Production Supervisor- Weekend Shift

Novonesis•Wausau, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position works under general direction and is responsible for managing the production process and employees on assigned shift to maximize production results and meet customer demand. This is a hands-on position that is heavily engaged in day-to-day production activities. This position works 5:00am-5:00pm, Friday-Sunday.

Requirements

Ability to read, write and speak English.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Ability to make administrative, procedural, and employment-related decisions in a dynamic environment.
Ability to communicate in oral and written form effectively and succinctly to all levels (Operator to Executive) of the organization, as well as outside contractors.
Possess working knowledge of continuous improvement principles and their application.
Possess a working knowledge in Microsoft Office programs.

Nice To Haves

Technical experience working on or operating machinery is preferred.
May require domestic and/or international travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

Scheduling, assigning, and prioritizing tasks while communicating job expectations, monitoring performance, and providing coaching for development, safety, quality, and productivity.
Mentoring employees, direct work assignments, and foster a positive, collaborative work culture through effective communication.
Enforcing systems, policies, and procedures while promoting company initiatives and directives to ensure compliance and alignment.
Driving employee empowerment and improvement by standardizing processes and utilizing tools like 5S and Kaizen for lean manufacturing.
Resolving employee issues, promote teamwork, and create a culture of engagement by driving company values and maintaining communication.
Recruiting, training, and developing employees while providing growth opportunities and ensuring adherence to GMP, Food Safety, and Food Defense requirements.
Recommending and implementing measures to improve processes, equipment performance, safety, and quality, while assessing and coordinating maintenance needs.
Leading performance management efforts through daily/weekly boards, root cause analyses, corrective actions, and audit follow-ups.
Overseeing production support activities, including supply inventory monitoring, troubleshooting, customer complaints, and documentation.
Ensure compliance with safety, sanitation, and dietary law certifications (e.g., Kosher, Halal) while participating in cross-functional projects or audits.