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Purpose:

Working in conjunction with the Production manager, effectively oversee all production functions and personnel related to the operation of the Hampton Farms production facility. The Production Supervisor of Hampton Farms is involved in the manufacture of food products intended for the consumer. The Production Supervisor provides a critical position in Hampton Farms food quality and safety for producing our peanut products. Being a producer of peanuts and peanut products, the Production Supervisor is aware of risks involved with regards to maintaining Hampton Farms quality standards, proper packaging, proper labeling, all receiving, and shipments are properly inspected, and all documentation is correct and accurate. Primary responsibilities include production operations, personnel management, and quality assurance. The Production Supervisor is trained in various areas pertaining to the job required.

Essential Duties and Description:

include the following though other duties may be assigned: Work in conjunction with all Hampton Farms team members supporting all areas of the facility. Partnering with other Hampton Farms team members in being committed to delivering the best possible experience to our customers and employees in support of our mission, vision and values. Monitor and enforce all company policies giving direction to employees in the production area. Set all production goals that are relayed from production manager. Maintain a constant flow of product and packaging for each production line. Have knowledge of production goals. Knowledge of packaging and labeling of peanut products per customer specifications. Working with small pack lines (Hayssen 1, Hayssen 2, Viking and Hayssen Raw); verify the correct product being packaged; correct film being used, labeled with best by date and Julian lot# and sealed properly. Make sure the correct boxes and tape color are being used. Each box has the proper label on it. Each pallet produced is labeled correctly, pallet tags. Working with bulk line; verify the correct product being packaged; correct boxes and tape color are being used. Monitor box printer to ensure correct dates/Julian Lot #'s are being put on the boxes. Ensure each pallet produced is labeled correctly, pallet tags. Work with

Roaster Operators:

verify the correct product is being dried/roasted per production schedule; ensure all parameters are complying to Roaster Validation (bed depth, temperature, belt speed), anything non-compliant will require deviation records. Check product coming off Roaster. Required to taste test and visually inspect product coming off roaster(s) and packaging lines. This is completed throughout the day, as product is being produced. Create production reports for all packaging lines. Solution Oriented, working until a problem is solved or outcome achieved; finds alternative ways to complete a task. Reacts to challenges by locating or providing solutions. Takes responsibility to define all requirements of a task, weighing the pros and cons, and then taking the appropriate action as required. Makes timely, well-considered decisions based on current data available and is flexible with scheduled work hours/shifts. Perform any other duties that are asked of them by the managers (Even if the task does not pertain to their position).

Safety:

Actively follows all company policies and procedures, encouraging team members to do the same. Engages other employees in setting high safety awareness standards. As required, acts to improve conditions quickly. Include safety emphasis in all employee meetings. Wears proper PPE at all times

Work Ethic:

Dependable and punctual to ensure company and workplace goals. Treats everyone with respect and dignity. Responds to challenges with a sense of urgency, informing other team members as required and acting accordingly. Actively assesses information and identifies underlying issues as required to ensure a friendly workplace. Plans and aligns appropriate resource to accomplish company goals.

Communication:

Good written and verbal skills and able to communicate in a clear and understanding manner. Identifies barriers to communication and strategies to eliminate them. Applies good questioning and listening skills to ensure their understanding of information being shared. May coach and lead production employees in questioning, listening and identifying barriers to communication.

Additional Sanitation Responsibilities:

Knowledge of Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures. Ensure all chemical containers are labeled and used in the correct way. Ensure overall compliance and adherence to sanitation schedule and/or requirements.

•If the Production Supervisor is out, a trained responsible person shall be designated to run the Production department. Another Production Supervisor will be the designee.

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Education and Experience:

Required:

Knowledge of product hold program. Knowledge of sanitation standard operating procedures, ensure all chemical bottles are labeled and used in the correct way. Motivate staff to make an effective and efficient team. Any other work assigned by the production manager Use and track production and production inventory within NetSuite (Creating work orders, labels, closing out machines, inventory on lines)

Skills and Competencies:

Based on job performance, has required skills and knowledge to complete the responsibilities of his/her role. Demonstrates a good understanding of work place policies and rules, customer's requests and production/business needs. Understands the origin and purpose behind company policies, procedures and practices. Acts in accordance with the company's mission, vision and values. Must possess good communication skills, written and oral. Participates in GMP Training, annual or as assigned. Understands HACCP Standards and SQF requirements Assist and support management in training employees, annually or as needed. Measures for

Success:

100 % correct orders, orders fulfilled accurately and timely. Daily production goals achieved based on customer specs and orders. Weekly poundage goals achieved based on customer orders. Maintaining quality service by following organization standards. Work with team members maintaining daily sanitation by cleaning work area at end of shift.

Quality Assurance:

Knows and adheres to GMP Policy and all Quality policies and procedures. Assists in identifying and/or reporting non-conforming product to aid in eliminating waste. ANYONE who is aware of a food safety/quality issue is to stop production immediately and inform Quality Assurance and their Manager or Supervisor of the food safety/quality issue(s) to determine whether or not product/materials should be placed on hold. Communicates daily with Production Manager and/or Plant Manager to ensure customer specifications are met.

General Expected Behaviors Problem Solving:

High School diploma or equivalent (GED); required. Experience with food manufacturing principles and implantation; desired. 3-5 years' production manufacturing experience; desired.

Desired:

Experience in production operations, inventory experience, or food safety in food manufacturing . Must be able to work well both independently and collaboratively.

Skills/Competencies:

Second language (Spanish), a strong plus Proficient in standard Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Work)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None Required. Food safety/sanitation general course, helpful or as needed. Work Environment Combination of office environment along with duties that will require the incumbent work in a plant environment where physical hazards such as production equipment and forklifts may be present. Benefits Health Insurance Life Insurance 401K Matching Paid Vacation and Personal Days Paid Holidays Bereavement Leave Military Leave Jury Duty Leave EOE -

Equal Opportunity Employer For Additional Information Visit:

www.hamptonfarms.com

Benefits:

401(k) matching Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Supervising:

1 year (Preferred)

Manufacturing:

3 years (Preferred)

Language:

Spanish (Preferred) Shift availability: Night Shift (Required) Overnight Shift (Required)

Work Location:

In person