Production Supervisor

Duties And Responsibilities

• Schedule, assign work, and provide clear direction to production employees.
• Maintain smooth operation of the production process and ensure daily production goals are met.
• Monitor operations activities to ensure plant production and quality standards are met.
• Ensure equipment is functioning efficiently and is properly cleaned and sanitized.
• Arrange for timely repair/resolution of equipment failures.
• Promote safe work behaviors and hold self and direct reports accountable for following safety rules and regulations.
• Conduct accident/injury investigations and report injuries to HR in a timely manner.
• Administer policies, procedures, and programs related to operations.
• Schedule production to produce appropriate quantities and varieties of product to meet orders, demand, and productivity goals.
• Ensure materials are appropriately staged for next production runs.
• Look for ways to increase operational efficiency and contain costs.
• Communicate with employees through shift meetings and informal methods.
• Administer employee promotions, transfers, timekeeping, performance evaluations, and coaching.
• Maintain safe working conditions for employees and comply with all company regulations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Undergraduate degree in related curriculum preferred.
• 2 to 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably food and/or beverage manufacturing.
• Minimum of 2 years previous supervisory experience.
• Certification and/or license may be required during course of employment.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of manufacturing process flow and its importance.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement models.
• Skills with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems.
• Knowledge of supervision, training, and personnel management.
• Clear communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work collaboratively and foster good teamwork.
• Positive interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with others.
• Initiative and follow-through on day-to-day responsibilities.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, AD&D, long term disability, short term disability, 401k, and flex spending/HSA benefits.
• This is a bonus eligible position.

Pay

$70,000 - $80,000 / year