Production Foreman

Assist the supervisor in directing the activities and resources of daily production including work assignments, training, break, and vacation relief for production operations positions

Assist production shifts in the absence of the supervisor

Understand each step of product flow for assigned area or through the entire facility and aid in training new and current employees

Working knowledge of all duties of an operator (e.g., maintain records, operate, shutdown, and clean all equipment)

Understand and support safety as the priority

Ensure all product produced is within accepted specifications

Verify equipment is running within accepted parameters

Monitor compliance with all company policies, local, state, and federal regulations

Follow and ensure all GMP, HACCP, safety, and all plant documentation and regulatory policies and procedures are followed by others. Report any nonconformance to supervisor or manager

Demonstrate good judgment in safeguarding customer, company, vendor, and employee information

Maintain a cooperative working relationship with customers, vendors, employees, and peers

Handle difficult situations diplomatically

Consistently show the ability to recognize and deal with priorities

Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, identify opportunities to improve processes

The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• 4+ years of manufacturing/production experience preferred, preferably in the dairy or consumer goods industry, coupled with demonstrated leadership attributes 
• Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office products and company computer systems
• Able to demonstrate leadership qualities as a self-starter and able to set direction
• Able to work in collaboration effectively and foster good teamwork
• Able to interact positively and work effectively with others (interpersonal skills)
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Able to handle challenging or conflict situations with tact and professionalism
• Able to assist others on more complicated aspects of their job in a safe and helpful manner
• Able to follow directions and meet deadlines
• Able to take appropriate steps to find solutions to problems
• Able to present options and ideas to current processes or procedures
• Able to interpret and apply company policies
• Able to adapt and manage to change effectively
• Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision
• Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer