Production Supervisor

About the position

Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. We are looking for a Production Supervisor to join our Scotts Miracle Gro team in Lawrenceville, VA! If you enjoy leading a team of highly effective individuals in a fast-paced and high energy work environment then you will thrive as the Production Supervisor at our Tyler, TX production facility. The Production Supervisor will have a considerable impact on the plant's overall performance and customer relations of the company.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a workforce comprised of 20-30 hourly full-time, and up to 30 seasonal and temporary associates in a multishift operation.
• Assign work and monitor progress, orient and train associates, interview and recommend hiring of applicants, evaluate associate work performance, counsel associates and/or implement disciplinary action, and establish associate work schedules.
• Execute and enforce government, company and/or plant laws, procedures, and/or policies.
• Ensure quality and quantity standards are achieved in a cost effective and efficient manner along with the availability of materials and supplies.
• Problem solve quickly when things do not go according to plan.
• Communicate, implement and monitor company provided safety programs and procedures.
• Foster a team environment and ensure positive associate relations to maintain a union-free environment.
• Prepare and/or maintain various logs, records and reports, such as production, maintenance, inventory, etc.
• May purchase supplies, parts and/or equipment; may assist in developing and monitoring the budget.
• Operate equipment side-by-side with your workforce.
• Assist other supervisors and/or Plant Manager in directing the overall operation of the plant, performing special projects as needed.
• Involvement in goal setting for the plant, and execution of plant production goals.

Requirements

• B.S. degree in engineering, business management, operations management, supply chain management or related field preferred.
• 2-5 years overall manufacturing experience.
• Experience in a supervisory or lead role is highly desired, specifically experience in associate development and safety.
• Experience in one or more of the following functional areas is required: manufacturing, distribution, raw materials purchasing, inventory planning controls management, sales and customer service.

Nice-to-haves

• Working knowledge of all facets of manufacturing including continuous improvement, team building, safety, associate relations, quality, and customer service.
• Good oral and written communication skills and strong leadership skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively multi-task, problem solve in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to manage, motivate and train others to achieve required goals.
• Strong computer skills.
• Mechanically inclined.
• Safety first mindset.
• Ability to be bilingual in Spanish/English.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage for you, your spouse/domestic partner and dependents.
• Wellness reimbursement program.
• 401K match (up to 7.5%).
• 15% discount on company stock.
• Access to Maven Family Planning and up to $30,000 for adoption, fertility and surrogacy.
• Employee Resource Groups focusing on diversity and inclusion, family, education and sustainability.
• Community service and volunteerism opportunities.