Manufacturing Supervisor

Manufacturing Supervisor

Who?
Does Manufacturing Supervisor sound like your next job title?
This exciting opportunity is offered by Oregon Freeze Dry, makers of Mountain House. Oregon Freeze Dry is a World Class, purpose-driven technology solutions company with nearly six decades of freeze-drying expertise.   We find inspiration in our ability to create solutions, through the science and craft of freeze drying or lyophilization, that improve the lives of individuals and communities around the globe. Our driven and passionate team needs to expand, as we continue to experience sustainable growth across multiple markets. 

What?
This position is responsible for the day-to-day shift manufacturing operations. Incumbent will have responsibility to achieve productivity, efficiency, customer service, cost, quality, safety, morale, methodical problem solving and overall equipment efficiency (OEE) objectives through both individual and team contributions. Provides direction, leadership, development and support to assigned team through empowerment, teamwork, on-the-job assignments and continuous improvement initiatives. The schedule for this position is a night shift schedule rotating, including every other weekend. 

This is a full time role with a salary range of $78,000- $90,000. 


Main aspects of the role include:

• Create and maintain a safe, productive and respectful work environment for all; ensure employees adhere to safety and quality practices, respectful workplace communication, and company policies. 
• Lead and supervise employees including staffing and recruiting, training, and performance management; establish and communicate clear performance expectations, through coaching, direction, and open communication.
• Coordinate all production activities and schedule team members to maximize performance and meet business needs; managing pass-downs, changeovers, downtime, employee overtime, planned and unplanned absences and temporary labor.
• Conduct team meetings and otherwise effectively communicate work activities, initiatives, policy changes, company communications, etc.
• Provides instruction to employees on how to perform tasks more efficiently or safely.  Provide performance feedback and coaching to team members including progressive discipline or individual development plans.
• Partners with site leaders or other departments (Safety, HR, Quality, etc.) to manage policies and meet company goals; ensures effective communication and collaboration. Facilitate effective sharing of information across work teams, business areas, and functional areas.
• Manages raw material, finished good, and packaging supply inventories to ensure production schedules are met.  Partners with both internal, external, and customer resources to support production while managing costs and deadlines.
• Creates an optimal production schedule with input from vendors and sister facility, taking into account cleaning requirements, customer needs, and inventories. 
• Understand core mechanical technologies, including fasteners, lubrication, drives, transmission systems, motion systems, pneumatics, hydraulics and electrical/controls.

Environment of this position:

• Frequent exposure to extreme temperatures
• Noise level in the work environment can be loud
• Exposure to various food allergens
• Regular requirement to stand, walk, climb, push, pull, reach, carry, and lift and twist
• Must be able to regularly lift 15 pounds and up to 50 pounds

OFD contains office, manufacturing and outdoor workspaces where this position is required to access and work. The position requires a person to be able to frequently walk, stand and climb; bend and twist; see, hear and talk; use hands to type, handle or feel tools, controls; use hands and arms to reach, hold and carry tools or items. This position also requires a person to handle environments of varied temperatures and with various food allergens present; and be comfortable at various heights.

You!
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Industrial Technology, or Management with at least two years of leadership experience. Manufacturing experience in food processing or life sciences is preferred, along with lean manufacturing expertise or a green/black belt in Lean Six Sigma. A strong understanding of FDA, USDA, and HACCP regulations is essential. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required, with experience in Microsoft NAV, Redzone, and/or Alchemy preferred. The candidate must demonstrate leadership, people development, and strategic decision-making skills while effectively communicating at all levels. This role requires the ability to lead, motivate, and hold teams accountable while maintaining trust and credibility. Availability to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and overtime, is necessary.

Curious? Apply with your resume at Careers | Oregon Freeze Dry (ofd.com) or you can find more information about our company on our website.

Don’t meet all the requirements? Don’t sweat! We’re always looking for an excuse to discuss your next opportunity. You might just surprise yourself…

Oregon Freeze Dry wholeheartedly supports Equality and Diversity in employment and opposes all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination on the grounds of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. Criminal background checks may be completed on all applicants. Oregon Freeze Dry is a drug free workplace.

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