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Manufacturing Shift Supervisor

At Horizon Organic, we’re growing a culture of passionate people driven to do good for the horizon we all share. We’re building the tomorrow we want to see. Every single day.

Joining our team means being part of a dynamic environment where your skills are valued, and your contributions make a real difference. We offer diverse opportunities for career growth and development. Embark on a rewarding journey with us in shaping the future of organic dairy!

Two generations of families—and counting—have grown up on Horizon Organic® milk. From the start, as the leading organic milk producer in the U.S., Horizon has been committed to delivering innovative, nourishing dairy that growing families can rely on. In 2023, Horizon Organic became a brand of Platinum Equity. Today, Horizon works with more than 500 farmers across the U.S. to bring high-quality, certified organic milk to consumers. For more information on Horizon’s full portfolio of organic dairy products, visit Horizon.com.

About the Job:

We are currently looking to hire a Manufacturing Shift Supervisor!

The Shift Supervisor provides first-level support to front line employees in the manufacturing plant.

Reporting to the Production Manager.

The role is an on-site position at our Salt Lake City plant.

Hours for the position are 6:00pm to 6:30am – 2/2/3 schedule.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

Managing and mobilizing a team of hourly associates to ensure Safety, Quality, and Productivity goals are met
Driving accountability through strong leadership and setting consistent expectations
Working cross functionally with other departments within operations to ensure production requirements
Promote a positive team atmosphere and champion involvement of all employees
Regular, formal, and informal evaluations and feedback of the performance of hourly associates
Validation of time and attendance through daily and weekly reviews of your employee timecards utilizing the Dayforce payroll system
Addressing employee concerns; elevate to next level leadership as needed
Administer discipline as required for job performance, attendance or any other violations.
Ensure adherence to plant standards (including but not limited to GMP, AIB, FDA, Quality, Safety, Finance, ISO)
Conduct pre-shift meetings with in-coming operators in front of daily management board(s) to discuss topics related to previous shift, SQCDMN metrics, and general plant communication
Working cross functionally with other departments within operations to ensure production requirements
Study manufacturing production and shipping schedules, identify gaps and risks while collaborating with the manager and peers to balance work schedule
Ensuring departmental compliance with company's policies and procedures
Ensuring departmental SOP's are current and utilized by all hourly associates; will also provide necessary job specific training as warranted.
Identifying and driving continuous improvement initiatives within the department
Improving and maintaining communicated performance standards for the department; managing with the flexibility to react as needed when breakdowns arise
Performing root cause analysis, problem solving, and follow-up related to operational and safety incidents within the department
Develop root cause analysis using 5-Why, Fishbone diagram, etc. to re-align operational performance with goals and objectives
Lead and Participate in continuous improvement efforts including but not limited to AM, PM management, 5S, DMS, etc.
Ensure sound communication systems are in place so all employees are aware and can participate in continuous improvement of the operation.
Ensuring departmental SOP's are current and utilized by all hourly associates; will also provide necessary job specific training as warranted.
Manage shift employees to ensure compliance to all SOP’s, QAR’s, Plant Rules and ISO Standards, including non-conformance management.
Responsible for the operational performance of the assigned shift

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and may be exposed to loud noises in the plant. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to extreme cold, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop; kneel; crouch; crawl; taste and/or smell, talk and hear.
The employee must regularly endure repetitive minimal to moderate lifting 10 lbs. up to 52 lbs. and occasionally lift to 75 lbs. Requires normal range of hearing and vision (including colors) to record, prepare and communicate appropriate reports and results.

About you

Bachelor’s Degree; (BS Degree in Chemical /Mechanical/Industrial Engineering is preferred)
2 - 3 years of experience in a manufacturing/packaging environment. Previous supervisory experience within a food/beverage environment is preferred
Demonstrated continuous improvement and/or lean manufacturing experience.
Quantitative analysis skills including the ability to manage and understanding budgeting and loss analysis.
Familiarity with CIP/HAACP/AIB (preferred)
Must possess excellent analytical, troubleshooting, conflict management and problem solving skills
Must possess demonstrated planning, communication and supervisory skills
Shift flexibility where weekends and nights may be required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Resourcefulness and decision-making ability
Must have the ability to work under pressure and potentially stressful conditions
Under minimal direction, works independently toward departmental objectives
Must be self-motivated and a self-starter