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Production Supervisor (Fresh Protein)

Location: Opelika, AL
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ABOUT GOLDEN STATE FOODS
Golden State Foods is a distinguished leader in the foodservice industry, offering an extensive array of products and services to a diverse clientele. Rooted in the values of quality service and integrity, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where employees can advance, innovate, and contribute to our ongoing success.
ABOUT THE JOB
The Production Supervisor oversees the day-to-day activities of beef processing operations to meet GSF objectives and achieve a high level of customer satisfaction.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  1. Plans, implements, and monitors day-to-day beef processing operations, analyzing operations and monitoring the budget, to achieve division and GSF productivity and quality objectives and to ensure compliance with GSF and regulatory agency regulations. (50%)
  2. Supervises the daily activities of assigned staff, providing instructions and performance feedback to ensure that productivity and quality objectives are met or exceeded. (20%)
  3. Identifies and resolves process and equipment problems, using available resources to maintain productivity and quality. (10%)
  4. Implements approaches to improve quality and productivity by developing new ideas, improving processes, and planning for upcoming equipment or process changes. (10%)
  5. 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. (10%)
  6. Performs other related and assigned duties as necessary.
LEADERSHIP/MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
Supervises up to 50 mostly hourly employees
 
PERFORMANCE CATEGORIES
  • Productivity/quality standards:  accuracy, timeliness, thoroughness
  • Productivity/quality standards:  production and process efficiency and quality
  • Productivity/quality standards:  continuous product/process improvement
  • Recruitment and selection of employees
  • Department KPIs
  • Budget
  • Cost containment
  • Teamwork within the department and across departments
  • Customer satisfaction
  • Vendor relations
  • Safety standards and procedures:  employees
  • Safety standards and procedures:  food
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  Education and experience equivalent to:
 
Education/Certification:
AA degree in food science or business administration from an accredited vocational, technical or junior college institution
 
Experience:
3 to 6 years of relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment with lead or supervisory experience
 
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
 
Knowledge of (B/basic; J/journey; E/expert):
  • Beef processing and formulation concepts and techniques (E)
  • Supervisory concepts and procedures (J)
  • Food safety concepts and techniques (B)
  • Budgetary concepts and procedures (B)
  • PC word processing/spreadsheet software (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
WHAT YOU’LL GET
  • People First: At Golden State Foods, we're not just a company; we're a dynamic community where your talents are celebrated, and your ambitions are nurtured.
  • Values Driven: Our core values drive everything we do, creating a culture of innovation, integrity, and excellence. But we're not content with just being great; we strive for greatness in every aspect of our work.
  • People Development: At GSF we strive to continually develop our people to prepare us all for the needs of tomorrow.
  • Philanthropy & Sustainability: We're committed to making a difference beyond our walls through philanthropy and sustainability efforts across all our locations around the globe.
  • Extensive Benefits: Golden State Foods believes in a holistic approach to wellness focusing on the whole person with benefits that support those needs.
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