Production Supervisor

Huhtamaki•Hammond, IN

About The Position

Enjoy a career, packaged with care, whilst helping protect food, people and the planet We are a key global provider of sustainable packaging solutions. We’re on a mission to make all packaging recyclable, reusable, or compostable. Every day, we ensure the hygiene and safety of food and drink for people around the world. We are Huhtamaki. You could be part of our vision. Because it’s our talented people that make it happen. Our people on the shop floor producing innovative, sustainable products. Our people in our offices delivering excellence for our customers every day. It’s every one of us working together. We offer a place where you can feel safe, be supported, and make an impact so we can all focus on the future together.

Requirements

Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office required.
Ability to communicate at all levels within the organization.
Able to implement change within the department.
Able to motivate department employees to meet and exceed demands.
Ability to close and complete projects in a timely manner.
Must be self-motivated.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or Equivalent; College degree preferred.
Lean Six Sigma training preferred.
3-5 years’ experience leading and supervising teams in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Supervise hourly Production shift employees and Continuous Improvement (CI) teams.
Champion and participate in company Safety, GMP, and CI efforts.
Direct daily activities of Production included, but not limited to, safety, quality, throughput, and maintenance.
Manage and supervise employee performance through training, teamwork, counseling, and progressive discipline.
Schedule, plan and lead improvement teams, activities, and small projects.
Develop employees and maintain positive employee/management relationships.
Effectively communicate with all levels of the Company.
Troubleshoot production problems.
Manage employee hours, including hours worked, PTO, etc. using Ceridian Payroll System.
Complete various reports, as required.
All other duties as assigned.