Production Supervisor

Givaudan•Carol Stream, IL

29d•$90,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

As a Production Supervisor you will oversee efficient production operations to deliver top-quality flavor and fragrance products. Main responsibilities include managing performance, controlling inventory, and implementing safety-focused manufacturing processes. With a focus on continuous improvement, you will improve Lean projects and capacity enhancements, engaging with team boards and meetings. Ideal for someone with project management expertise, we offer the opportunity to lead a talented team and ensure operational excellence. Your Title: Production Supervisor, 2nd shift Your Location: Carol Stream, Illinois You will Report to: Production Manager

Requirements

Vocational diploma in Technical Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related discipline
8+ years of production experience with exposure to quality and materials process management
2+ years of progressive experience in people management
Excel (can maintain complex spreadsheets), Microsoft experience
Knowledge of project management principles

Responsibilities

Provide support to the Manufacturing Manager by overseeing and coordinating production operations within specific plant sections to ensure delivery of intermediate or finished flavor/fragrance products.
Manage the production area's performance to meet schedules, control inventory for material availability, and monitor output for quality and efficiency.
Prepare production reports for performance issue identification and resolution.
Define manufacturing processes that align with safety, EHS standards, and productivity goals.
Improve programs, manage capacity enhancements, and lead Lean program rollouts with active involvement in team boards and meetings.
Oversee staff to ensure safe task performance and equipment operation.
Oversee documentation of staff performance, provide ongoing feedback, conduct mid-year and end-year reviews, and make recommendations on hiring, firing, and salary increases.
Train new employees on operational procedures and standards.