Production Supervisor

Key Role and Responsibilities

• Ensure all production lines are operating at proper speeds and output levels while adhering to company's established quality policies and productivity standards.
• Ensure strict compliance and adherence to all established health, safety, and environmental policies.
• Work with Production Manager to assign personnel according to qualifications and establish shift schedules to meet production orders.
• Comprehend production schedules and provide completion estimates based on manpower and equipment availability.
• Ability to troubleshoot and maintain machine functionality during shift.
• Perform routine quality control procedures throughout shift, report defects or quality concerns to management.
• Maintain accuracy of production reporting.
• Able to coach and train new hires on all machines and continually develop existing employees on building proficiency.
• Proper understanding of raw materials and verify correct blend of materials for each product line.
• Other duties may be assigned at times to meet facility and company needs.

Skills

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3-5 years previous manufacturing experience.
• Ability to work independently and has excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to read measuring devices.
• Ability to supervise and lead team, promote teamwork, and champion company culture.
• Ability to safely operate material handling equipment including forklifts and overhead cranes.
• General computer skills including use of manufacturing software.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders regularly.