Supervisor, Production - (Meat Processing) at Sysco

Chicago, Illinois, United States

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$70,600 – $105,800Compensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Meat Processing, Food ProductionIndustries

Requirements

  • High school diploma, general education degree (GED), or equivalent degree; or equivalent combination of education and related experience
  • 3-5 years of food manufacturing experience preferred
  • Excellent communication (verbal and written) skills
  • Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or government regulations
  • Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
  • Ability to effectively present information and instructions and respond to questions from management and inter-department staff
  • Capable of working with peers and associates from other departments proactively and constructively
  • Ability to successfully engage and lead individual and team discussions and meetings
  • Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals
  • Ability to provide effective training to department staff in areas such as standard operating procedures (SOP), safety, conduct, etc
  • Ability to apply all relevant policies in a consistent, timely and objective manner
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple priorities/deadlines and shift priorities as necessary

Responsibilities

  • Direct, coordinate and monitor the daily activities and performance of production direct and indirect associates to assure delivery of high productivity, quality, customer service and compliance of standard company policies, procedures, and safety
  • Direct, coordinate and monitor daily activities and performance of the material handling area for both direct and indirect labor
  • Manage employee performance through motivation, delegation, development, mentoring and resolving conflict
  • Take corrective action as necessary on a timely basis and following company policy
  • Conduct regular department or pre-shift meetings to foster employee engagement, communicate any changes to company policies and procedures, address employee concerns, foster idea-sharing and suggestions for improvement
  • Participate in staff selection, performance and compensation evaluations, corrective action and terminations, as necessary
  • Evaluate and interpret business demand, prioritize and distribute daily work assignments
  • Establish line assignment and staffing depending on the line priority list
  • Determine and monitor work station assignments/rotation, associate breaks and required overtime
  • Meet production goals, quality and cost objectives
  • Monitor and maintain inventory levels in the material handling and production areas by using a warehouse management system (WMS)
  • Review and record all production documentation
  • Participate in the implementation and roll-out of lean principles using 5S, Kaizen, and Kanban methods and tools
  • Provide and maintain a safe work environment by directing safety training, generating and reviewing standard operating procedures (SOP)
  • Coordinate efforts with the safety department to aid in training, conducting associate observations, updating preferred work methods, conducting accident investigations to determine root causes and routine safety inspections

Skills

Production Planning
Staff Scheduling
Employee Supervision
Performance Management
Conflict Resolution
Safety Compliance
Quality Control
Material Handling
Staff Selection
Corrective Action

Sysco

Foodservice distribution for restaurants and healthcare

About Sysco

Sysco Corporation specializes in foodservice distribution, primarily serving restaurants, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions. The company offers a variety of products and services, including food items, kitchen equipment, and marketing support, tailored to meet the specific needs of its clients. Sysco differentiates itself from competitors by providing comprehensive solutions, such as the "Restaurants Rising Toolkit" during the COVID-19 pandemic, which helps restaurants adapt to new dining trends. The goal of Sysco is to make running a restaurant easier and more profitable for its clients.

Houston, TexasHeadquarters
1970Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Food & AgricultureIndustries

Benefits

Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Professional Development Budget
Performance Bonus

Risks

Increased competition from tech-driven solutions could impact Sysco's market share.
Reliance on partnerships for technology advancements may pose risks if results are unmet.
Socially responsible investing trends may pressure Sysco to improve ESG standards.

Differentiation

Sysco offers comprehensive B2B solutions, including food products, equipment, and marketing services.
The company provides flexible payment options and waives delivery minimums for scheduled deliveries.
Sysco's 'Restaurants Rising Toolkit' supports restaurants adapting to new dining trends.

Upsides

Sysco can capitalize on the demand for plant-based and alternative protein products.
The rise of ghost kitchens offers Sysco opportunities for specialized supply chain solutions.
Digital transformation in foodservice allows Sysco to enhance service offerings and engagement.

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