Wash Line Supervisor na Grimmway Enterprises

WASH LINE SUPERVISOR

LOCATION:                TASTEFUL

COMPENSATION:     $68,640-$75,000/ YEAR

PURPOSE:      

The Wash Line Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily operations of the potato wash line within the production facility. This role ensures that product quality, food safety, and operational efficiency are consistently maintained while leading a team of employees in a fast-paced environment. The Wash Line Supervisor will coordinate workflow, manage staffing, maintain equipment functionality, and ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 2–3 years of supervisory experience in food processing, fresh produce, or manufacturing.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Must be bilingual, English/Spanish, with the ability to speak read and write in both.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Mechanical aptitude for understanding wash line equipment and coordinating with maintenance.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with a clean DMV driving record.
• Proficient in recordkeeping, reporting, and basic computer applications (Excel, production systems).
• Must pass pre-placement drug/alcohol screen, physical, and functional capacity evaluation.

PREFERRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS: 

• High school diploma or GED required, associate or bachelor’s degree in food science, agriculture, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of potato handling, grading, or wash line operations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION:

• Supervise the daily operation of the potato wash line to ensure efficient throughput and minimal downtime.
• Monitor wash line processes to ensure compliance with quality, food safety, and yield standards.
• Oversee proper handling, grading, and cleaning of potatoes according to company and customer specifications.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues, coordinate with maintenance, and escalate problems to minimize production interruptions.
• Monitor supply of raw product, chemicals, and other wash line inputs to maintain continuous operation.
• Direct, train, and support wash line operators and crew members in best practices and safe operation.
• Assign daily tasks, monitor performance, and provide coaching to achieve production targets.
• Foster a positive and safe work environment that emphasizes teamwork, accountability, and respect.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, including safety, attendance, and workplace conduct.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Occasionally exposed to working in high places, or vibration; regularly exposed to fumes/airborne particles, toxic/caustic chemicals smells, and outdoor weather conditions; and frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions [non-weather] and working near moving parts. Must be able to work in a high noise area. Occasionally required to sit, climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and smell; regularly required to walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel; and frequently required to stand, talk or hear. Must be able to move items weighing up to 50 lbs.