Production Supervisor- 2nd Shift

Maker's Pride Talent Acquisition Team•Carol Stream, IL

2d•$58,962 - $88,444•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for all production and packaging activities as required to safely produce quality products with the most efficient use of labor and materials on the appropriate/scheduled shifts and lines. This is a second shift position with hours 2PM to 11PM M-F with some weekends. The pay range for this full-time, salaried position is $58,962 - $88,444/year. Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. The position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive based on company and individual performance.

Requirements

Two-year college degree in business or related field required
Proficient in MS Office applications such as Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word.
Excellent communication, conflict management, decision-making, motivational and organizational skills required.
Strong self-confidence and leadership skills required.
Basic mechanical skills required.

Nice To Haves

Four-year college degree preferred.
Proficient in Kronos timekeeping system and SAP both pluses.

Responsibilities

Supervise assigned team of employees of 100 or more direct reports. Responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of these employees. Also, directly supervise non-supervisory (lead) employees.
Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable federal, state and local laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training new employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving issues.
Process a solid working knowledge of SQF and GMP policies and procedures, SAP processes, OSHA/MiOSHA regulations, HFS HPS/LEAN tools and Microsoft Office.
Direct the conversion of raw materials to finished products with minimum waste and labor cost.
Control raw material formula consistency.
Monitor proper inventory rotation of raw materials and packaging.
Responsible for maintaining a 5S environment.
Responsible for scheduling, maintaining and approving production employee’s work hours on a daily basis. Work with employees to investigate any scheduling and/or payroll-related issues.
Responsible for complying with customer service and Company standards.
Review production orders or schedules to ascertain product data such as types, quantities, and specifications of products and scheduled delivery dates in order to plan operations.
Plans production operations, establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing products.
Reviews production and operating reports and resolves operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays. Inspect machines and equipment to ensure specific operational performance and optimum utilization.
Resolves employee complaints or submits unsettled complaints to the Employee & Community Relations Manager for action. Handle all disciplinary actions and employee disputes.
Train, develop and evaluate all employees to meet future needs.
Attend meetings; make presentations, etc. as needed.
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) at all times.
Comply with all safety, health and environmental regulations as prescribed by law.
Comply with all Company rules, regulations and policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Work in a fast-paced environment, while being able to make sound decisions.
Communicate in English to give and acknowledge instructions/problems.
Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
Write routine reports and correspondence.
Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram and schedule form.
Respond to common inquiries and complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, employees and members of the business community.
Effectively present information to employees, management and public groups.
Teach simple math functions such as add, subtract, multiply and divide in various units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
Apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Perform general housekeeping, including sweeping, mopping, etc.
Work well with others in stressful situations and meet deadlines as necessary.
Handle multiple priorities and tasks.
Receptive to new ideas, concepts and procedures.
Receptive and responsive to constructive criticism.
Maintain harmonious working relations with employees from all departments.
Maintain harmonious working relations with management from all levels.
Communicate effectively with all employees and management.