Produce Repack Floor Foreman

PennRose Farms LLC is a grower-owned, solutions-based supply chain management company that grows, sources, ships, repacks, and distributes fresh fruits and vegetables throughout North America. The Fresh Produce Repack Floor Foreman is responsible for the day-to-day leadership and execution of all repack floor activities within the facility. This position serves as the primary production leader on the floor and is responsible for managing labor, workflow, food safety, product quality, productivity, inventory accountability, and production execution. Working under the direction of the Facilities Manager, the Repack Floor Foreman coordinates employees, materials, equipment, and production priorities to ensure customer orders are packed accurately, safely, efficiently, and on schedule. This role is expected to be highly visible on the production floor and actively engaged with employees, quality personnel, inventory teams, maintenance personnel, and management throughout the day. The successful candidate is a hands-on leader who understands fresh produce handling, workforce management, food safety requirements, inventory control principles, and production efficiency. POSITION PURPOSE The Repack Floor Foreman owns the daily execution of: Labor utilization Production scheduling Product flow Quality execution Food safety compliance Yield performance Waste reduction Team accountability Customer specification compliance On-time order completion The Foreman is responsible for converting incoming fresh produce into finished customer-ready products through well-controlled, efficient, and compliant repack operations. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Production Floor Leadership Direct and supervise all repack floor activities. Lead daily production startup meetings. Assign labor based on production schedules and priorities. Ensure staffing levels are aligned with work volume. Monitor labor productivity throughout each shift. Adjust labor assignments as conditions change. Maintain continuous workflow and minimize downtime. Ensure production targets are met safely and efficiently. Communicate production progress to the Facilities Manager throughout the day. Team Leadership & Workforce Management Lead, coach, train, and develop repack employees. Establish clear performance expectations. Promote a culture of accountability, urgency, teamwork, and professionalism. Ensure employees understand production requirements and quality standards. Monitor attendance, punctuality, and work performance. Assist with onboarding and training of new employees. Support employee cross-training initiatives. Identify high-potential employees for advancement opportunities. Address performance concerns promptly and professionally. Assist management with employee evaluations and disciplinary documentation when required. Production Scheduling & Execution Execute daily production schedules. Prioritize work orders according to customer requirements. Coordinate line changes and production transitions. Verify required materials are available before production begins. Ensure labels, packaging, pallet configurations, and specifications match customer requirements. Monitor production rates and throughput. Report production delays and recommend corrective actions. Produce Quality Oversight Work closely with Quality Control personnel to ensure products meet customer specifications. Verify acceptable quality before product enters the repack process. Identify quality issues before they affect production output. Monitor product condition throughout the production process. Ensure damaged, defective, or off-spec products are properly segregated. Assist in repack disposition decisions and quality investigations. Promote proper handling practices to minimize bruising, shrink, and damage. Food Safety & Regulatory Compliance Enforce all food safety programs and operational procedures. Ensure compliance with: GMPs GAPs HACCP-based programs FSMA requirements Customer food safety standa…

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