Batch Processing Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Come join an amazing team in our state-of-the-art facility located in Marlborough, MA.  We are looking for A+ talent to deliver our brand of dressings, marinades and BBQ sauces.  This is a great opportunity to grow your career in the manufacturing industry!

Ken’s Foods is a family owned business that takes pride in its roots.  Ken's Foods, Inc was incorporated in 1958, and currently has plant operations in Marlborough, Massachusetts, McDonough, Georgia, Las Vegas, Nevada, and Lebanon, Indiana.  In addition, Ken's employs over 1000 employees nationally. To this day, Ken’s is still owned by the same family, as they continue their tradition of flavor obsession.  Joining Ken’s Foods is becoming part of an enthusiastic team.  Whether you’re in our state-of-the-art facilities or in our corporate headquarters, you’ll enjoy a warm company culture and get all the tools you will need to succeed in your career. 

SUMMARY

The Batch Processing Supervisor will oversee the daily operation of the Processing Department on 2^nd Shift.  Manage and coordinate the activities of the Process department and deliver quality products to the Packaging line in a safe and efficient manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for guiding the plant’s SQF certification program.
• Monitor the quality and efficiency of the mixing operation
• Working knowledge of operation of different types of process equipment with varying degrees of automation is preferred
• Document Processing and Process Mixer performance
• Maintain a good level of communication with Quality Control, Research & Development, Packaging and Sanitation departments
• Preparation of raw materials for processing
• Must possess excellent mathematical, verbal and written communication skills as well as reasoning ability
• Work with manufacturing departments to ensure efficient schedules while abiding by processing rules
• Assist R&D on new product development and refine existing products as necessary.
• Ensure SQF standards and quality product standards as set forth by the QC Department.
• Direct and supervise 30+ employees
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities including, interviewing, hiring, training employees as well as addressing employee issues
• Comprehend and follow process control instructions/formula recipes and procedures, including completing paperwork
• Responsible for quality of products, ensuring that the correct amounts of good quality raw materials are used
• Follow and enforce GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)
• Coordinate with Production personnel to successfully transfer to the packaging lines
• Assist in cleaning, maintaining and inventory of raw material storage areas
• Commitment to safety begins with management.  Managers and frontline supervisors are accountable for creating and maintaining a culture of Safety and assuring a safe work environment
• Other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Directly supervises 15-25 employees in the Food Service and Retail Kitchens.  Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED), one year certificate from college or technical school, or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Employment with Ken’s Foods is contingent upon successful completion of a drug test, background screening, and pre-employment assessment.