Job Responsibilities • Organize, lead and supervise allergen production employees; solving problems before they develop. • Provide assistance, coaching and guidance to line employees; fostering an environment that allows them to accomplish daily tasks and achieve goals. • Champion safety culture. • Collaborate with other production supervisors to schedule overtime and execute to labor plan. • Communicate and follow-up effectively. • Manage up to 50 employees. • Delegate responsibilities. • Manage daily production boards and hourly target feedback. • Observe and evaluate line processes and personnel. • Direct day-to-day activities, including work force movements, job assignments, time/attendance/vacation, etc. • Perform daily system functions to track production scanning, consumption, errors, etc. Maintain accurate records and employee files • Lead and motivate by example. • Set expectations and hold employees accountable. • Process daily employee issues and complaints; actively listen and provide feedback. • Facilitate and assist with special projects, customer requests, samples, etc. • Work closely with the quality control department, assisting with information gathering and follow-up. • Assist with selection, hiring, advancement, transfer, promotion and termination decisions for the department. • Evaluate employee performance. Administer employee discipline as needed. Assure a safe work environment. • Manage continuous improvement projects as assigned. • All GLC employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies and procedures. • All GLC employees are expected to produce our products in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies and Procedures outlined in our Safe Quality Food Program. • Other responsibilities as assigned by the manager. Required Education and Experience • Associate's degree or Technical education or commensurate experience. • 4 years of supervisory experience or more. • In depth understanding of manufacturing processes and related equipment. • Ability to make sound, independent decisions based on functional expertise and experience. Ability to provide leadership, support, communication and direction to line personnel. • Ability to handle multiple tasks, troubleshoot and problem solve beyond routine issues. Ability to coach, lead and develop employees. • Ability to make sound/independent decisions relating to order/production issues. • Proficient in Microsoft Office. Preferred Education and Experience • Bachelor's degree. • Kronos experience. • SAP experience. • MES experience. Working Conditions • Ability to constantly stand/walk; bend/flex/extend neck; frequently grip/reach/lift/pull with L/R hands. • Ability to frequently handle material from floor-to-waist, waist-to-shoulder and pushing/pulling/carrying. • Hair nets, ear plugs/muffs, hardhats, and/or safety glasses may be required. • Product weight: up to 100 lbs • Repetitive work in a fast-paced production environment with average temperature of 50-60 degrees F. EEOC & Disclaimer Great Lakes Cheese is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.