Production Supervisor

Novolex•Kinston, NC

3d•$70,000 - $85,000

About The Position

The Production Supervisor manages, directs, and coordinates all activities related to a production shift to maximize productivity and minimize cost while maintaining quality. The role typically supervises more than 40 employees and coordinates with the Scheduler to ensure daily production requirements are met. It also carries out employee supervision and development responsibilities, monitors production reporting, supports quality initiatives, and ensures safety programs are effective and regularly reviewed.

Requirements

At least 2 years of manufacturing experience.
Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to work well in group situations.
Ability to deal effectively with conflict in a mature and consistent manner.
Good computer skills.

Nice To Haves

BA/BS degree, preferably in business or engineering.
Supervisory experience.
SAP experience.

Responsibilities

Manage, direct, and coordinate all activities related to a production shift to maximize productivity and minimize cost while maintaining quality.
Typically supervise more than 40 employees.
Coordinate with the Scheduler to ensure daily production requirements are achieved.
Interview, hire, and train employees.
Plan, assign, and direct work.
Appraise employee performance.
Reward and discipline employees.
Address complaints and resolve problems.
Ensure production data is gathered and reported correctly each day.
Support and improve quality initiatives designed to meet plant goals.
Ensure safety programs are implemented effectively, reviewed regularly, and revised as necessary.