J&J Snack Foods
snack food
ProductionSupervisor-3rdShift
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“Production Supervisor - 3rd Shift at J&J Snack Foods. Skills: process management, cross-functional coordination, vendor/stakeholder management, operational metrics, resource planning, continuous improvement. Supervises and coordinates daily production activities to meet production targets and quality standards. Plans and prioritizes production schedules to optimize resources and minimize downtime”
What You'll Achieve.
meet production targets and quality standards; optimize resources and minimize downtime; achieve performance goals; maintain a positive work environment; reduce waste; enhance productivity
Industry & Context.
able to problem solve; Ability to demonstrate excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High school diploma or GED required, Minimum of one (1) year in a manufacturing supervisory role, knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality control principles, and safety regulations, Proficient with software packages such as JD Edwards, Excel, Word, Microsoft Teams, Email, Internet, and Power Point
Nice to Have
Experience in food manufacturing desired
What You'll Do.
Supervises and coordinates daily production activities to meet production targets and quality standards
Plans and prioritizes production schedules to optimize resources and minimize downtime
and motivates the production team to achieve performance goals and maintain a positive work environment
Trains and cross trains employees on various production functions
Manages production goals including waste
and ensures the appropriate maintenance of production equipment
Ensures the timely initiation of production lines
efficiency of changeover
and monitors labor cost
Collaborates with other departments
to ensure a smooth and safe production flow
Enforces safety protocols and regulations to maintain a safe working environment for all employees
Follows all OSHA safety rules
Proactively and routinely monitors employee performance
and implements disciplinary actions when necessary
Drives continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes
and enhance productivity
Implements and enforces compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
Safe Quality Food (SQF) guidelines
and Food & Drug Administration (FDA) regulations
Actively participates in the recruiting process to support hiring needs for the department as necessary
Performs daily recaps and provides corrective action recommendations to operations leadership in areas including but not limited to safety
Performs all other duties as assigned by the Production Manager
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborates with other departments, such as maintenance, quality, and warehousing, to ensure a smooth and safe production flow
Communication Scope
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely
Full Job Description
As a leader and innovator in the snack food industry for over 50 years, J&J Snack Foods provides branded snack foods to foodservice and retail supermarket outlets across the U. S. Its products include such icons as SUPERPRETZEL, ICEE, and Dippin’ Dots along with other key brands like LUIGI’S Real Italian Ice, The Funnel Cake Factory Funnel Cakes, and Hola Churros. J&J also has a strong presence in bakery providing cakes, cookies, and pies to some of the largest grocery and convenience retailers in industry. Our company continues to deliver record sales led by a talented team and a commitment to “Fun Served Here”. POSITION SUMMARY: Under the leadership and guidance of the Production Manager, the Production Supervisor will oversee our production operations and ensure efficiency, quality, and safety standards are met. Key responsibilities include supervising production staff, monitoring workflow, implementing process improvements, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The Production Supervisor will play a pivotal role in driving productivity, optimizing resources, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the plant. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Supervises and coordinates daily production activities to meet production targets and quality standards. Plans and prioritizes production schedules to optimize resources and minimize downtime. Leads, mentors, and motivates the production team to achieve performance goals and maintain a positive work environment. Trains and cross trains employees on various production functions. Manages production goals including waste, labor, throughput, and ensures the appropriate maintenance of production equipment. Ensures the timely initiation of production lines, efficiency of changeover, and monitors labor cost. Collaborates with other departments, such as maintenance, quality, and warehousing, to ensure a smooth and safe production flow. Enforces safety protocols and regulations to maintain a safe working environment for
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