervisor is responsible for providing leadership for plant operations. This individual will work closely with all departments to establish and enforce safe process methods that ensure operational effectiveness and production adherence. The supervisor will champion an environment of respect and responsibility through professional communication, accountability, budget consciousness, teamwork, quality, safety and productivity. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time. All AMPI employees have an obligation to report employee safety, food safety and food quality issues to personnel of authority. This position has a heightened food safety and food quality responsibilities. Manage, mentor and support production operations and employees. Work jointly with maintenance to identify equipment issues, establish day to day operational priorities, improve machine efficiency, managing the priority and completion of work on shift. Facilitate production expectations with plant personnel; ensuring that goals are met on a day to day, month to month basis. Ensure that processing equipment setups are completed in the timeframe required to meet department expectations and productivity. Establish training procedures and processes that improve job knowledge, including cross training. Provide daily updates to department managers. Build a strong working relationship with plant personnel, providing leadership, teaching, and effective communication methods, that ensure enforcement of company policies and procedures. Understand software controls which will include addressing system performance issues and training. Establish a "zero injury" safety culture and motivate employees to follow safety policies and procedures. Participate in the annual management review of the Food Safety and Quality system. Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner by gathering and analyzing information skillfully. Work well in group problem solving situations and develop alternative solutions. Create a positive team with the ability to build morale and group commitments to meet goals and objectives. Ability to manage projects by creating workable plans; communicate changes effectively, build commitments and overcome resistance. Develop realistic action plans, by prioritizing and planning work activities. Plans for additional resources as needed. Include team members in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement. Makes oneself available to employees, providing regular performance feedback, develop subordinates' skills and encourages growth. Ability to react well under pressure. Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position. Accepts responsibility for own actions and follows through on commitments. Leads and guides all Quality and Food Safety policies and procedures, reporting any nonconformity. Leads and guides all Safety policies and procedures, reporting any nonconformity. Leads and guides GMP policies and procedures, reporting any nonconformity. Establish and maintain strong customer relationships as needed. Promptly investigate customer complaints, determine root cause, implement corrective action and provide follow-up. An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES: The following are required competencies of the position that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job: Demonstrated proficiency in Windows, MS Office Suite including; Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook, internet/intranet and other organizational specific software. Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational and time management skills. Ability to adapt effectively within a continually changing and demanding environment. Demonstrate an understanding of the products manufactured and the processes involved. Thorough understanding and broad application of safety regulations, standards, principles, theories, and techniques. Understanding of equipment operations and minor troubleshooting ability. Must be able to demonstrate an ability and willingness to communicate effectively in order to maintain high levels of Safety, Quality and Efficiency. Ability to read and comprehend standard operating procedures and company guidelines in order to maintain regulatory compliance. Ability to understand daily production needs. Able to read and comprehend standard operating procedures. Lead in a team environment safely. Detail oriented, be quality minded. Able to perform at a high level in a fast-paced environment. Must have high level of discretion and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately. Working knowledge of budgets and financial statements. Independent worker and analytical thinker with ability to conduct research, data analysis and resolve complex problems. Ability to plan, initiate, direct and carry out short and long-term programs. Ability to define problems, collect and document data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Thorough understanding and board application of safety regulations, standards, principles, theories, and techniques. Strong project management skills. Demonstrated training skills involving making presentations covering various topics. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of situations and events and respond accordingly. Possess traits of honesty, integrity, creativity and flexibility. Maintain a valid drivers' license. EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED), required Bachelor's degree in food science, or related field or a combination of education and relevant work experience. Five years' experience in dairy or food production, manufacturing, industrial process operations or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Three years of supervisory experience, preferred. To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Office including, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Experience with Oracle ERP or other ERP systems is preferred, but not required Knowledge of SQF, HACCP, GMP's, OSHA and loss control programs is highly desirable. Associated Milk Producers Inc. (AMPI) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Military and veterans are encouraged to apply. BENEFITS/REWARDS: AMPI offers competitive starting pay, PTO, 401k, short-term disability, health, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance programs and more. PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities... For full info follow application link. Equal Opportunity Employer minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity. If you require reasonable accommodation to apply toward our positions, please reach out to 1-800-533-3580 or hr@ampi.com for assistance. NO AGENCIES, PLEASE.