Description:
The Production Supervisor is a member of the plant leadership team and plays a key role in providing management and leadership to deliver business results and operational improvements. Under direction of the Business Unit Manager, the Production Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day manufacturing operations for an assigned area and shift.
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Primary Responsibilities
- This role has responsibility to achieve productivity, efficiency, customer service, cost, quality, safety and employee engagement objectives through both individual and team contributions.
- Provides direction, leadership, development and support to direct reports through empowerment, teamwork, on-the-job assignments and continuous improvement projects and initiatives.
- Develops, implements and promotes safety programs and safe work practices through involvement in plant safety teams, programs and initiatives.
- Promotes sound employee & labor relations within the department by developing and maintaining an effective organization with qualified personnel.
- Develops, promotes, and supports continuous improvement and other cross-functional initiatives.
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Qualifications
- BA/BS Degree in Business, Food Science, Engineering or related field is preferred
- 2+ years of experience in supervisor role
- 1-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment is required
- Ability to lead, motivate and mentor large teams of hourly associates is required
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Strong analytical/critical thinking
- Strong accountability, consistency and follow-through skills
- Ability to work effectively with a wide array of plant personnel ranging from hourly employees to senior management