Supervisor Production

Location: West Memphis

Pay

$65,000.00 - $76,000 salaried, depending on experience

Schedule

1st Shift, 4:00am - 4:30pm, with a 2, 2, 3 rotation

Benefits

• 401(k) match
• Health coverage
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Dedicated training and personalized mentorship

About the role

The Supervisor Production will provide training, coaching, and guidance to functional hourly associates; ensure the proper execution of the daily work activities that drive quality, efficiency, safety, service, and cost performance in a manufacturing plant. This role focuses on the current week, coordinating the application of performance tools and methodologies to enhance rapid, ongoing, measurable improvements, day-to-day production team operations, and setting and communicating daily, weekly, and monthly objectives.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, lead, and motivate a team to deliver results by communicating company goals, including quality and customer satisfaction, safety practices, and deadlines
• Engage and develop teammates through effective performance management, coaching, and training
• Implement continuous improvement methods while maintaining customer focus
• Embody company purpose and values to inspire servant leadership
• Check production output according to specifications, submit reports on performance and progress, and identify issues in efficiency while suggesting improvements
• Facilitate cross-functional team meetings within an environment of trust and engagement
• Ensure the safe use of equipment and schedule regular maintenance
• Plan and manage resources and coordinate immediate resolutions to work process interruptions to meet period results
• Train new employees on how to safely use machinery, follow procedures, and continuously validate conformity and effectiveness to standard work practices
• Set daily, weekly, and monthly objectives and communicate these objectives to employees
• Maintain staffing schedules and organize workflow by assigning responsibilities and preparing schedules

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Knowledge acquired through 3 years or more of work experience
• Work experience in a Manufacturing Environment or Food or Beverage
• Experience supervising hourly associates
• Manufacturing machine experience
• Able to demonstrate strong leadership capabilities
• Familiar with HACCP, ISO Standards, Six Sigma, and Lean Principles
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, SAP, CONA, SharePoint, PHRED, Kronos, and Livelink is a plus
• Must be able to lift at least 25 lbs., stand on feet for prolonged periods, and climb stairs as needed
• Detail-oriented and capable of mentally retaining details of events

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field
• Knowledge acquired through 5 - 7 years of work experience
• Food or Beverage industry experience

Work Environment

• 25% office environment, 75% industrial environment
• Weekend work will be required, including some holidays as scheduled to support customer demand
• Elevated equipment noise requiring the use of hearing protection
• Seasonal temperatures can be expected