Production Supervisor

3 months ago


Burlington, United States Thistle Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

About the Role:
The Production Supervisor oversees a team of Production Leads and Associates, ensuring smooth day-to-day production operations, including meal plating, snack preparation, and beverage packaging. This role is crucial in maintaining quality standards, enhancing team performance, and driving operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Supervise and coordinate production team operations, including scheduling, time management, performance evaluations, hiring, and discipline.
  • Foster a positive work environment and boost employee morale.
  • Identify training needs and support employee development and professional growth.
  • Serve as the primary liaison between leads, associates, and the management team.
  • Ensure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Thistle’s quality standards, consistently producing products that meet regulatory requirements.
  • Lead the implementation of new and ongoing production initiatives.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Culinary, Production, and Facilities) to ensure smooth operations in receiving, QA, and GMP adherence.
  • Oversee the accuracy of manifests and documentation logs, ensuring all team members understand their functions.
  • Stay up to date with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and maintain a working knowledge of relevant processes.
  • Communicate effectively with the team to troubleshoot and resolve issues in real time.
  • Conduct regular production area audits and shift meetings to ensure compliance with GMPs, food safety, and safety regulations.
  • Attend weekly safety meetings and ensure all records are updated, including policy changes and rollouts.
  • Ensure OSHA compliance and that all COVID-19 protocols are followed.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; degree preferred.
  • 2+ years of supervisory experience in manufacturing or production (food manufacturing experience highly preferred).
  • Working knowledge of state wage and time law.
  • Desire to develop leadership skills and grow within the role.
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to provide balanced feedback and maintain high performance standards.
  • Ability to build strong working relationships with cross-functional teams.
  • Familiarity with company SOPs and ability to implement new initiatives.
  • A proactive approach with a “bring your A-game” mentality, inspiring the same in your team.
  • NJ Food Handlers Certification (or equivalent) required.
  • Flexibility to work weekends and early morning shifts.
  • Comfort working in a refrigerated environment.
  • Ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds and perform physical tasks such as stooping, kneeling, bending, and reaching.
  • Tech-savvy with proficiency in G-Suite, Slack, and other tech platforms.
Company DescriptionFounded in 2013, Thistle is an early-stage food-tech startup empowering our customers to get and stay healthy while improving our food system's sustainability. We deliver delicious, organic, healthy, plant-forward meals, cold-pressed juices, and snacks to customers on the West Coast at the elusive intersection of convenience, health, and sustainability.Company DescriptionFounded in 2013, Thistle is an early-stage food-tech startup empowering our customers to get and stay healthy while improving our food system's sustainability. We deliver delicious, organic, healthy, plant-forward meals, cold-pressed juices, and snacks to customers on the West Coast at the elusive intersection of convenience, health, and sustainability.

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