Job Accountabilities

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

Job Requirements

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.)