Ice Cream Mix Making and Logistics Supervisor

Title of role: Mix Making and LogisticsSupervisor

Background & Purpose of the Job:

Under the immediate direction of the Mix and Logistics Area lead, and the Mix / Logistics Room Manager. This position is responsible forbuilding the night shift teams of mix/log into effective, efficient teams with a high standard for culture and compliance. All mix/log personnel will report to this individual.  

They will ensure employee safety, food safety, product quality standards are met. They will also oversee and be responsible forthe proper procurement of ingredients according to production planning,inbound shipments, employee scheduling functions, raw / pack cycle counting, finished goodsinventory, and material storage.In responsible for ensuring MV and OEE targets are Met via managing end of month activities, controlling mix room MV, ensuring FIFO utilization, and supporting the expired blocked stock program. Supports continuous improvement in these departments and participates in other pillars. 

What You’ll Do:

Principal Accountabilities:

• Procurement of Dairy, Sugars, Coatings when necessary.

• Scheduling of Mix/Log Room Personnel.

• Managing material storage standards and processes. 

• Ensuring inventories of Ingredients and cycle counting is adequate. 

• Investigation and resolving of MV losses within the department.

• Maintain State regulated programs and procedures.

• Maintain CIP and cleaning programs.

• Other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need To Succeed:

Knowledge and skill requirements:

• Ability to navigate and use web-based programs such as Buildapp, Weever, Megamation, DFOS, SAP, Microsoft and SPC

• Ability to apply rigorous Cost Deployment and the Zero loss concept to eliminate losses utilizingcontinuous improvement 

• Must be flexible within pattern of shift work to accommodate factory shutdowns, training courses, etc. and emergency cover.

• High School diploma or equivalent.

• Minimum of two (2) years' experience in all facets of a Log/Mix Room environment preferred.

• Minimum of one (1) year direct pasteurizer experience (including all areas of operating the press, control room, and ability to make adjustments to materials and mix) preferred.

• Understands the role of formulas in the Mix / Log process and is able to work with them.

• Strong math and computer-based skills (SAP, MS WORD, AND EXCEL).

• Able to communicate and work effectively with multiple departments and the corresponding leaders.

• Ability to lift 50-to-80-pounds. 

Working Environment:

Variable, consisting of the office environment, the mix room,logistics department, and the manufacturing floor.  Potential hazards include proximity of moving machinery, chemical exposure, or heavy lifting.  The position may require an individual to stand, stoop, move equipment; bend, reach, or lift for prolonged periods of time.  Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) includes safety glasses, hearing protection, sanitary/anti-slip safety toe footwear, fall restraints and other PPE as required.