Production Supervisor

About the role

Supervise a workforce of 20-30 hourly full-time and up to 30 seasonal and temporary associates in a multi-shift operation, performing activities in production, equipment maintenance, building and grounds maintenance, warehouse, distribution, and/or field operations.

• Assign work and monitor progress, orient and train associates, interview and recommend hiring of applicants, evaluate associate work performance, counsel associates and/or implement disciplinary action, and establish associate work schedules.
• Execute and enforce government, company, and/or plant laws, procedures, and policies.
• Ensure quality and quantity standards are achieved in a cost-effective and efficient manner along with the availability of materials and supplies; problem-solve quickly when things do not go according to plan.
• Communicate, implement, and monitor company-provided safety programs and procedures.
• Foster a team environment and ensure positive associate relations to maintain a union-free environment.
• Prepare and/or maintain various logs, records, and reports, such as production, maintenance, inventory, etc.; may purchase supplies, parts, and/or equipment; may assist in developing and monitoring the budget.
• Operate equipment side-by-side with your workforce.
• Assist other supervisors and/or the Plant Manager in directing the overall operation of the plant, performing special projects as needed.
• Drive plant productivity, including involvement in goal setting for the plant and execution of plant production goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent work experience in a supervisory or operations role will be considered.
• 2-5 years of overall manufacturing experience.
• Experience in a supervisory or lead role is highly desired, specifically in associate development and safety.
• Experience in one or more of the following functional areas is required: manufacturing, distribution, raw materials purchasing, inventory planning controls management, sales, and customer service.
• Working knowledge of all facets of manufacturing including continuous improvement, team building, safety, associate relations, quality, and customer service.
• Good oral and written communication skills and strong leadership skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively multi-task, solve problems in a fast-paced environment, and manage, motivate, and train others to achieve required goals.
• Strong computer skills.
• Ability to be bilingual in Spanish/English.

Pay

The starting budgeted pay range for this role will generally fall between $73,300.00 - $86,200.00 per year. Scotts will consider various factors in determining the actual pay including your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location. This role is also incentive eligible under our corporate bonus programs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you, your spouse/domestic partner, and dependents.
• Wellness reimbursement program.
• 401K match (up to 7.5%) and a 15% discount on company stock.
• Maven Family Planning and up to $30,000 to accommodate for adoption, fertility, and surrogacy.
• Employee Resource Groups focusing on diversity and inclusion, family, education, and sustainability: Scotts Women’s Network, Scotts Black Employees’ Network, Scotts Veterans Network, Scotts Young Professionals, Scotts Pride Network (GroPride), Scotts Associates for a Greener Earth (SAGE), Scotts Family TREE, and Associate Boards.
• Community service and volunteerism opportunities.