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The Manufacturing Supervisor works closely with the Plant Manager and Plant Superintendent to ensure the production of a quality product that meets or exceeds customer expectations. Reporting directly to the Plant Superintendent, the Manufacturing Supervisor responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:
- Coordinates and supervises activities of equipment and personnel throughout the facility with a focus on optimizing Safety, Quality, Productivity and Spoilage
- Communicates all pertinent information between departments and between shifts on changes to equipment, production schedules, production problems or an 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" and/or coaching of all 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
In addition to the specific responsibilities listed above, the ideal candidate will possess the following:
Minimum Requirements:
- High School Education/GED
- Five to seven years experience in a high speed manufacturing environment
- At least three years of proven supervisory 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, its.
- 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.)
