Overview
FreshRealm – The Power of Fresh Thinking
At FreshRealm we aspire to be THE fresh meal company. Fresh meals are our focus, and we are passionate about revolutionizing this rapidly growing category.
FreshRealm develops, sources, commercializes and assembles fresh meals. Fresh meals, including meal kits, ready-to-heat and ready-to-cook offerings are 100% our focus. We partner with leading Grocery, Convenience and Omni channel retailers to deliver the very best meals to their customers. Our success is measured by the success of our retail partners. Service, quality and consistency are our obsession, and we take pride in every meal that our customers place on their shelves.
At FreshRealm meals are more than a source of nutrition, they are our passion. Meals are the heart of a timeless ritual of sitting down to connect with family, friends, and ourselves. We are proud to play a small part in the ritual of “connecting through meals”.
If you are a leader looking to build the future of fresh meals, you are growth minded and thrive in an entrepreneurial environment, or you are excited to work with the country’s largest retailers, go to market with the best in product quality and work with industry leaders that care for each other and their communities, FreshRealm is the perfect fit for you.
Compensation – $55,000-$78,000
OVERVIEW
The Production Supervisor is responsible for managing a department within a fast-paced production plant within FreshRealm’s operations team. Ensure maximum efficiency while at all times maintaining the highest standards of company specifications. Provide training and motivation to team members, using recognition, positive feedback, and other rewards with appropriate discretion in a continuous improvement environment. Follow all health and safety standards and enforce the use of PPE’s.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- To ensure the full implementation of ‘Safety Systems’
- To identify and effectively resolve any problems affecting performance within the Department
- Maximize the efficiency of the department and ensure Daily Production plan targets are attained
- Maintain the highest standards of hygiene, both within the department and all surrounding areas
- Ensure that ‘Good Manufacturing Practice’ as indicated by product specifications or other media, is adhered to all times and stages of the process.
- Analyze ‘Downtime’ ensuring proper explanation of the reasons for ‘Lost’ production and liaise with other Departments/Plant Managers on addressing the resulting issues
- Effectively manage the labor resource within the given budgets/targets for the required output
- Deal with staff issues of discipline, grievance, and welfare within the guidelines laid out in the Company’s published policies and procedures
- Promote ‘Quality’ within the department by positively reinforcing the Company’s quality ethos and encouraging a ‘right first time, every time’ approach
- Ensure compliance with Food Safety and Quality standards as identified on Product Specifications, isolate and address any non-conformances, and monitor measures designed to maintain and improve standards
- Elevate critical issues to appropriate QA Leadership
- Ensure ‘Process Control’ systems are properly implemented and maintained
- Ensure department Associates are properly trained and encouraged to meet high standards
- Maintain and not exceed departmental budgets
- Ensure effective communications at all levels and complete all necessary administrative work
QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB
Skills and Requirements
- Manufacturing experience in fresh food is preferable
- Knowledge of large-scale business start-ups is preferred
- Demonstrated ability at being a team player
- Experience working in a continuous improvement environment and demonstrated delivery through change
- Certified and/or trained in OSHA requirements, HACCP, SDS, First Aid/CPR, and Food Hygiene
- Ability to motivate others to work routine and monotonous processes and stand for extended periods of time
- Must have a good understanding of English, bilingual (Spanish) speaking skills are helpful
- Ability to work in a cold/damp environment and stand for extended periods
Experience / Education
- High school diploma or equivalent education
- Advanced education in Food Safety or Culinary Arts is preferred
- A Minimum (1) year of experience in a first-level production management role, preferably in a chilled food environment within a fast-paced business
- Experience working in a fresh food manufacturing environment using common processes, procedures, and equipment
- 1 year or more experience applying and enforcing routine Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) in a food environment is essential
KEY COMPETENCIES
- Learning Agility – The willingness and ability to learn from experience, and subsequently apply that learning to perform successfully under new or first-time conditions
- Drive for Results – Can be counted on to deliver what is required to advance the company; takes ownership of work from start to 100% finished work, brings others along with focused intensity
- Functional Skills – Possesses top-level relevant, usable, experience and knowledge with the ability to establish themself as the best performer in the industry, at their role and level
- Courage – Prioritizes actions and decisions that move the company forward without hesitation around moments of uncomfortableness; laser-focused on the tasks at hand that makes any conflict that could get in the way of that an afterthought
- Thoughtful – In-charge of the room, establishes clear directions in all forms of communication, inclusive, motivates, and in service to others
- Business Athlete – Understands and can execute on and expand FreshRealm’s competitive edge strategies, knowledgeable about current and future industry dynamics, knows the competition, winner
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT/WORK CONDITIONS
Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to a variety of varying weather conditions, trash, waste, chemicals, and other materials. The noise level in the work environment and facility can be loud. The employee must be able to adapt to working in an environment that is chilled and where surfaces may be slippery.
Physical Requirements: Sitting, standing, walking, bending, lifting up to 40lbs; pull/push up to 60 lbs, grasp small products, and identify very small variations in the product. Sight is required for observing work and production. May spend several hours using a computer to create reports, analyze data and respond to inquiries and issues. May be exposed to active machinery and moving equipment, food particles, and trash. May be required to use a forklift or other machinery.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may be required to perform other business duties as assigned.
Covid-19 protocols are consistent with State Regulations