CREATIVE WERKS LLC
Co-Manufacturing Supervisor - Enrobing
CREATIVE WERKS LLC, Elk Grove Village, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Job Description Description:
Job Summary: The Co-Manufacturing Supervisor - Enrobing is responsible for overseeing daily operations of the enrobing lines during assigned shifts. This role ensures consistent product quality, operational efficiency, and team performance. The Co-Manufacturing Supervisor - Enrobing ensures compliance with food safety standards and company policies while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and excellence.
Responsibilities of the Position: Supervise enrobing line operations to ensure optimal throughput and minimal downtime. Supervise and coach enrobing team members; manage staffing and performance. Maintain accurate records of production metrics and quality checks. Support improvements in yield, waste reduction, and equipment efficiency. Coach and train Operators in new procedures and skills. Onboard new employees and manage continued training. Review and revise standard operating procedures in Dozuki. Monitor coating consistency, weight control, and appearance. Communicate food safety concerns and potential quality issues with the Quality team. Inform the Maintenance team of machine/equipment issues and submit work requests. Work with the Warehouse team to guarantee material is brought to the lines in a timely manner and monitor accurate tracking of pallets (ghost pallets). Enforce safety protocols and ensure proper use of PPE and equipment. Communicate safety as the number one priority for employees by encouraging safe work practices and immediately addressing safety concerns. Present weekly Toolbox Talks and participate in monthly safety meetings. Complete accident reports and perform root cause analysis using the 5 Whys method. Identify and coach employee behaviors, monitor and decrease employee hazards Support sanitation of enrobing rooms and equipment per company standards. Maintain a positive work environment to ensure creative werks is the employer of choice for all employees. Support and coach the activities of assistant supervisors, team leads, and operators. Mediate and deescalate conflicts between employees. Adhere to all creative werks policies and procedures, including but not limited to safety and food safety. Perform other duties as assigned by Management. Requirements:
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Understanding of enrobing equipment and chocolate tempering processes. Ability to troubleshoot and resolve production issues Knowledge of SQF and GMP regulations Strong leadership and team management skills Effective communication and organizational skills Proficiency in production documentation and basic computer systems Ability to read, write and understand English work instructions Bi-lingual in English and Spanish is required Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred Minimum 2 years of experience in food manufacturing, with exposure to enrobing or chocolate processing Prior supervisory experience in a production environment preferred Food Safety Responsibilities: Attend all food safety training sessions (GMP, SQF, HACCP, Allergen, Food Facility Security, Preventing Foodborne Illness) Participate in company GMP walks Enforce company rules regarding food safety and monitoring Working Conditions: Office setting and warehouse environment with temperature range of 55 – 80 degrees Handling of food ingredients and powered industrial equipment This position requires the employee to be on-call at all times to respond to any emergency This position may require the employee to work weekends or shifts other than their own to meet the needs of the business Physical Requirements: Operate standard office equipment. Reach with hands and arms. Must regularly lift and/or move objects up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move objects that weigh more than 100 pounds. Stand and/or walk continuously for 8–12 hours a day. Frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach, all with or without reasonable accommodation.
Job Description Description:
Job Summary: The Co-Manufacturing Supervisor - Enrobing is responsible for overseeing daily operations of the enrobing lines during assigned shifts. This role ensures consistent product quality, operational efficiency, and team performance. The Co-Manufacturing Supervisor - Enrobing ensures compliance with food safety standards and company policies while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and excellence.
Responsibilities of the Position: Supervise enrobing line operations to ensure optimal throughput and minimal downtime. Supervise and coach enrobing team members; manage staffing and performance. Maintain accurate records of production metrics and quality checks. Support improvements in yield, waste reduction, and equipment efficiency. Coach and train Operators in new procedures and skills. Onboard new employees and manage continued training. Review and revise standard operating procedures in Dozuki. Monitor coating consistency, weight control, and appearance. Communicate food safety concerns and potential quality issues with the Quality team. Inform the Maintenance team of machine/equipment issues and submit work requests. Work with the Warehouse team to guarantee material is brought to the lines in a timely manner and monitor accurate tracking of pallets (ghost pallets). Enforce safety protocols and ensure proper use of PPE and equipment. Communicate safety as the number one priority for employees by encouraging safe work practices and immediately addressing safety concerns. Present weekly Toolbox Talks and participate in monthly safety meetings. Complete accident reports and perform root cause analysis using the 5 Whys method. Identify and coach employee behaviors, monitor and decrease employee hazards Support sanitation of enrobing rooms and equipment per company standards. Maintain a positive work environment to ensure creative werks is the employer of choice for all employees. Support and coach the activities of assistant supervisors, team leads, and operators. Mediate and deescalate conflicts between employees. Adhere to all creative werks policies and procedures, including but not limited to safety and food safety. Perform other duties as assigned by Management. Requirements:
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Understanding of enrobing equipment and chocolate tempering processes. Ability to troubleshoot and resolve production issues Knowledge of SQF and GMP regulations Strong leadership and team management skills Effective communication and organizational skills Proficiency in production documentation and basic computer systems Ability to read, write and understand English work instructions Bi-lingual in English and Spanish is required Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred Minimum 2 years of experience in food manufacturing, with exposure to enrobing or chocolate processing Prior supervisory experience in a production environment preferred Food Safety Responsibilities: Attend all food safety training sessions (GMP, SQF, HACCP, Allergen, Food Facility Security, Preventing Foodborne Illness) Participate in company GMP walks Enforce company rules regarding food safety and monitoring Working Conditions: Office setting and warehouse environment with temperature range of 55 – 80 degrees Handling of food ingredients and powered industrial equipment This position requires the employee to be on-call at all times to respond to any emergency This position may require the employee to work weekends or shifts other than their own to meet the needs of the business Physical Requirements: Operate standard office equipment. Reach with hands and arms. Must regularly lift and/or move objects up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move objects that weigh more than 100 pounds. Stand and/or walk continuously for 8–12 hours a day. Frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach, all with or without reasonable accommodation.