Production Supervisor

Calumet•Shreveport, LA

18d

About The Position

The Production Shift Supervisor oversees all aspects of production and is responsible for organizing and planning the assigned area. The role provides guidance and execution strategy as needed, and directly supervises the shift organization. The supervisor manages health, safety, and environmental compliance, oversees employee performance and development, and monitors shift operations to support optimum output and efficiency. The position also maintains operating procedures and housekeeping standards, coordinates training and personnel matters, manages work-order priorities and production schedules, and responds to critical production issues.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in a related field and 5+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Must be able to work any shift.
Proficiency with MS Office and SAP.
Ability to stand, walk, and sit; talk or hear in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects or controls; reach with hands and arms; regularly stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Manage health, safety, and environmental compliance, including reviewing and executing area audits.
Oversee production employees’ performance and development.
Plan, direct, and monitor shift operations to optimize output and efficiency.
Maintain housekeeping standards and assignments.
Maintain area operating procedures and ensure employees meet safety standards and personal protective equipment requirements.
Communicate daily operations and planned strategies to employees, departments, and supervisors.
Administer and coordinate job-specific training for new hires and handle daily personnel issues.
Manage work-order prioritization and ensure adherence to the production schedule.
Maintain expertise and serve as the first responder to critical production issues.
Perform additional duties as assigned.