Production Supervisor In-Training

Cambria•Le Sueur, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for learning all elements of the daily production and work activity of the soft line team. This position will eventually oversee safety, quality, and production while utilizing systems and metrics to make strategic decisions.

Requirements

Ability to become certified in forklift and overhead crane operation
Ability to become certified in Lockout Tagout
Ability to become certified in Chemical Handling
Ability to read and write in English to complete required documentation
Basic computer skills
3-5+ years of experience in a manufacturing field
3-5+ years of proven leadership ability
Experience with Oracle, Tableau and other metric based software
Critical thinking and troubleshooting skills
Basic math skills
Mechanically inclined
Industrial work experience
Microsoft Office Suite
High attention to detail
Reliable and punctual
Direct communication
Sense of urgency in completing work
Capable of multitasking
Work well both independently and with a team
Self-motivated
Employees who are required to wear a respirator must maintain a clean-shaven face in the area where the respirator seals to the skin.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree or equivalent experience preferred

Responsibilities

Learn & Apply Employee Coaching: Shadow leadership to train, support, and develop Soft Line employees to maximize team performance.
Practice Task Assignment: Work alongside the supervisor to assign daily work duties and communicate performance expectations clearly to team members.
Maintain Operational Records: Build proficiency in tracking employee performance, attendance, vacation schedules, and working hours.
Deliver Constructive Feedback: Gain hands-on experience administering performance reviews and ongoing feedback under management guidance.
Facilitate Shift Transitions: Practice leading shift hand-off meetings and completing detailed shift documentation.
Understand Policy Enforcement: Partner with the Soft Line Production Manager to learn proper protocols for evaluating and addressing employee policy violations.
Support Continuous Improvement: Practice project management by helping lead line improvement initiatives identified by management.
Maintain Line Efficiency: Assist in covering team breaks and step in to perform general Soft Line production duties whenever operational needs arise.
Monitor Inventory Levels: Learn to maintain accurate production line inventory for raw materials and finished goods.
Master Core Software Systems: Gain and retain operational proficiency in Oracle, MaintainX, and other company computer systems.
Enforce Safety & SOP Compliance: Execute all tasks safely per Soft Line SOPs, including proper Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) protocols and safe chemical handling.
Complete Required Training: Active participation in Cambria-provided First Aid/CPR/AED training.
Maintain Area Standards: Keep work areas clean, safe, and orderly, and complete additional duties as assigned by leadership.