Job Details

$21 - $29 DOE, plus Overtime opportunities

3:00pm - 3:00am M-Th. + some Fridays

Do you enjoy leading people and overseeing operations?

Elmer Chocolate is seeking a highly motivated and organized Production Supervisor to monitor the computerized, machinery & robotics production of moulded chocolates and various seasonal candy. The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading a production unit (a team of ?18 people) consisting of diverse machine operators and candy associates. Responsibilities include people management, food production, safety, quality, and mathematical & efficiency reporting.

Since 1855, Elmer Chocolate has been a leading candy and snack manufacturer in the Gulf South. Widely known for Easter Heavenly Hash and Gold Brick, today the family-owned business is recognized as the second largest heart box chocolates manufacturer in the USA.

Basic Responsibilities:

* Leads a team of 11+ operators and 7+ candy associates.

* Staffing, training and development.

* Monitors the production of moulded chocolates and various seasonal candy including machine/line efficiency.

* Communicates production plans and needs.

* Interprets and enforces safety policy, Good Manufacturing Practice (GMPs) and company policies.

* Maintains and improves quality programs.

* Production reporting including regulating/monitoring of material flow and material usage.

* Ensures job orders are completed.

* Manages time and attendance.

* Handles employee relations under the guidance of Human Resources.

* Employee Performance Management.

Required Qualifications:

* High School Diploma or GED

* 18 years old+.

* 3+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment; food is a plus.

* Leadership skills, positive attitude and common sense.

* Excellent communication skills and relationship building skills in person and writing.

* Experience with industrial production lines including industrial control systems (HMI).

* Intermediate computer skills Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

* Mathematical aptitude.

* Problem solving and decision-making skills.

* Initiative and ownership.

* Dependability and reliability on site.

* Team player.

* Available to work overtime and weekends.

* Pass drug test(s) and background check(s)

* Reliable transportation

What Elmer Chocolate Offers:

* Competitive wage

* Medical Benefits

* Paid vacation

* 401K

* Climate controlled environment

* Full time, 40+ hour/week schedules

* Opportunities for advancement