Production Shift Supervisor

About the role

The Shift Leader works side by side their assigned manufacturing team to coordinate the production of the highest quality wood pellet in the safest and most cost-effective manner possible.

Responsibilities

• Is the Coach, Leader and Manager of the production crew.
• Responsible for the safety and wellbeing of themselves and all other employees working on their shift. This includes always maintaining an organized and safe operating environment and driving the Lignetics Safety System at the crew level.
• Responsible for setting the standards on the shift for housekeeping, quality and productivity.
• Responsible for regular monitoring of the shift performance and the communication/coordination of improvement initiatives.
• Responsible for administering the personal development program for the team.
• Responsible for the operations of the green in feed system, dryer system, dry hammer mill system, kiln dried system, pellet mills and all other associated equipment.
• Responsible for keeping accurate production and down time records, including the operator logs.
• Monitors the quality test results and corrects the root cause of any incident that is outside of their specified ranges.
• Will be qualified as relief in all positions and will cover for absences on the team such as vacation, sickness and other excused absences.
• Other tasks as directed by the Production Manager.

Requirements

• 3-5 years leadership experience, ideally in a fast-paced 24/7 environment.
• Direct wood pellet manufacturing experience preferred.
• Prior experience in manufacturing process trouble shooting desired; demonstrated delegation and problem-solving abilities preferred.
• Ability to coach, train and mentor.
• Will need to be ready to walk / stand 80% of the time, traversing from building to building with ease.
• Will need to be ready to change positions often; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl as needed.
• Will need to be ready to visually observe, inspect equipment and surroundings.
• Will be lifting a minimum of 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment, both indoors and outdoors, regardless of weather conditions.
• Pre-employment background check and drug screen required.

Skills

• Great communication skills.
• Willing to flex leadership style as needed.
• Comfortable holding the team to a standard.
• Able to motivate a team.
• Continuous improvement mindset.
• Good communication and documentation skills.

Benefits