SUMMARY
To oversee the daily operation of the Processing Department on a shift basis. Manage and coordinate the
activities of the Process department and to deliver quality products to the Packaging line in a safe and efficient
manner.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
• Responsible for guiding the plant’s SQF certification program.
• Monitor the quality and efficiency of the mixing operation
• Working knowledge of operation of different types of process equipment with varying degrees of
automation.
• Document Processing and Process Mixer performance
• Maintain a good level of communication with Quality Control, Research & Development, Packaging and
Sanitation departments
• Preparation of raw materials for processing
• Must possess excellent mathematical, verbal and written communication skills as well as reasoning ability
• Work with manufacturing departments to ensure efficient schedules while abiding by processing rules
• Assist R&D on new product development and refine existing products as necessary.
• Ensure SQF standards and quality product standards as set forth by the QC Department.
• Direct and supervise 30+ employees
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities including, interviewing, hiring, training employees as well as
addressing employee issues
• Comprehend and follow process control instructions/formula recipes and procedures, including
completing paperwork
• Responsible for quality of products, ensuring that the correct amounts of good quality raw materials are
used
• Follow and enforce GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)
• Coordinate with Production personnel to successfully transfer to the packaging lines
• Assist in cleaning, maintaining and inventory of raw material storage areas
• Ensures compliance with corporate standards and systems to monitor food safety, food safety culture,
quality and facility cleanliness
• Commitment to safety begins with management. Managers and frontline supervisors are accountable for
creating and maintaining a culture of Safety and assuring a safe work environment
• Other duties as assigned
FOOD SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Lead by example to ensure our highest quality manufacturing practices are being met
• Ensure team members follow all Ken’s Food Safety and GMP policies
• Ensure all work is completed in a safe and sanitary manner
• Ensure team members produce product free of contamination
• Ensure team members Report any suspicious activities anywhere in or around the plant
• Ensure team members Inspect work area for any possible product contamination issues on a continuous
basis
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Directly supervises 15-25 employees in the Food Service and Retail Kitchens. Carries out supervisory
responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include
interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance;
rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The
requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED), one year certificate from college or technical school, or
two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Employment with Ken’s Foods is contingent upon successful completion of a drug test, background screening, and pre-employment assessment.
Ken’s Foods is a dynamic company, family-owned and -operated since 1958. With four manufacturing plants strategically located, we employ over 1600 people throughout the U.S. We use high-quality ingredients to produce over one thousand varieties of dressings and sauces for both retail grocery and food service divisions.
We are committed to offer a work environment where safety and quality are the priority, as evidenced by our awarded SQF Level III certification. Because the health and wellness of our team is important to us, we provide excellent benefits and a friendly culture. We have a diverse customer base that is rapidly growing – a sign of our market acceptance and commitment to the consumer. Ken's Foods is a rewarding place to learn and grow through practical applications of food science, product development, and operations management.