Flagstone Foods:
At Flagstone Foods, we believe appreciation grows goodness. It shows every day in how we work —by looking out for one another, taking pride in what we produce, and doing the job right.
We’re one of North America’s largest manufacturers of snack nuts, trail mixes, and dried fruits, with plants in Robersonville, NC; El Paso, TX; and Dothan, AL, and a headquarters in Minneapolis. Our teams keep our lines running, our food safe, and our quality high.
We’re growing and adding to our team. We’re looking for reliable, dedicated people who value teamwork, safety, and consistency. If you want work you can take pride in, a supportive team, and a company that respects the people on the floor, you may find your home at Flagstone Foods.
POSITION: Production Superintendent - 1st Shift
REPORTS TO: Manufacturing Manager
Position Summary
Provides overall leadership for manufacturing departments in the areas of safety, productivity, quality, cost, equipment, and engagement. Through subordinates, monitors, and evaluates the production process and recommends methods to optimize product yields, equipment operation and process control while reducing waste. Engages all employees in continuous improvement and fosters a positive work environment while developing a culture of ownership and accountability.
Essential Functions
- Manages staff of both hourly and exempt employees.
- Interprets safety policies/practices to employees including enforcing safe work practices.
- Manages a staff of direct reports through regular performance reviews and developmental activities to ensure movement toward a high performance / high engagement organization, while assuring effective departmental performance.
- Utilizes available data (line speed target, set-up guidelines, and efficiency and process data) to continuously improve productivity, uptime, and reliability. Utilize the above information as a tool to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and product cost.
- Sets clear priorities and align resources to deliver against business and regulatory requirements in the areas of cost, financial controls, quality, safety, and business initiatives.
- Manages product quality by understanding and communicating customer needs to employees and ensuring expectations are consistently met and according to standard work.
- Determines schedules, sequences and assignments for work activities based on work priority, quantity of equipment and skill of personnel.
- Diagnoses equipment, ingredients, and packaging issues. Coordinate with Engineering, Maintenance, or others as appropriate to solve production-related problems.
- Ensures each manufacturing area is maintained in accordance with SQF standards.
- Ensures security of employees, facilities, and information systems by following and enforcing established security procedures.
- Ensures clear and concise communication to all levels in the organization.
- Ensures regular safety inspections are conducted in all manufacturing areas.
- Ensures all manufacturing areas comply with SQF / BRC requirements.
- Continuous improvement and lean manufacturing mindset with the ability to lead and support multiple projects strongly preferred.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications (Education/Experience)
- Bachelor’s Degree is preferred. Commensurate experience will be considered.
- Demonstrated experience of at least 7 years in Supervisory roles – food Manufacturing site.
- Food industry experience a must.
- Curiosity and drive to learn the key factors that drive our success in safely delivering quality product at a competitive cost.
- Strong customer service, relationship building, problem solving and follow-up skills.
Supervises – Yes
Physical Requirements
This role has certain physical demands outlined in the Essential Functions section, which reflect what’s needed to successfully perform the job. You may be asked to assist with other tasks as needed, and job duties may change over time. Reasonable accommodations will be provided, when needed, to help individuals with disabilities perform these essential functions. While performing these duties, employees are expected to:
- Communicate with others both verbally and in writing.
- Be independently mobile.
- Use a computer and keyboard.
- Regularly sit, stand, walk, reach, stretch, stoop, bend, for extended periods.
- Ability to lift/carry 25 to 50 lbs.
- Exposure to noise levels requiring hearing protection.
FLSA Designation: This position is Exempt and is not eligible for overtime.
Work Location: Robersonville, NC
Benefits You’ll Enjoy:
At Flagstone Foods, we take care of our team. You’ll have access to medical, dental, and HSA options, a 401(k) plan with company match, and company-paid life and disability coverage. Benefits begin on the first of the month after 60 days of employment, giving you peace of mind while you focus on the work you take pride in. Participation in Flagstone Foods’ benefits programs is subject to the terms and conditions of each plan.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.