Production/Sanitation Supervisor - Nights at Freshpet

Who We Are

At Freshpet, our goal is to change the way people nourish their pets forever.  We strive to strengthen the bond between people and our pets so that we both live longer, healthier, and happier lives while being kind to the planet. We believe that if we can create fresh, real foods that pets love and help them live healthier lives, that their pet parents will also enjoy the many benefits of a rich life shared with a pet.  IT’S AMAZING WHAT CAN HAPPEN WHEN YOU START COMPLETELY FRESH!

What You Will Do

As an Production/Sanitation Supervisor, you will be crucial in facilitating the commission of the New Artemis line. Regular duties will include monitoring our production and sanitation operations and ensuring that they deliver maximum quality in a profitable manner. Your duties will include monitoring employees٫ organizing workflows, facilitating an exceptionally clean production environment, and analyzing the efficiency of manufacturing processes.

How You Will Make an Impact

The responsibilities of the Production/Sanitation Supervisor will include:

• Responsible for the leadership and safety of production team members
• Provide leadership in the commissioning of the first Artemis production line
• You will lead a paradigm shift in the Primary Packaging room to focus on an ultra-clean environment, dedication to GMP compliance, cleaning and steam sanitation effectiveness
• Facilitate the daily/weekly production of all products ensuring all are produced efficiently, timely and in accordance with Freshpet quality standards
• Manages and directs daily production goals in a safe, cost effective and efficient manner and all industry and regulatory standards are being met
• Review production records for accuracy. Ensure all records are maintained properly
• Ensure that the sanitation, housekeeping and overall cleanliness of the facility exceeds our quality standards. The Production Supervisor will be responsible for facilitating the sanitation of the Artemis line
• Working a M-F schedule until Artemis 1 goes live, at which point the position becomes 12-hour
• Work closely with various departments on optimizing the processes and systems of the Artemis line. You will learn new innovative production and sanitation processes and train your team to operate these processes effectively
• Responsible for OSHA and environmental regulation compliance for Operations as well as factory GMPs, food safety and sanitation
• Analyzing labor efficiencies and labor allocations to meet demand; scheduling vacations/time off; managing overtime hours; manage time keeping system.
• Develop and motivate direct reports to improve the efficiency of their current duties and have clearly identified goals
• Conduct/document regular communication, production and safety meetings to keep team members informed; encourage team member feedback/ideas
• Address team member issues and deliver corrective action to include behavior, safety, quality, GMP, sanitation, work standards and time infractions.  Partner with HR department for direction and guidance, as necessary
• Lead/Assist in team member orientation and training
• Maintain current thorough knowledge of the factory and its systems
• Must participate as an active team player and motivated individual
• In conjunction with the Training Department develop and implement Freshpet Academy operator job instructions
• Perform other duties as required

What You Will Bring 

• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred; HS diploma required.
• Minimum 3 years of Freshpet experience in a manufacturing environment required. Previous supervisory experience preferred. Satisfactory current participation in or previous completion of a rotational program such as Business Improvement Advocate or Supervisor Mentorship Program preferred.
• Strong analytical, written/verbal communications, interpersonal skills and the ability to work well across all levels of the organization
• Strong understanding of processing methods including its relation to equipment operation (formula and ingredient addition, cooking/cooling, inclusion addition HDMI and operation flow charts 
• Must be passionate about cultivating and maintaining a sanitary environment. A primary goal and priority of the Artemis process is to produce exceedingly food-safe products. This will require a team of conscientious individuals led by a sanitary-minded Supervisor
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications; especially excel
• Knowledge of time and attendance systems
• Familiarity with Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing techniques
• Experience implementing SQF programs strongly preferred

What We Offer

The range for this position is:  $85,000.00 – $95,000.00

At Freshpet, we offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurance, basic and optional life insurance, short- and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts, and a 401(k) plan with company match, paid parental leave, pet insurance, tuition assistance, a generous PTO plan and so much more!

Our Commitment to a Diverse Workforce:

Freshpet is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regards to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status (although applicants and employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States), uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law (“protected characteristics”).

Disclaimers

The salary range provided above is the range of the wages that we will pay for the listed position.   A final determination on the wages within this range is based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to the required work location, previous work experience, skill set, and wage rates for comparable positions.

Freshpet is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Freshpet via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Freshpet. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Freshpet as a result of the referral or through other means.

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.

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