Production Supervisor

Amcor•Peosta, IA

23h

About The Position

Position exists to provide technical, quality, procedural, and people leadership on the production shifts. To ensure the production objective of safety of all employees, quality of the product and maximum operating efficiency by the utilization of knowledge, training, department resources and communications. The goal is to achieve efficient and economical manufacturing which conforms to the established objectives and goals of the company.

Requirements

Three years of experience as a supervisor, or college degree and one year of experience as a supervisor.
Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work with confidential information.
Strong organizational skills with proven ability to complete multiple tasks simultaneously.
Proven ability to lead and motivate employees.
Work requires willingness to work a flexible schedule.
Possess functional knowledge of maintenance and repair processes of high speed molding machines.
Thorough knowledge of equipment related to the extrusion and blow molding process.
Proficient computer skills.
Reports directly to Production Manager.
Responsible for all hourly shift employees.

Responsibilities

Direct and manage the work of all hourly plant personnel on your shift for effective plant operations.
Responsible for the production of a quality product and the minimization of scrap on each machine.
Direct proper use of materials and inspect materials being used.
Monitor production responsibilities for SPC functions
Prepare for and monitor product changeovers.
Compare cycle times to standards.
Inspect systems room when maintenance personnel are absent
Package quality bottles by verifying bottle inspections are done.
Verify correct use of packing procedures on each line.
Oversee and verify production labeling and reporting.
Minimize scrap in proper utilization of packing materials.
Verify correct operation of downstream equipment.
Prepares or directs others to prepare carton and unit labels.
Oversees material handling and movement procedures.
Oversees safe operation of material handling equipment including forklift trucks and pallet jacks.
Minimize held-ware and verify that regrind is done properly and completely.
Maintain and develop the workforce through training coaching and developing.
Provides appropriate and timely feedback on performance, which includes, but is not limited to the utilization of the annual review process.
Ensures shift is properly staffed according to production schedule and staffing standards.
Verifies time and attendance daily and verifies attendance on outside temporary employees.
Verifies operator preventive maintenance checks.
Maintain safe work environment by verifying the use of PPE by all employees, the floor and the area is clean and free of debris, the building security, fire exits are unblocked and reporting and investigating all accidents and near misses immediately.
Maintains Good Communications which includes but is not limited to notifying plant staff when machines are down.
Promotes Safety by following all Plant Safety rules and reports violations and unsafe practices to appropriate Management Personnel.
Follows GMP policy, product safety and daily cleaning.
Must be able to follow the ISO and Quality Management Systems
Assume other duties as assigned.
Accountable for the safety of all employees for whom they are responsible through active engagement in safety activities and provides clear, consistent communication of safe work expectations.
Supports and investigates situations in which line/equipment stoppage occurs due to perceived, imminent safety risk.
Completes responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and procedures, and applicable laws
Actively leads risk assessment activities for their area of responsibility by driving prioritized corrective and preventive actions to eliminate/reduce environmental, health or safety risks.
Lead all required meetings with safety (i.e. Pre-shift, Department, Change Management, General communication, Town Hall, etc.)
Completes incident investigations, root cause analysis and implements corrective actions accordingly in a timely and thorough manner.
Ensures the proper training and development of all assigned employees for whom they are responsible.
Sets goals for their organizational unit; achieves goals and ensures that all employees understand and work toward achieving goals.
Motivates and coaches employees through good communication and frequent performance feedback.
Identifies and coordinates additional training as needed.
Must know and follow all GMP procedures.
Must be able to work safely and follow Safety Rules and Procedures.
Must be able to identify and respond to violations and unsafe conditions.
Must be able to wear protective clothing as hair net, uniform, steel toe shoes, gloves, long-sleeved shirt, and earplugs.
Must be able to effectively respond in an Emergency Situation such as Fire, and Accident and direct the activities of others.
Must be able to follow all Department Procedures and Directives.
All of the above are essential job functions.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision plans
Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employees
Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location
Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits
Paid Parental Leave
Retirement Savings Plan with company match
Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)