Production Supervisor, MI
Job Description
Job Description
Description:
Title: Production Supervisor
Reports To: Operations Manager
Location : Benton Harbor, MI
Type: Full-Time | On-Site | Exempt
LOCATION AND COMPANY SUMMARY
Nestled along the scenic shores of Lake Michigan, Benton Harbor offers a unique blend of affordability, opportunity, and lakeside living that’s hard to beat. Just minutes from the charming waterfront community of St. Joseph (less than a 20-minute drive), residents enjoy easy access to sandy beaches, boutique shopping, and year-round festivals. The area is also within a short drive of South Haven (about 30 minutes) and under two hours from Chicago, making weekend getaways effortless.
With nearby wineries, golf courses, and outdoor recreation, plus a growing local food and arts scene, Benton Harbor delivers a laid-back lifestyle with big-city access—perfect for professionals looking to grow their careers without sacrificing quality of life.
Pero Family Farms is a market share leader with over a century of dedication, commitment and integrity. Operating since 1908, Pero is the farm trusted by retailers and consumers alike. We are a fully integrated farming operation, with departments that specialize in organic farming, logistics, global supply chain management, national sales operations, food processing operations, and strategic marketing functions. Our operation includes over 35,000 acres spanning across the East Coast of the United States from Florida to New York, with distribution and production facilities in several different states. We pride ourselves in maintaining a strong family heritage and tradition that has been dedicated to quality, innovation, and excellent customer service that has been feeding America’s families for over a century. Our family’s passion for farming remains unwavering, with a vision to continue the tradition for many generations to come, whilst maintaining the reverence and trust it has established with the American consumer. As we expand our offering to include an assortment of organic vegetable options; we have become one of the largest organic vegetable growers in the country and we are looking to grow our workforce family. Join us in continuing and strengthening our position as a market share leader dedicated and trusted by retailers and consumers alike.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Production Supervisor monitors and supervises all related areas of the production department as assigned by the Operations Manager.
Requirements:ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Enforce all company policies and procedures.
- Maintain an efficient and productive line of cooperation and communication with other departments and support groups.
- Prepare all paperwork required in a neat, legible, and timely manner.
- Report all employee absences, tardiness, accidents, company rules infractions, or job performance problems to the Operations Manager or office personnel as assigned.
- Report mechanical problems immediately to the maintenance department.
- Train an assistant to assume all related duties for days off, illness, vacation, or out of plant work days
- Meet and maintain company objectives and efficiency standards for:
- Overtime
- Yield
- Safety
- Quality
- Sanitation
- Waste
- Customer specification
- Maintain a high level of morale in the production room by:
- Treating employees with respect and addressing them by name
- Refraining from using harsh language
- Being fair and impartial when making judgments
- Recognizing employee achievements
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Frequent exposure to product fumes such as onions, peppers, etc.
- Exposure to chemicals such as chlorine and other sanitation agents.
- Work in varying temperature conditions, including 45°ree;F or lower.
- High-pressure environment to meet production schedules and company efficiency standards.
- May require overtime or additional hours as needed.
- Frequent interaction with production staff, other departments, and support groups.
- Work involves supervising, training, and maintaining morale among employees.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Frequent to constant standing and walking during shifts.
- Occasional to frequent bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, and climbing.
- Occasional lifting and carrying of products weighing 5 to 50 pounds
- Occasional to frequent repetitive hand motions, such as writing or handling products.
- Visual ability to monitor production lines, inspect products, and review documentation.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED
- Possess verbal and written communication skills
- Experience in a fresh food or production environment
- Must have own transportation
- Must have a working knowledge of the English language
- Basic Mathematical abilities
- Ability to interact across departments
- Ability to train staff on safety requirements and enforce safety requirements
COMPANY BENEFITS/PERKS
- 401(k)
- Health, Dental, Vision Insurance and more
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
The company (Pero) reserves the right to alter, amend, expand or contract these duties and responsibilities as the companies needs evolve.
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