Production Foreman

The Production Foreman is based at Fairlawn, N.J. plant and reports directly to the Production Manager. This position will focus on providing leadership to the hourly production staff to achieve daily production goals. The Production Foreman will maintain high levels of performance and quality in the food manufacturing facility. Responsible for safety, quality, productivity, cost control and people development. Company reserves the right to alter shifts based upon seniority and business needs. Employee Type: Full time Location: NJ Fair Lawn Job Type: Production Group Job Posting Title: Production Foreman Job Description: Schedule: 5 days a week with required overtime based on production needs. Schedule to be determined at time of hire. Position is available on 2nd shift. Work Location: 20-01 Broadway, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410 Benefits: Based on Union Contract Provisions Salary, based on experience and other qualifications: $22.00 - $24.00 Per Hour Shift Differential: 2nd = $0.25 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Managing the day-to-day activities of the production and planning ahead Follow all GMP's (Good Manufacturing Practices), Safety, and Environmental regulations as well as company policies. Maintain a positive attitude. Focus on the customer. teamwork, and engagement. Coordinate with Maintenance, Quality and Warehouse Supervisors to ensure production is on schedule. Supervise all aspects of the production, changeovers and CIP/COP processes and support master GMP and sanitation list. Assign personnel to specific jobs including scheduling OT as needed to meet the schedule demand Troubleshoot quality, mechanical, or other problems as they arise on the shop floor. Identify high performance individuals and help with succession planning. Ensure goals are met safely and that the workforce operates within safety guidelines. Ensure correct materials are used in the manufacturing process and that standard operational procedures are being followed. Effectively manage inventory by following proper scanning and FIFO/ M3/ Factory Track operation Hold team member accountable for their performance with coaching and discipline process as needed Initiate and lead investigations and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for Safety and Quality deviations. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Motivating the team to achieve production goals. Developing and implementing a timeline to achieve targets. Delegating tasks to team members. Conducting training of team members to maximize their potential. Empowering team members with skills to improve their confidence, product knowledge, and communication skills. Creating a pleasant working environment that inspires the team. Willingness to work second or third shift and assist with coverage when needed Strong organizational skills to give the team direction. Ability to motivate and instruct employees as well as administer disciplinary process if necessary PHYSICAL AND INTELLECTUAL DEMANDS Sitting: 20% Reaching: Some Standing: 20% Manual Dexterity: High Walking: 60% Telephone: Minimal Kneeling: Some Computer Screen: Yes Bending: Some Lifting:50lbs EEO Statement: Winland Foods seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and as a global company we believe our success is enhanced by fostering equity and inclusion in the workplace. Therefore, Winland Foods is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. EEO Statement: Winland Foods seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and as a global company we believe our success is enhanced by fostering equity and inclusion in the workplace. Therefore, Winland Foods is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Winland Foods is a leading private label food manufacturer of pasta, dry dinners, condiments, syrups, and more with nearly 3,000 employees operating out of 14 production facilities in US, Canada, and Italy. As a newly established company, we are creating the building blocks for an innovative and agile organization that is purpose driven - delivering high quality food to our customers and communities. We foster an environment that encourages all employees to be heard, and values their contributions and ideas. By joining Winland Foods, you become a part of a new team that values passion, collaboration, and strives to prosper with our customers. To all recruitment agencies: Winland Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to Winland Foods employees, or any company location(s). Winland Foods is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.