Research and Development Supervisor jobs in Edmond, OK

Production Supervisor, Full Time 
A supervisory position that leads an operational area (production or fermentation) and team members within that area to ensure it is operating efficiently, safely and in accordance with all relevant regulatory requirements, the Safe Quality Food (SQF) Code and the Log10 Food Safety & Quality Program.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee an operational area (production or fermentation) including product manufacture, area &    equipment sanitation
•    Ensures that the plans and objectives established by the Operations Manager are fulfilled
•    Maintain staff by selecting, orienting, training, and developing  team members
•    Drive staff expectations by communicating job expectations, planning, monitoring, appraising job results, coaching, counseling, and disciplining team members
•    Monitor process flows through the observation of  critical control points, preventive controls, equipment, personnel, and resources
•    Drive efficiencies, continuous improvement, cost reduction and the meeting of company and department goals
•    Achieve expected work results and meet product specifications by establishing priorities, completing  production plans, completing required documentation, scheduling, and assigning personnel, monitoring progress, and resolving problems
•    Maintain food safety & quality standards through compliance with the Safe Quality Food Code and Log10 Food Safety & Quality Management programs
•    Provide information by compiling, initiating, sorting, and analyzing production or fermentation  performance records and data
•    Partner with quality assurance to facilitate corrections and corrective actions when needed by analyzing data, investigating issues, identifying solutions, and recommending preventive measures
•    Clearly communicates area status with the Operations Manager
•    Other Duties as Required

Qualifications:

Education

•   Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)  

Specialized Knowledge: 

• Advanced Computer Skills
•  Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel▪  
•  Food Production Operations and Sanitation
•  Knowledge of Personnel Safety and  OSHA Regulations
•  Understanding of the Safe Quality Food (SQF) Code or equivalent GFSI bench-marked food safety standard 

Skills:

▪    Able to Follow Written and Verbal Direction
▪    Excellent Written and Verbal Communication Skills
▪    Able to Lead a Team of People
▪    Able to Write and Edit Reports, SOP’s and Documentation

Other Characteristics

▪    Attention to Detail
▪    Able to Work Independently
▪    Able to Make Sound Decisions
▪    Positive Attitude and Able to Work as Part of a Team

Professional Certifications

▪    HACCP or PCQI certification, a plus
▪    SQF Practitioner, a plus

Experience:

▪    Minimum 4 years’ experience in production operations (food operations preferred) or sanitation
▪    2-years supervisory experience

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements: 

•    Temperature Controlled Facility Environment

•    Ability to Stand for Extended Periods of Time
•    Ability to Lift 50lbs
•    Ability to Crouch, Crawl, etc. to Evaluate Facility Areas or Equipment