Our Lakeland Distribution Center, a 30,000 sq. ft. refrigerated facility operating 24/7.  We are currently seeking a Production Supervisor to join our team. The essential function of this position is to lead, supervise, train and oversee all activities with in the production area and support the Warehouse Manager to ensure Production goals, initiatives are met within the guidelines of the organization.

Shift Schedule: Day Shift 7 a.m. - 7 p.m., Sunday - Tuesday, every other Wednesday. 

Primary Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

As the customer specification expert for the designated area, this position will ensure all specifications are met, and will provide analysis and recommendations to the Production Manager to improve efficiencies. Oversee all activities within the specified Production area, including but not limited to: employee training and coaching, measuring employee performance and recommending policies and procedures for the production area. Monitor status of daily order requirements and ensure order completion to meet Ready Time within customer specifications for their lines. Enforce proper packing procedures to meet product specs, costs and organization. Verify accurate grade-out and recording procedures per line. Maintain respective area to meet Health and Food Safety policies. Oversee all skid stacking quality, including the proper use of pallet ties per area. Motivates, organizes and encourages teamwork within the production lines and team. Monitor attendance throughout the day and takes necessary steps to ensure lines are fully staffed by re-organizing lines or adjusting schedules. Issue Corrective Action and may be consulted if termination is needed based on performance or attendance. Maintain a clean and organized area always. Work with the agency on-site contact to ensure that all agency personnel understand and follow Mastronardi policies and procedures.

 

Requirements:

A minimum of 2 years’ work experience in a production environment; produce industry preferred. A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a lead or supervisory role. Must have proven track record of managing large groups of employees. Proficiency in use of English language with the ability to communicate effectively and professionally, present information and direction, and field questions from managers, employees and external contacts. Proficient with MS Office: Word, Excel and PowerPoint; prior experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), i.e. NAV JDA, etc. Willingness to work independently, with minimal supervision and take ownership of job. A high degree of professionalism and personal integrity. Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills. Need to be creative, adaptable and able to accurately handle out-of-the-ordinary issues with a sense of urgency. Strong knowledge of local, state and federal laws and requirements to maintain compliance to all relevant statues and guiding principles (FDA, USDA, MIOSHA, OSHA, CFIA). Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including extended workdays on different shifts. Bilingual in Spanish is a plus. Ability to work in our refrigerated warehouse, 50-degree controlled temperature zones. The background noise approached 70 dcbs. Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. with or without accommodations.

 

We are pleased to offer the following Benefits:

Paid weekly Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance 401K Paid time off and holiday pay Employee Engagement & Recognition Programs Opportunities for growth and advancement

Mastronardi Produce has accommodation processes and policies in place and provides accommodation for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or documented medical need, please contact the Human Resource office so that arrangements can be made for the appropriate accommodation to be put in place.

 

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