Shift Operations Supervisor - Othello, WA

Summary

The role of the Shift Operations Supervisor is responsible for coordinating the activities in all areas on each shift to produce finished products at target specifications in a food safe environment, to maximize operational efficiencies and to ensure the safety of all employees This position will review quality standards by continuous monitoring of the finished product on all lines and executing the appropriate processing standards to achieve those quality standards. This role supervises and coordinates all work assignments for hourly employee activities at the facility to meet operational goals, specifically, but not limited to product quality, sanitation, food safety, employee safety along with any other customer or facility requirements. Leadership, delegation, coaching and subordinate development are key ingredients to the success of this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensures compliance to Company policy, procedures, and Union Agreement (where applicable). Ensure Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) Plans are current, relevant, and executed effectively to prevent unsafe conditions and adulteration of product.
• Assists in auditing their facility Quality and Production processes.  Provides an assessment of plant capability identifies gaps, works with project teams and functional partners to address gaps found during audits.
• Ensures that all employees are following safe practices and participating in the CARE process by being proactive in their approach to safety inside and outside of work.
• Ensures that all employees are properly trained to operate equipment, keep records, make timely communications, and to complete any other activity occurring in their area to maximize overall operational effectiveness.
• Ensures that finished product quality, food safety, and overall sanitation procedures and practices are meeting specifications or standards.
• Ensures that operations were assigned are always as efficient as possible in conjunction with changes in the process throughout each shift.  This includes the development and implementation of process/productivity improvements that affect Safety, Quality, and/or Costs and managing all tote and rework activities to minimize the overall impact to plant operations. Champions and supports Six Sigma processes and approaches to lean manufacturing.
• Ensures that the processing, packaging and analytical equipment is calibrated and functions properly.
• Is responsible for supporting, managing, or implementing Food Safety and Product Quality standards.
• May lead various departmental teams to participate in a cross functional team project for problem solving in a manner that promotes collaboration.  Works in conjunction with management team in monitoring production activities for the facility.
• Ensure employee adherence to company policies and procedures and conducts investigations and disciplinary actions if the need arises. Provides ongoing coaching and development to support training and career growth with employees.

Typical Education

Bachelor's degree (BA or BS) from 4-year college or university

Relevant Experience

3+ years related experience and/or training

Required Certifications

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