Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Seeding Supervisor is a senior leader within the production team and is responsible for overseeing all seeding operations to ensure high-quality product output, efficiency, and adherence to production plans. This role manages Seeding Leads and their teams, ensuring consistency across shifts, optimizing processes, and maintaining high standards for safety, quality, and performance.
The Seeding Supervisor plays a critical role in scaling operations by driving continuous improvement, supporting team development, and ensuring seamless coordination between seeding, germination, and production functions.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Leadership & People Management
- Directly manage, coach, and develop Seeding Leads and their teams
- Set performance expectations and hold Leads accountable for productivity, quality, and safety standards
- Lead training initiatives for Leads and Operators, including onboarding and upskilling
- Foster a strong team culture through leading by example, promoting accountability, and supporting collaboration
- Participate in hiring, scheduling, and performance reviews for seeding team members
Operational Oversight
- Oversee all seeding operations across shifts, ensuring alignment with production plans and timelines
- Monitor seed placement accuracy, soil moisture levels, and germination success
- Ensure proper management of plate movements within germination boxes and transitions to grow lines
- Supervise use and performance of seeding machines and automation systems
- Track key metrics including seed loss, throughput, and efficiency; identify and implement improvements
Quality & Food Safety
- Ensure strict adherence to food safety and quality standards across the seeding area
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of equipment, gutters, and workspaces
- Conduct routine inspections to ensure compliance with operational and sanitation standards
- Partner with Quality teams to resolve issues and implement preventative measures
Equipment & Maintenance Coordination
- Oversee equipment condition and ensure proper maintenance of seeding machinery
- Act as escalation point for equipment issues; coordinate closely with Maintenance technicians
- Support troubleshooting of mechanical or operational issues beyond the Lead level
Communication & Coordination
- Serve as the primary liaison between seeding, production planning, maintenance, and other support teams
- Ensure accurate and timely reporting, including consolidated shift and daily production reports
- Oversee accuracy of seeding and movement tracking boards and digital systems
- Communicate priorities, changes, and performance updates clearly across teams
Process Improvement
- Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product quality
- Standardize best practices across all Leads and shifts
- Leverage data and reporting to drive decision-making and continuous improvement
Additional Responsibilities
- Support hands-on operations as needed during high-volume periods or staffing gaps
- Ensure compliance with company policies and safety requirements
- Perform other duties as assigned
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
Requirements
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS:
- Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to develop frontline leaders
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency with computers and production tracking systems
- Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment issues
- Bilingual (preferred but not required)
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
- Ability to stand on feet for extended periods
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs
- Ability to work weekends and flexible schedules as needed
- Forklift experience (preferred)
