Production Supervisor

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

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.

For more information, please visit www.chobani.com and www.lacolombe.com , or follow us on Facebook , Twitter , Instagram and LinkedIn .

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.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage, 401K match, short- and long-term disability coverage, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, and tuition reimbursement. We are also proud to offer specialized benefits like health care navigation, mental health services, fertility assistance, and paid parental leave as well as 120 hours of PTO and 11 Holidays each year.

Compensation Range : $68,000.00-$103,000.00, plus bonus.