Shift Manager

SHIFT MANAGER

LOCATION:                TASTEFUL

Why Grimmway?

Come be a part of our growing company where you can thrive and make an impact by working as a Shift Manager responsible forthe supervision of Production team members, ensuring that all HR, safety, food safety, quality, and sanitation policies are enforced. Work closely with the management team in achieving objectives and working towards continuous improvement. Grimmway is one of the largest carrot and organic vegetable grower/packer/shipper in the world! We pride ourselves in bringing fresh, healthy, and safe product to communities as we invest in and care for the earth’s natural resources and our family of employees. Come grow with us!

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What You Will Need:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or Business Administration
• Minimum 2–3 years of supervisory experience in food processing, fresh produce, or manufacturing.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization.
• Must have analyzation and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to comprehend, read, write, and communicate proficiently in English and interact with all levels of the organization.
• Remote work is not available for this position.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with a clean DMV driving record.
• Must pass pre-placement drug/alcohol screen, physical and functional capacity evaluation.

What Will Set You Apart:

• Experience with Rockwell Automation products.
• Experience in food manufacturing.
• Bi-lingual in English/Spanish.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Perform as a first-level leader in a complex food packaging facility, providing coaching, support, and direction to members of the assigned work team. Analyze data to evaluate goal completion and product yields. Review schedules and allocate team members to complete production expectations. Manage team members in various roles, including graders, machine operators, packers, forklift drivers, team leads, and shift supervisors. Lead daily team huddles to communicate announcements, safety reminders, production goals, and approaching deadlines. Evaluate subordinate performance, communicate with employees, and provide information for work performance improvement, if needed. Able to identify production line bottlenecks. Participate in Operational Team meetings with other supervisors, team leads, and managers. Perform Root Cause Analysis. Coordinate production activities with maintenance, automation, and quality control activities to obtain optimum production and utilization of human resources, machines, and equipment. Operate within SOPs to support employee and food safety, product quality, and workplace organization, with a focus on efficiency. Address employee concerns, working with contractor representatives as necessary.

Capable of troubleshooting issues related to automated process control resulting in production downtime. Capable of implementing more efficient processes by applying lean manufacturing principles with an emphasis on automated solutions. Perform at world class level obtaining overall equipment effectiveness above 70% in the pack room and washroom. Ability to developed and hire high ceiling individuals to run operations. Ability to hold individuals accountable and have self-accountability. Ability to evaluate team member performance, set the pace for the work environment, and have a sense of urgency. Follow and enforce all food safety, safety, and operation regulations. Other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to move frequently about inside the office and food processing facilities and/or occasionally, farming fields. Must be able to remain in a stationary position throughout much of the working day. Ability to operate a computer and other office productivity equipment. Must be able to move items weighing up to 50lbs.

Total Rewards:            $80,000 - $100,000 / YEAR

• Actual compensation paid within the range will be determined by factors such as the education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.
  • Subsidized benefits package including Medical and Dental coverage. 
  • Generous vision reimbursement allowance for each covered family member per calendar year. 
  • 401(k) plan
  • Paid Time Off/Paid Sick and Safe Time
  • Employer-paid life insurance
  • Subsidized gym membership
  • Discounted tickets to major theme parks throughout California.