Production Supervisor - Manufacturing 1st Shift

Sauer Brands•New Century, KS

About The Position

The Production Supervisor works closely with teammates to ensure effective production activities, departmental processes, and procedures. The role manages several production-line functions and activities at the plant, including production activities, processes, procedures, and employees, to meet assigned workloads and production schedules. The Supervisor also works with other Production Supervisors to meet overall department needs. The position oversees assigned main plant production lines and requires a versatile leader who can work across the main plant floor. The Supervisor supports plant performance improvement, participates in daily plant management meetings, uses performance data to develop direct reports and drive improvement, and reports weekly on area direction, actions, and influencing factors. The role balances production needs with labor costs, promotes safety, supports operator training, monitors equipment and sanitation, and works with Quality, Maintenance, the Production Manager, and HR to address operational, product, and employee matters. Sauer Brands, Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics or any other basis prohibited by law.

Requirements

Five years of food manufacturing experience and production management.
Ability to give and receive thorough instructions and communicate effectively with all levels of the company to establish an understanding of departmental expectations and direction.
Excellent computer skills, especially with Microsoft Office and Excel.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Thorough knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, SQF, and continuous improvement.
Knowledge of production and the ability to lead, develop, train, and motivate the workforce while maintaining a healthy work environment and high employee engagement.
Excellent problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

Oversee assigned main plant production lines and work across the main plant floor as needed.
Lead by example and support initiatives to improve plant performance using established methods.
Participate in daily plant management meetings.
Develop direct reports so they can use performance data effectively to drive improvement.
Report weekly on the direction of areas of responsibility, actions being taken, and factors influencing those actions.
Direct employees to balance production needs with labor costs.
Ensure compliance with safety standards, promote a safe work environment, and participate in the Safety Committee as needed.
Identify performance issues and provide guidance, coaching, and progressive discipline as needed.
Support operator training on proper equipment operating methods and required GMP and safety training using a training platform.
Work with Quality, Maintenance, and the Production Manager to resolve production and product issues.
Monitor line equipment for functionality, safety, and cleanliness.
Perform daily GMP and sanitation audits and address issues found.
Seek opportunities to improve operational efficiency, quality, and safety.
Assist with investigating quality complaints to determine their cause and work with the Production Manager to implement resulting corrective actions within the department.
Work with HR to recruit and hire qualified employees and monitor and review employee performance and attendance.
Ensure HR-related policies are followed.
Perform other duties as assigned.