Description
Title: PM Production Assistant Supervisor
Reports To: Production Supervisor
Location: Stuart, FL
Type: Full-Time | Onsite | Non-Exempt
COMPANY SUMMARY
Pero Family Farms is a market share leader with over a century of dedication, commitment, and integrity. Operating since 1908, Pero is the farm trusted by retailers and consumers alike. We are a fully integrated farming operation, with departments that specialize in organic farming, logistics, global supply chain management, national sales operations, food processing operations, and strategic marketing functions. Our operation includes over 35,000 acres spanning across the East Coast of the United States from Florida to New York, with distribution and production facilities in several different states. We pride ourselves in maintaining a strong family heritage and tradition that has been dedicated to quality, innovation, and excellent customer service that has been feeding America’s families for over a century. Our family’s passion for farming remains unwavering, with a vision to continue the tradition for many generations to come, whilst maintaining the reverence and trust it has established with the American consumer. As we expand our offering to include an assortment of organic vegetable options; we have become one of the largest organic vegetable growers in the country and we are looking to grow our workforce family. Join us in continuing and strengthening our position as a market share leader dedicated and trusted by retailers and consumers alike.
JOB SUMMARY
The Assistant Production Supervisor plays a vital role in supporting production activities to ensure the efficient, high-quality processing of fresh produce. Working closely with the Production Supervisor, this role involves overseeing daily operations, coordinating production schedules, and ensuring adherence to food safety and quality standards, including HACCP and GMP requirements. The Assistant Production Supervisor assists in monitoring line productivity, minimizing waste, and optimizing processes for handling, packaging, and shipping fresh produce. This role requires a keen attention to detail and an understanding of perishable goods handling to maintain product freshness and quality. Additionally, the Assistant Production Supervisor provides on-the-floor support to staff, addresses any issues promptly, and contributes to continuous improvement efforts to enhance operational efficiency and safety.
Requirements
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for and may be called on to perform any or all duties assigned to lead persons by the company
- Responsible for performing supervisory duties as assigned by the Supervisor
- Responsible for (in the absence of the Supervisor) assuming and performing all supervisory duties as designated by the company. (See job description for Production Supervisor)
- Meet and maintain company objectives and efficiency standards for: Pounds per manpower, Overtime, Yield, Safety, Quality, Sanitation, Waste, and Customer specification
- Maintain a high level of morale in the production room by: Treating employees with respect and addressing them by name, Refraining from using harsh language, and Being fair and impartial when making judgments
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Frequent to constant standing and walking during shifts.
- High-pressure environment to meet production schedules.
- Exposure to product fumes (e.g., onions, peppers) and cleaning chemicals (e.g., chlorine).
- Constant exposure to varying temperatures, including 45°F or lower.
- Work may include overtime as required.
- Work involves interacting with production staff and other departments.
- Required to maintain a high level of morale and professionalism on the production floor.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Frequent to occasional bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, and climbing.
- Occasional lifting and carrying of products weighing 5 to 50 pounds.
- Frequent repetitive hand motions (e.g., writing, handling produce).
- Ability to perform supervisory duties, including training staff on safety and operational procedures.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Possess verbal and written communication skills
- Experience in fresh food or production environment
- Must have own transportation
- Must have a working knowledge of English language
- Basic Mathematical abilities
- Ability to interact across departments
- Ability to train/enforce staff on safety requirements
COMPANY BENEFITS/PERKS
- 401(k)
- Health, Dental, Vision Insurance and more
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
The company (Pero) reserves the right to alter, amend, expand or contract these duties and responsibilities as the company's needs evolve.
Skills Required
- Experience in fresh food or production environment
- Knowledge of HACCP and GMP food-safety standards
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Working knowledge of English
- Basic mathematical abilities
- Ability to train and enforce staff on safety and operational procedures
- Ability to interact across departments
- Must have own transportation (commute to Stuart, FL)
- Ability to perform physical tasks: standing, lifting 5-50 lbs, bending, repetitive motions
What We Do
Pero Family Farms is a 5th generation, family-owned and operated farming company that grows a large variety of fresh vegetables and provides produce and food products.
