Production Supervisor, 3rd Shift (Lakeville, MN)

Makers Pride•Lakeville, MN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for all high-speed packaging activities as required to safely produce quality products with the most efficient use of labor and materials on the appropriate/scheduled shifts and lines. This role involves supervising a team of hourly employees and directly overseeing non-supervisory lead employees, ensuring adherence to organizational policies and legal requirements. The position requires a strong understanding of quality control, production processes, and employee management to achieve production goals.

Requirements

Two-year college degree in business or related field required or four-year college degree preferred but not required.
Three or more years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to lead from the floor with a servant leadership approach.
Proficient in MS Office applications such as Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word.
Excellent communication, conflict management, decision-making, motivational, and organizational skills required.
Strong self-confidence and leadership skills required.
Basic mechanical skills required.

Nice To Haves

Food and/or CPG manufacturing experience a plus.
Knowledge of continuous improvement or cost savings efforts ideal.
Proficient in Kronos timekeeping system and SAP both pluses.

Responsibilities

Supervise assigned team of hourly employees (20+ employees/shift) and directly supervise non-supervisory (lead) employees.
Carry out supervisory responsibilities including interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints, and resolving issues.
Direct the conversion of raw materials to finished products with minimum waste and labor cost.
Control raw material formula consistency and monitor proper inventory rotation of raw materials and packaging.
Maintain a 5S environment.
Schedule, maintain, and approve production employee’s work hours daily, and investigate scheduling and/or payroll-related issues.
Ensure compliance with customer service and Company standards.
Review production orders or schedules to ascertain product data and plan operations.
Plan production operations, establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing products.
Review production and operating reports and resolve operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays.
Inspect machines and equipment to ensure specific operational performance and optimum utilization.
Resolve employee complaints or submit unsettled complaints to Human Resource leadership.
Handle all disciplinary actions and employee disputes.
Train, develop, and evaluate all employees to meet future needs.
Attend meetings and make presentations as needed.
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) at all times.
Comply with all safety, health, and environmental regulations.
Comply with all Company rules, regulations, and policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.