Production Supervisor

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 3rd shift Production Supervisor for our frozen pizza food manufacturing facility in Westfield, NY. This position is responsible for ensuring a safe working environment and leading the production and packaging of various multi-serve and single-serve pizzas and pizza sandwiches! 

Responsibilities: 

• Directs production and packaging on production lines to ensure company and USDA requirements are met. 

• Leads, trains, and develops team members. 

• Responsible for interviewing and hiring qualified employees and manages employee performance, skills development, conducts performance appraisals, and administers disciplinary action when needed. 

• 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. Demonstrate KPI measures. 

• Reviews and/or prepares and assures accuracy of various operational reports. Assures improvements, if needed, and timely distribution of reports and budget information. 

• Maintains constant improvement in making quality products, reducing costs, and following good manufacturing practices (GMP). 

• Participates in and supports Global Manufacturing Food Safety Initiative programs, implementation, and compliance. 

Qualifications: 

• High School diploma required, Bachelor's degree preferred. 

• Minimum of 4 years related work experience preferably in food or manufacturing industry, with minimum of 2 years in supervision. 

• Intermediate knowledge of robotics used in production.  

• Ability to effectively supervise line employees.  

• Strong communication and reasoning skills to provide a safe and positive work environment.  

• Ability to write