Production Supervisor

Serta Simmons Bedding, LLC • Town of New Baltimore, NY

13d • $71,000 - $106,000

About The Position

The Production Supervisor oversees and facilitates production operations for an assigned area. The role manages production teams, coordinates production schedules, assigns responsibilities, prepares schedules, and coaches employees. The supervisor also ensures an efficient flow of materials and supplies while maintaining compliance with GMP and SQDC requirements. Both first- and second-shift positions are available.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in an applicable field or equivalent experience.
• Experience using MRP/ERP systems.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing principles, tools, and applications.
• Applicable knowledge of performance management methods.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and develop talent.
• Demonstrated ability to use process problem-solving tools to determine root cause and implement countermeasures.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage conflict.
• Demonstrated ability to execute against production playbooks.
• Effective oral and written communication.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review production schedules, estimate associate hours needed for job assignments, and review and edit related time and attendance records.
• Interpret the daily production schedule for associates and delegate duties.
• Hold daily cell meetings and set expectations for the day.
• Facilitate execution of the team’s operational plan to meet or exceed quality and GMP requirements and guidelines.
• Participate in programs and committees, and initiate or suggest improvements to existing GMP guidelines.
• Monitor activities affecting key performance indicators, including quality, safety, and scrap; identify production challenges and solutions; remove bottlenecks; and work with associates on corrective measures to meet production goals and prevent recurrence.
• Help identify best practices and develop standardized work to sustain operations.
• Recommend measures and changes to improve production, equipment, product quality, and working conditions.
• Facilitate the acquisition, development, and performance of direct reports, and support leadership succession planning.
• Develop associates to expand their skills and strengthen team capabilities.
• Serve as a link between associates and management and support associates through changes.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Annual employee contribution to HSA
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and vacation
• 12 company holidays
• Sick days
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability
• Paid parental leave
• Discount programs, including friends and family discounts
• Referral bonus
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree