Production Supervisor - Week Day

Utz Quality Foods is currently seeking a Production Supervisor to work from our 900 High Street manufacturing facility in Hanover, PA. This position is responsible to assist with and have knowledge of multiple skill sets within packaging, processing, coordination, and sanitation processes. Applicants that have interpersonal and supervisory

skills, as well as strong public speaking and presentation

skills are encouraged to apply. Knowledge of packaging machinery, fryer machines, processing operations, and fluency in English and Spanish is preferred. The ability to obtain and maintain Forklift, Hi-Reach and Chemical Certifications is required. This position will work primarily Monday thru Thursday 5:40am to 5:40pm. The candidate must remain flexible and willing to work to meet peak volumes of production. This is an exempt position reporting directly to the Dayshift Production Manager.

Responsibilities

Supervises assigned pod consisting of Packers, Machine Operators, Fryers and/or seasoners. Involved in department interviewing, training and evaluation of department members. Monitors and analyzes labor hours and crew size needed to efficiently run production lines.Assists Plant Project Coordinator and Production Managers in month end inventory counting.Ensures production of quality product by ensuring all processing and packaging standards are upheld. Integral to executing and monitoring tasks to maintain data integrity/accuracy in ERP data system.Works with production planning and other departments to ensure production attainment and adherence goals are achieved.Develops and implements methods of achieving plant performance and efficiency to meet plant and corporate goals.Analyzes and assesses line level performance, seek out and drive process improvements, identify and reduce waste.Manages material usage and waste on assigned lines to support cost initiatives.Uses EAM to enter work orders and track preventative maintenance tasks.Monitors and analyzes RedZone for packaging and fryer efficiencies, quality checks, and downtime. Supports and sustains Integrated Work Systems in the plant to include maintaining and communicating line level KPIs and performance standards.Responsible for the safety performance of assigned team while supporting the culture of safety and health through active engagement with employees and the maintenance of a safe work environment.Follows and enforces all GMP and food safety practices and all applicable

requirements of the SQF system.Follows instructions and training for reporting and escalating food safety problems to appropriate personnelPerforms other

duties as assigned that impact and support the overall outcome of the company and department objectives.

Requirements

Requires analytical, math and reading

skillsKnowledge and understanding of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook (Email)Requires leadership and management to direct the packaging departments and interface with other departments.Interpersonal and supervisory

skills necessary to lead others.Knowledge of designated packaging and processing operations to assist when needed.Moderate lifting and occasional skid pulling.Knowledge of packaging machinery preferred.Additional post high school

education preferred, not requiredStrong public speaking and presentation

skills requiredFluency in English and Spanish is preferred

Spreading Joy Through Food!

Here at Utz, we have a passion for food that our associates enjoy creating, our consumers love, and our customers choose. Our renowned family of brands includes Utz, Golden Flake, Good Health, TGI Friday’s, On the Border, Bachman, and Zapp’s. We provide a supportive, caring and inclusive environment that offers opportunities for career growth and advancement. We believe it is important to help take care of our associates by providing

benefits, resources, and programs that ensure they live their healthiest lives. Our benefit package includes medical, dental, and vision plans; an employer match 401k, profit sharing and employee stock purchase plan; access to free medical care through the Utz Health & Wellness Center and our very own Fitness Center. Join OneUtzTeam and help us spread joy through food for generations to come!

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Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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