Job Description: Location: Twin Falls, ID Posted Date: Nov 26, 2024
Summary
The Production Supervisor's role is to directly supervise and coordinate the daily activities of their team in the yogurt manufacturing and packaging process.
Responsibilities
Drive Lean training and implementation of a Lean toolkit to include value stream management, lean diagnosis/strategy & objective setting, Kanban, SMED, team problem solving, Kaizen, etc.
Direct and coordinate the activities of employees engaged in the production and processing of goods, batching, filling, and packaging
Plan and establish work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet production goal
Collaborate with other supervisors to coordinate operations and activities within or between departments
Inspect materials, products, or equipment to detect defects or malfunctions
Troubleshoot manufacturing equipment issues as they arise
Observe work and monitor manufacturing equipment indicators to ensure that operators conform to production or processing standards
Partner with continuous improvement leaders to implement Lean principles and practices
Read and analyze charts, work orders, production schedules, and other records and reports to determine production requirements and to evaluate current production estimates and outputs
Collaborate with quality team on employee training to ensure food safety and product quality requirements are followed
Conduct employee training in equipment operations, including Chobani work and safety procedures as well as ergonomics
Interpret specifications, blueprints, job orders, and company policies and procedures for workers
Lead shift start-up meetings to ensure information is relayed between shifts
Communicate employee performance expectations, provide coaching and conduct performance reviews
Manage employee attendance information and hours worked in HR systems
Participate in planning staffing levels, assist with hiring process, and onboard new employees
Follow Chobani’s safety procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree preferred
2-4 years of production supervisor experience in a manufacturing environment
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for improving the effective manufacture of products
Knowledge of employee safety, food safety and quality programs (HAACP, SQF)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative management style to build an engaged, motivated, and hard-working team
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
Proficiency with Microsoft office applications and ERP systems
About Us
Chobani is a food maker with a mission of making high-quality and nutritious food accessible to more people, while elevating our communities and making the world a healthier place. In short: making good food for all. In support of this mission, Chobani is a purpose-driven, people-first, food-and-wellness-focused company, and has been since its founding in 2005 by Hamdi Ulukaya, an immigrant to the U.S. The Company manufactures yogurt, oat milk, and creamers – Chobani yogurt is America's No.1 yogurt brand, made with natural ingredients without artificial preservatives. Following the 2023 acquisition of La Colombe, a leading coffee roaster with a shared commitment to quality, craftmanship and impact, the Company began selling cold-pressed espresso and lattes on tap at 32 cafes, as well as Ready to Drink (RTD) coffee beverages at retail.
Chobani uses food as a force for good in the world – putting humanity first in everything it does. The company’s philanthropic efforts prioritize giving back to its communities and beyond: working to eradicate child hunger, supporting immigrants, refugees and underrepresented people, honoring veterans, and protecting the planet. Chobani manufactures its products in New York, Idaho, Michigan and Australia, and its products are available throughout North America and distributed in Australia and other select markets.
Chobani is an equal opportunity employer. Chobani will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any basis including, but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military and/or veteran status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws.
Compensation Range: $66,400.00 - $99,600.00, plus bonus.
