Production Supervisor (Food Industry)

Thank you for considering a career with one of the largest food suppliers in the food service industry! Golden State Foods is a 72 year old $5 billion dollar international business that manufactures and distributes food and supplies to leading fast food and quick food service restaurants. We service approximately 120,000 restaurants in more than 40 countries from its 40+ locations on five continents. In addition to working hard to provide our customers with the highest quality products, we are committed to investing in our people, our company culture and giving back to those in need. We treat others as we want to be treated. We believe in the dignity of all people. We believe in developing our people, in trust, inspirational leadership, teamwork and social responsibility. Joining GSF provides opportunities to be part of world class teams, to make a difference, to be valued, to learn, to grow. This is a launch pad for infinite possibilities and we are honored your considering joining us!

This particular position is part of our Liquid Processing Business Group. This group produces 600 million pounds of sauces, dressings, condiments a year for leading fast food companies from seven facilities throughout the world. Included in that is 4 billion dipping cups and 8 billion portion packets.

OVERVIEW

Production Supervisors fuel our teams. They are the motivators, the innovators, the coaches and mentors our front line associates rely upon. They encourage, inspire and lead, bringing others along as they accomplish goals and make a difference each and every day.

Responsibilities:

• Supervises the daily activities of assigned staff, providing instructions and performance feedback to ensure that productivity and quality objectives are met or exceeded
• Drives a safety culture where safety is the number one priority for all associates
• Leads by example by following all safety protocol and EHS standards while holding team members accountable to ensure their own safety.
• Identifies and resolves process and equipment problems, using available resources to maintain productivity and quality
• Implements approaches to improve quality and productivity by developing new ideas, improving processes, and planning for upcoming equipment or process changes
• Supports short and long term goals and KPIs
• Routinely informs and communicates with employees to promote smooth operations, enhance their understanding of GSF policies and objectives, and to ensure compliance with established production policies and procedures
• Performs other related and assigned duties as necessary

Performance Categories

• Productivity/quality standards: accuracy, timeliness, thoroughness
• Productivity/quality standards: production and process efficiency and quality
• Productivity/quality standards: continuous product/process improvement
• Attendance and punctuality
• Budget
• Cost containment
• Teamwork within the department and across departments
• Project/assignment standards
• Customer satisfaction
• Vendor relations
• Safety standards and procedures: employees

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification:

• AA degree in food science or business administration from an accredited vocational, technical or junior college institution
• Preferred: Bachelors degree from an accreditted university

Experience:

2 years of relevant work experience in a food-manufacturing environment with lead or supervisory experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of (B/basic; J/journey; E/expert):

• Food safety concepts and techniques (J)
• Budgetary concepts and procedures (B)
• Engineering concepts and procedures (B)
• PC word processing/spreadsheet software (B)
• Quality concepts and procedures (B)

Skill and ability to:

• Supervise and motivate employees in a team-based environment
• Identify problems or irregularities for early resolution
• Communicate and coordinate effectively with employees verbally and in writing
• Communicate and coordinate effectively with internal and external customers
• Work effectively in a general business environment, with a focus on high levels of quality and customer service
• Act in accordance with GSF’s Values and Creed

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Ability to Relocate:

• Conyers, GA 30013: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person