Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

West Liberty Foods•Bolingbrook, IL

4h•Onsite

About The Position

West Liberty Foods manufactures hundreds of meat and poultry products that can be found in well-known grocery stores and top restaurant chains nationwide. Recognized as one of the top protein processors in North America, we have the capacity to produce over 650 million pounds of food products per year across our facilities. The Production Supervisor is responsible for daily production in the area of responsibility, leading and training production team members to ensure the efficient and safe manufacturing of quality products in a manner that is consistent with company policies and procedures.

Requirements

Schedule requires a 2 - 2 - 3 schedule (working every other weekend).
Bachelor’s Degree in related field or equivalent is preferred.
Minimum of 2 years of related experience.
Ability to lead a team of resourceful and skilled team members.
Must be able to work independently without constant supervision.
Must be able to problem solve.
Must be able to work in a fast paced environment.
Ability to adjust quickly to changing demands.
Computer skills including Google Suite.
Knowledge of timekeeping system.
Ability to lead, motivate and develop others.
Must be able to work extended hours and weekends if needed.
Candidates must successfully pass post-offer/pre-employment drug test and background screen.

Nice To Haves

Coaching and performance management experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Seeks resolution of team member concerns to create an environment that expresses care, concern and consistency toward all team members.
Promotes cooperation and dedication to superior workmanship among all team members.
Provides training for team members on company policies, rules, regulations and job specific duties and responsibilities.
Audits performance to verify knowledge transfer and adherence to training.
Initiates needed maintenance work orders and monitors maintenance activities.
Attains all budgeted and standard operating costs.
Monitors and enforces adherence to GMP’s and specifications. Maintains high levels of sanitation, housekeeping and product quality.
Arranges for materials and supplies needed for daily production.
Reviews and approves new methods and standards. Utilizes teamwork for improvements.
Assures team members are paid correctly, reviewing timesheets, payroll and labor costs.
Works with the HR department on team member staffing, care, benefits, pay, discipline, etc. Properly documents team member activities for attendance and discipline. Provides documents to HR for inclusion in team member’s files. Administrates team member vacation and leave programs.
Follow daily work schedule and reports variances.
Encourages best use of energy and resources with minimal waste
Inform team members about company and department activities and events.
Accurate data reporting and follow-up on all department inventories, production, costs, meat and supply usages, variances, time, payroll, projects, quality issues, etc.
Other duties as assigned.