Production Supervisor

Production SupervisorOpportunity OverviewAre you ready to elevate your career and be a part of creating the world's best desserts? Dessert Holdings partners with some of North America’s most iconic chains to bring people together to celebrate life’s sweetest moments!Dessert Holdings is looking for a Production Shift Supervisor to join our team based in Le Center Minnesota.

This position is for our 2nd shift, those hours are Monday-Thursday 2:00pm-12:30am, some trainings occur on Fridays.

What is this job about?

In this job the Production Supervisor reports to the Production Manager and is directly responsible for the day-to-day production and/or packaging operations. This person will be responsible for achieving safety, quality, delivery, cost, and motivational objectives (SQDCM) through both individual and team contributions and collaboration with fellow team members. In addition, this person will continuously monitor line performance, quality, costs and safety to ensure that they are within standard, and initiate corrective and preventive actions when standards are not met. The Production Supervisor provides direction, leadership, development and support to direct reports through empowerment, teamwork, on-the-job assignments. The Production Supervisor will lead and contribute to on-going Continuous improvement (CI) initiatives and is a key member of the overall. 

Job Responsibilities:

· Interact with Employees, Supervisors and Managers on a daily basis to resolve technical problems, scheduling conflicts, equipment issues and employee concerns. The emphasis is to open communication networks, share ideas while working with continuous improvement tools.

· Ensure that the training of hourly employees, as it relates to their specific job functions, is being performed (including Buddy System).

· Ensure that all standard operating procedures are adhered to at all times.

· Responsible for ensuring and enforcing a safe work environment for all employees.

· Properly guide employees to be efficient without sacrificing safety and quality.

· Ensure Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) are followed.

· Plan and coordinate daily production by placing workers effectively, utilizing place sheets/play books.

· Communicate necessary information to other departments to ensure efficient production.

· Ensure area and equipment is sanitized properly.

· Track daily attendance using Kronos Timekeeper program.

· Hold training meetings daily/weekly for safety, GMPs and new procedures or processes.

· Complete employee reviews when applicable.

· Review and complete product job jackets.

· Complete shift summary and email to factory personnel.

· Conduct hourly line checks and administer expectations.

What experience are we looking for?

College Degree (preferred)

2-3 years of Supervisory or leadership experience in a food manufacturing environment

Good verbal and written communication skills necessary

Detail Oriented

Competent in Outlook, Word, and Excel

Knowledge of basic CI tools and lean manufacturing principles a plus

Bi-lingual – English and Spanish (preferred)

About Dessert Holdings
Dessert Holdings is North America’s fastest-growing premium dessert company, recognized for providing retail and foodservice customers with chef-inspired, innovative desserts made with real ingredients, a flexible and low-cost supply chain, and best-in-class service. The company is a collection of premium dessert companies and brands:  Steven Charles, The Original Cakerie, Lawler’s Desserts, Atlanta Cheesecake Company, and Dianne’s Fine Desserts.  Dessert Holdings is owned by Bain Capital, employing more than 3,200 people across eight manufacturing facilities, and is continuing its journey of rapid growth.EEO Statement
Dessert Holdings and its related entities provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristics protected by law. #DFD