Plant Supervisor at Schwan's summary:
As a Plant Supervisor at Schwan’s Company, you will lead a team in a frozen desserts manufacturing facility, ensuring production goals are met while adhering to safety and quality standards. Responsibilities include training and developing staff, managing employee performance, and maintaining compliance with USDA and FDA regulations. The position requires strong leadership skills and knowledge of food manufacturing processes, along with effective communication and problem-solving abilities.
Schwan’s Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle brand CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leader in manufacturing and marketing quality foods enjoyed nationwide. We have beloved brands like Red Baron®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Villa Prima™ and Freschetta® pizzas; bibigo®, Pagoda® Asian-style snacks and we can’t forget Mrs. Smith’s® and Edwards® pies! We bring families and communities together through great food. Join our team and see the opportunities are real, and the sky is the limit; this isn’t just a job, it’s a seat at the table!
We are hiring a 2nd shift Production Supervisor for our frozen desserts manufacturing facility in Stilwell, OK. In this role, you will manage a team to help deliver production goals specific to frozen pies and breaded okra. Typical hours are Monday-Friday from 4 p.m. - 2 a.m. (with an occasional Saturday based on Supervisor rotation and need).
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
Qualifications:
- Intermediate personal computer skills including Microsoft Office
- HS Diploma; 2-year or 4-year degree preferred.
- 4+ years of related work experience, preferably in food manufacturing or another CPG, with 2 years in a leadership (i.e. Team/Line Lead or higher) capacity.
- 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
- Knowledge of USDA, FDA, and BRC regulations preferred
- Advanced knowledge of bakery/dough processes preferred
Compensation and Benefits:
The base salary range for this position is $58,500 to $97,500 annually with eligibility for a 10% annual incentive bonus that is based on organizational performance. The pay range represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to education, skills, work experience, certifications, geography etc. As such, starting pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.
Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a strong foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, and wellbeing support programs.
The employing subsidiaries of Schwan's Company are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, vet status, national origin, or other protected class.
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Keywords:
Plant Supervisor, Food Manufacturing, Production Management, USDA Compliance, Employee Training, Food Safety, Leadership, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing Operations, Bakery Processes