Production Supervisor- 1st AND 2nd Shift
Klosterman Baking Company, United States
Job Description
About Klosterman Baking Company:
We provide quality products to all of our customers across the Midwest via Fresh Distribution, and Nationwide via Frozen Distribution. From our fresh hamburger buns to our hardy sliced bread varieties, our commitment to baking with natural ingredients and providing a fresh great taste never ends. Here at Klosterman we understand the importance of family, that’s why we pride ourselves on having a hometown feel within all our locations.
Klosterman Baking Company is seeking an energetic, enthusiastic, and experienced Production Supervisor for their Manufacturing facility in Springfield, OH. Together we bake products that are consumed locally and nationally across the country for restaurants, food service, and grocery retail use. Join us today to become a part of our fantastic team!
Production Supervisor Responsibilities:
-Weekend-Inclusive Rotational Schedule (1st and 2nd Shifts) Indicates that the schedule includes weekends and involves rotation between first and second shifts.
- Drives innovative and integrated operations initiatives in partnership with plant management, department heads, and other members of the Klosterman team
- .Supervises, directs and coordinates activities of production team members involved in bread/ bun baking process
- Builds and posts schedules weekly to the forecasted hours and ensures hours worked are within budget, and in accordance with Associate handbook and labor union contract
- Maintain daily production data including productivity, issues and enhancements.
- Allot the manpower accordingly with efficiency of completing the work on time, as well as union labor procedures
- Drive and support continual improvement processes, while focusing on Lean Manufacturing initiatives
- Ensures a safe and clean work environment following all company implemented safety standards.
- Follows plans to ensure that Klosterman Bakery is consistently staffed with top talent. Builds a strong internal partnership to meet staffing needs.
- Acts as an active leader and identifies, outlines and drives process excellence throughout production facility; develops and implements performance metrics and goals to assess individual and team performance levels, shares and utilizes proven best practices.
- Regularly monitors performance to identify and respond to deficiencies that impact customer service, satisfaction and quality.
- Actively develops top performers and utilizes established performance management guidelines to address performance issues.
- Train and coach associates engaged in Klosterman Baking Company Systems for future career advancement. In addition, ensure associates are trained and adhering to all department and company policies.
- Assists in development of training materials, data sets to support department functions. Trains new and existing associates on proper processes and procedures.
- Perform work procedures using Good Manufacturing Practices and HACCP to ensure food safety.
- Adheres to all safe quality food (SQF) requirements within Klosterman
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Production Supervisor Requirements:
- BS/BA in business or engineering strongly preferred
- 2-5 years of experience in supervision in a manufacturing environment preferred
- Prior experience with Lean Manufacturing / 5 S required
- Must be able to succeed in a fast paced environment
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Benefits
Company Benefits:
- Competitive Salary based on experience
- Medical and Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- 401k
- Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (Company Paid!)
- Upbeat and positive work environment
- Advancement Opportunities