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Operations Supervisor (Production) - (Sioux City, Iowa, Mid-West United States, USA)
Company: Sara Lee Corp
Website: http://www.saralee.com/
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Industry Sector: Food/Processing
Industry Type: Food Processing
Career Type: Production
Job Type: Full Time
Minimum Years Experience Required: N/A
Salary: n/a

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Position Summary:

Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in producing quality products.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Coach, counsel, train and develop employee skills.
• Review work schedules and production schedules for optimum results.
• Lead and motivate employees to maximize productivity and minimize operating costs.
• Ensure that products are produced at an acceptable quality level.
• Drive department compliance with established safety, GMP, and QCP training and ensure compliance with all company policies, plant rules and all regulatory agencies.
• Participate in and lead LEAN manufacturing activities as needed
• Conduct routine safety and sanitation inspections to promote employee safety and good housekeeping.
• Coordinate with other departments and managers to optimize efficiency and minimize downtime.
• Use various computer software to complete daily tasks (Microsoft Office, Dough Wizard, LINCS, etc.)
• Achieve target score on AIB/SQF audits of operational methods and personnel practices.
• Support the department in preparing and adhering to the department budget seeking innovative ways to improve efficiencies and reduce costs.
• Coordinate product/process schedule and work closely with other departments.
• Provide guidance, discipline and other personnel related activity in accordance with corporate policies and in compliance with applicable collective bargaining agreements.
• Interpret company policies to workers and enforce OSHA, USDA and company safety regulations.
• Conduct safety training and ensure compliance with all company policies, plant rules and regulations.
• Take appropriate action to ensure the integrity and sustained certification of the SQF system.
• Responsible for reporting and taking any necessary action to prevent food safety and food quality problems from occurring.
• Responsible for following and enforcing procedures outlined in the Food Safety Plan and the Food Quality Plan and any other programs that support the SQF system and other 3rd party audits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, Associates Degree in Business or in other related field preferred.
• Two to five years of supervisory experience in production, preferably in the food industry or Manufacturing experience preferred.
• AIB certification a plus.
• Working knowledge of computers, including MS office applications. KRONOS knowledge a plus.
• Willingness to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate and train employees within a team oriented environment.
• Must be self-directed and able to work without close supervision - position requires high energy and motivation and a strong desire to drive positive change.
• Strong organizational, verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong leadership and team building skills.

We make it our mission at Sara Lee to "Simply delight you...every day." Our brands make up one of the world's best-loved portfolios of innovative food, beverage, household, and body care products. Our leading, trusted brands include Ambi Pur, Ball Park, Douwe Egberts, Hillshire Farm, Jimmy Dean, Kiwi, Sanex, Sara Lee, and Senseo Collectively, these brands generate nearly $13 billion in annual net sales as they delight millions of consumers every day in approximately 200 countries around the world. The global Sara Lee team consists of 41,000 employees.

At Sara Lee, we believe that careers are as unique as individuals. That's why we offer employment opportunities that give you ownership of your career. With the resources of a global corporation and direct responsibility to make it happen, you can be confident that you'll always be able to perform your best and be recognized for it. At Sara Lee, the difference is you.

The Sara Lee compensation program is designed to provide you with comprehensive, flexible benefits that enable you to select those features that best fit your needs. Our benefits include, but are not limited to: medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement.

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer