Operations

Position:	Operations Supervisor
Reporting To:	Director, Dried Fruit Operations
Location:	Yuba City, CA
Description:	OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR PRIMARY PURPOSE Under the direction of the Director of Dried Fruit Operations, will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of prodution processes and personnel within areas of assigned responsibility. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to quality, production performance, cost management, personnel utilization, safety. Schedule depends on departmental needs and requires an individual capable of working any day of the week or weekend and any shift. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES QUALITY MANAGEMENT Ensures adherence to all production/packaging procedures, specifications, and standards Ensures Good Manufacturing Practices and good housekeeping standards are maintained throughout the designated areas of responsibility Recommends and implements procedures to promote product quality Inspects equipment to be sure sanitation standards are met COST MANAGEMENT Maintains cost effective manpower utilization Recommends and implements procedures to promote operating efficiency Minimizes product and/or material loss through cooperative action with other departments and personnel PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT Ensures adherence to company work rules, policies, and expectations through timely and appropriate use of corrective action Monitors employee performance to ensure established key performance indicators are achieved Holds regular tail gate safety meetings Promotes safe work habits and procedures among assigned personnel Administers training programs and completes appropriate records Maintains positive employee/supervisor relationships Investigates employee complaints relative to violations of the labor agreement Supports Company’s EEO commitment to diversity
Requirements:	QUALIFICATIONS Must possess (unless otherwise indicated as a preference): AA degree or equivalent experience 2 – 5 years of leadership experience in manufacturing Ability and willingness to work any shift Strong written and verbal communication skills Proficiency in PC applications: Word, Excel, Groupwise (e-mail) Strong interpersonal skills Demonstrated ability to solve problems Team player capabilities Prefer: Food processing, bottling, and/or packaging experience SAP software experience 2 – 5 years of supervisory/managerial experience Labor relations experience

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