Production Supervisor
Company: BrightFarms Inc
Location: Hendersonville
Posted on: August 7, 2022
Job Description:
Job Description Proof of vaccination - all new hires must be
willing to get fully vaccinated against Covid-19 before their start
dateMust be able to speak Spanish and English Job purpose / summary
/ objective Responsible for day-to-day management and organizing
workflow of a greenhouse production area by assigning
responsibilities, assigning schedules, and leading and managing an
hourly workforce.MUST BE ABLE TO WORK SATURDAYS Duties /
Responsibilities
- Supervise Operations. The Production Supervisor will directly
supervise greenhouse operations and ensure high performance. Plan
and execute the production schedule, providing supervision and
direction to production leads. Allocate resources to ensure minimum
downtime and completion of scheduled activities. Prioritize and
manage workload to ensure assignments address goals and
objectives.
- Cost. The Production Supervisor will be accountable to KPIs
tied to labor expenses and other operating expenses. The Production
Supervisor will understand that there is always room for
improvement and lead our efforts to be a LEAN organization and will
guide us through kaizen activities to improve system
efficiencies.
- Food Safety. The Production Supervisor will be accountable for
maintaining a neat, orderly, and safe greenhouse facility and
operation. The Production Supervisor is also accountable for
ensuring compliance on all food safety material, food safety best
practices, as well as maintaining, monitoring, and verifying all
food safety logs.
- Lead. The Production Supervisor will be responsible for
assisting with the onboarding process of new hires, conducting
reviews for associates, ensuring training of associates, and
leading in a manner consistent with BrightFarms Leadership
Philosophies.
- Greenhouse Management. As a member of the greenhouse leadership
team, the Production Supervisor assist in planning and execution
all aspects of the greenhouse management and provide labor and
resources to assist as needed.
- Teamwork. Work closely with peers to develop good team working
relationship and cross shift team relationships. Required
Qualifications
- Bilingual, English and Spanish
- Candidates should have 1-3 years' experience directly working
in food production.
- A preference will be given to candidates from organizations in
perishable food business with a value-added function, such as
cutting fruits/vegetables, processing fruits/vegetables,
re-packing, etc. But we will consider candidates from any light
manufacturing or complex distribution operation. We also look for
candidates with basic to medium expertise in growing system in a
protected environment.
- Proficiency with computer operations and programs such as
Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel), Access or other data
tracking systems.
- Strong decision-making and troubleshooting skills and methods
are essential.Preferred Qualifications
- Food or agriculture industry experience Key Values &
Characteristics of Candidates:
- Authentically Green. Candidates must sincerely care about
leading the movement to improve the environmental impact of the
food supply chain. Candidates must be passionate about creating a
healthier planet, environment and food supply. The background and
experience of candidates should reflect a true passion for
improving the way we feed Americans.
- Drive to Succeed. Candidates must have hunger and ambition and
must get out of bed and want to strongly perform every day,
internally motivated. Candidates must demand excellence and strive
to achieve greatness. Candidates should have a high clock speed and
imbue energy in those around them.
- Humility & Integrity. Candidates must have personal humility
and must want the organization to succeed (not focusing solely on
personal success). Candidates must care about people and clients
and be strong team players. Candidates must possess the highest
degree of integrity and must project the proper image of
BrightFarms.
- Productive. Colleagues and clients should be quick to describe
candidates as famous for getting things done. Supervisory
responsibilities All department leads and crew members Working
conditions / Environment / Travel / Schedule required
Office/Coolers/Warehouse/Greenhouse. Supervisor will have exposure
to seasonal conditions which may range from extreme heat and
humidity in the summer to cold in the winter. Often working near
moving mechanical parts. There will be exposure to cleaning
chemicals. The noise level of machines and cooling units can be
loud. Time will be divided between field and office related work.
Minimal travel will be required. Physical requirements While
performing the duties of this job, employees are expected to
sometimes use hands to finger, handle or feel. Frequently standing,
walking, reaching with hands and arms, as well as stooping,
kneeling, crouching, and climbing. The lifting requirements to
occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. The employee should have clear
correctable vision at close and distance range, as well as
peripheral vision to notice safety hazards.Equal Employment
OpportunityBrightFarms, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and
Affirmative Action employer. It is our policy to provide equal
employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age,
color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental
disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital
status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status,
pregnancy or pregnancy related condition, or any other
characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.If you have
a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar
law and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to
applying for employment at BrightFarms, please contact
HR@brightfarms.com.
Keywords: BrightFarms Inc, Asheville , Production Supervisor, Professions , Hendersonville, North Carolina
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