Production Coordinator (2nd Shift)

Summary:

Primary job function is to produce quality products in a cost efficient manner while overseeing efficient operations of the plant facilities. Promote team management and employee morale.

Primary Duties:

Provide for supervisory control of raw material inventory and daily usages.
 • Assist, plan and assign production sheets and work scheduling.
 • Work with Quality Manager to assure control of products, processing, packaging, handling and storage.  
 • Work with Cooler Manager to provide immediate attention and notification to any observed loss of quality or shelf life.
 • Evaluate and propose improvements in production costing and quality.
 • Establish and enforce GMP’s and SOP’s for all plant and operator positions. 
 • Enlist outside support to meet operational needs as necessary.
 • Enforce procedures to minimize product loss, time loss accidents and OHSA out of compliance losses.
 • Provide Leadership for production employee crew. Provide for the training and development of employees .
 • Assist in managing personnel issues, attendance, performance, and disciplinary actions as necessary.  
 • Serves on various committees, i.e., Safety, Operations, Quality, etc. 
 • Other duties as deemed necessary by the Production Manager

 Communication Requirements:

Written and verbal communication skills needed to direct staff and present management in company meetings. Must be able to communicate ideas and goals to all plant employees.

Education and/or Experience:

• BS degree in Dairy Science, Food Science or related field preferred 
• Previous supervisory experience required 

  Job Skills/ Requirements 

• Must be able to maintain a high level of productivity while observing all safety rules and operations protocols
• Monitors production activities to eliminate downtime, delays and ensure adherence to production goals based on scheduling.
• Ensures efficient utilization of equipment and facilities.
• Monitors production quality to ensure product specifications are met.
• Maintains daily production records.
• Coordinates training of hourly production employees on job functions and the operation of various machines.
• Maintains cleanliness of the work areas, ensures proper handling of tools and equipment, and correct operation of machinery to provide a safe working environment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred
• Knowledge of food safety preferred.

Benefits 

Exceptional benefits package including competitive salary, excellent medical/dental/vision plans, profit sharing and PTO.