Production Supervisor (6:45pm- 7:00am)

Genpak LLC•Longview, TX

4h•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor is responsible for the hands-on oversight of the operation of a production shift in a 24/7 manufacturing environment. This role involves supervising a production team of up to 30 employees, including Packaging, Operating, and Material Handling associates. Responsibilities are to be completed with consideration of safety, cost, efficiency, timeliness, and the production of a quality product within specifications. This is a highly collaborative position requiring strong organizational, follow-up, and communication skills.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of experience in a leadership or supervisory position.
Knowledge of MS Office and familiarity with database applications.
Basic understanding of plastic physical properties and behaviors.

Nice To Haves

Education or a degree in a relevant field.
Knowledge of the Plastics Industry processes and equipment, specifically extrusion and thermoforming.
Knowledge of raw material and production supplies utilized in the production of finished goods.
Fundamental understanding of polymer processing to include extrusion and thermoforming.
Fundamental understanding of standard manufacturing business processes.

Responsibilities

Conduct training for safety, process, quality, human resource, and company policies.
Pre-plan and manage daily shift operations, including work assignments, rotations, and the supply and movement of raw materials and finished goods.
Ensure that production is performed within specification requirements, according to customer expectations, and in a safe and effective manner.
Identify problems in the production process and take corrective action, including troubleshooting, coordination with other departments, escalation to management, and follow-through to ensure resolution.
Track employees' work time, including maintaining timecards, attendance records, managing paid and unpaid time off requests, and coordinating for adequate shift coverage.
Review, track, and report on production and operating data, including production results, downtime, scrap, and staffing.
Exemplify and ensure compliance with GMP, SPC, SQF, Safety, and Standards of Conduct policies and procedures.
Create a positive work environment by ensuring an “Open Door” culture and fostering the positive exchange of ideas.
Develop employees for next-level opportunities to ensure progression within the organization.
Participate in the performance management process through positive reinforcement, goal-setting, and disciplinary action in conjunction with human resources and plant management.
Utilize the work order system to communicate and follow up on maintenance repairs impacting production results.
Inspect machines and equipment to ensure specific operational performance and optimum utilization.
Manage incident investigation, care management, and application of corrective actions.
Compile, store, and retrieve production data.
Lead and facilitate Tier 1 shift hand-off meetings.
Provide coverage as needed to support absences or vacations.
Assist in the execution, development, and maintenance of continuous improvement projects from conception through to implementation.
Participate in and/or foster interdepartmental communication and teamwork.
Prioritize multi-task duties without loss of efficiency or composure.
Communicate regularly and proactively with upper management regarding problems or issues impacting production.
Establish and build relationships with internal/external customers.
Demonstrate servant leadership values: valuing people, humility, listening, trust, and caring toward employees.
Demonstrate a high level of responsiveness to employee concerns and ideas for improvement.
Analyze and apply knowledge of machine/equipment capabilities to maximize production schedules.
Initiate and perform root cause analysis and implement corrective action to drive improvement.
Meet or exceed performance standards and continuously improve upon them.
Read, understand, and analyze statistical data and characteristics.
Correctly utilize gauging equipment.
Ensure receiving, storage, and usage procedures of production materials or supplies are completed in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF).
Maintain required records and documentation for internal/external audit requirements, including SPC, GMP, SQF, and customer-specific (Panda Express, Yum).
Ensure compliance and train employees on standard operational procedures related to SPC program, policies, procedures, and third-party GMP audits.
Comply with all Company policies and procedures and uphold, support, and exemplify safety programs and standards.
Understand the key components of an effective plant-wide safety program and lead, develop, and drive world-class safety performance.