Reporting directly to the Plant Superintendent, the Manufacturing Supervisor, is responsible for leading the manufacturing team to ensure production of a quality product that meets or exceeds customer expectations.
Duties And Responsibilities:
Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:
Coordinates and supervises activities of equipment and workforce throughout the facility with a focus on optimizing Safety, Quality, Productivity, Spoilage and Employee Engagement
Communicates all pertinent information between departments and between shifts on changes to equipment, production schedules, production problems or any other related information.
Works with employees on identifying, discussing solutions and implementing "fixes" on machinery and equipment problems
Performs and facilitates "on the job training", coaching, and performance management of employees as needed or required
Applies knowledge of various processes, production methods and processes to improve plant production
Manages machinery set-up and adjustment and inspects products to ensure compliance to standards
Oversees quality and recommends modifications of existing quality or production standards to achieve optimal performance within the equipment limits
Complete and/or administer necessary documentation such as production sheets, pallet ticketing, job progressions, disciplinary actions, monthly SAFE cards, time and attendance, accident reports and process control sheets
Performs other job-related duties as required or assigned
Shift: Rotating 4 on, 4 off continuous operation work schedule, 5p-5a
Qualifications:
Minimum Requirements
High School Education/GED
Five to seven year(s) experience in a high speed manufacturing environment
At least three years of proven leadership experience
Must be available to work various shifts if needed and be able to work nights, weekends, and overtime to cover absences or provide additional support
Preferred Requirements
Bachelor's degree
Packaging industry experience
Knowledge of Six Sigma, SPC, and Lean Manufacturing
Competencies
Strong problem solving skills through an individual and/or collaborative approach
Ability to work independently or with a team
Must be able to look at new solutions and "think outside the box"
Effective leadership skills such as conflict resolution, communication, decision making, etc
Demonstrated employee relations skills and the ability to motivate people
Excellent time management and project management skills as well as the ability to multi-task
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong computer skills and working knowledge of various Microsoft programs (Excel, Word, Access, etc.)