Yakult USA, the world’s leading probiotic drink manufacturer, is hiring the Factory Facility Supervisor at their new factory in Georgia. Must have 5+ years of experience in a Food/Beverage manufacturing environment with 5+ years of supervisory experience – leadership skills and the ability to manage a staff of 10+ employees.
- Location: White, GA 30184
- Direct Hire with Excellent Benefit Package: Medical / Dental / Vision / Life Insurance, 401K with matching, Paid Holiday & PTO
- Compensation: $75K/yr (Exempt)
- Shift Hours: 1st shift: 8:00am – 5:00pm (includes 1-hour unpaid lunch time), Monday - Saturday
Requirements of the Facility Supervisor:
- High school diploma or GED.
- 5+ years of supervisory experience.
- 5+ years of experience in a Food or Beverage manufacturing environment.
- Certified Wastewater Industrial Operator or Class3⁺ Wastewater Operator is highly preferred.
- The licenses for factory facilities are preferred.
- Must have strong and effective leadership skills, and the ability to successfully manage a staff of 10+ employees.
- Requires proficiency with Windows and experience using e-mail, and Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Microsoft Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Must have working knowledge of internet-based systems and Time & Attendance/Payroll systems (WMS/ERP/ADP etc.).
- Experience in training, handling people and resolving conflicts.
- Excellent multi-tasking and time management skills.
- Must have the ability to work independently with little supervision, and as part of a team as well.
- Able to lift up to 60 pounds
- Must have a valid Driver's License
- Must be available to work any hours assigned, 5 days or more per week, Monday- Saturday, including early mornings and late nights.
Responsibilities of the Facility Supervisor:
The GA Facility Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily the facility equipment operation. This role involves the direct supervision and management of daily tasks within the facility department, which includes performing personnel evaluations, fostering employee development, managing attendance, and conducting safety training. The licenses for factory facilities are preferred. The supervisor oversees comprehensive inventory management—including while leading monthly physical inventory and ensuring readiness for audits by third-party organizations or regulatory bodies. Additionally, the supervisor coordinates with external vendors to maintain factory facilities and facility equipment, reporting any operational challenges directly to the GA Production Manager. This position is also responsible for executing payroll processing, attendance consolidation, and payroll timesheets management for department employees.
- Supervise 10+ employees to ensure security, safety, specs, quality assurance of products, sanitation, HACCP, SQF and FDA regulations are followed.
- Plan and implement administrative procedures and systems to streamline internal processes and improve overall operational efficiency.
- Act as a key liaison between the Production Director, Factory Manager, and employees to ensure clear communication and alignment.
- Confirm accuracy of time sheets and Leave of Absence requests for facility departments to ensure labor law compliance and provide accurate data for payroll calculation.
- Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide coaching and development support for Facility assistants.
- Coordinate equipment operation for facility materials and facility equipment operation to ensure quality inspections for facility equipment.
- Manage daily inspections and periodic maintenance for facility equipment, including all facilities on the factory premises.
- Ensure compliance with all Production and Safety regulations. Communicate with pubic offices to confirm the regulations when it is necessary.
- Enforce company policies and labor safety standards, including the immediate investigation of accidents or workers' compensation claims.
- Maintain high sanitation and workplace safety standards in compliance with SQF, HACCP, FDA requirements and OSHA regulations to ensure readiness for third-party audits and regulatory inspections.
- Confirm accuracy of time sheets and Leave of Absence requests for shipping departments to ensure labor law compliance and provide accurate data for payroll calculation.
- Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide coaching and development support for facility operators.
- Enforce company policies and labor safety standards, including the immediate investigation of accidents or workers' compensation claims.
- Manage daily inspections and periodic maintenance for equipment.
- Drive off-site for business-related purposes as needed.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Perform Food Safety Duties:
- Perform pre-operational inspections and take actions when applicable.
- Oversee preventative maintenance assignment, follow-up, and analysis.
- Adhere to established Good Manufacturing Practices and Food Safety policies and procedures.
- Provide feedback on continuous improvement opportunities.
- Perform record reviews by ensuring records are legible, clear, concise, and accurate.
- Report to management any of the following: pest activity, food defense or food fraud suspicious activities, evidence of product contamination.
- Coordinate with suppliers and contractors to ensure all food safety standard requirements are met. Evaluate suppliers' and contractors' performances, and food safety incidents. Document all safety- and other violation- incidents.
- Train employees on food safety and on-the-job training. Ensure training is effective through competency evaluations (observation, group discussions, or written assessments).
- Participate in all food safety meetings and planning, changes and/or verification activities.
- Follow-up on action plans resulting from food safety initiatives such as pre-operational inspections, internal/external audits, Critical Control Points (CCPs) and Preventative Controls (PCs).
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Pay: $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Facility Maintenance Supervisory: 5 years (Preferred)
- Food or beverage manufacturing Facility : 5 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- White, GA 30184 (Required)
Work Location: In person
