Production Supervisor
About The Position
Washington Mills is seeking a hands-on, team-oriented Production Supervisor to lead daily operations, ensure quality standards, and foster a collaborative work environment. This role is responsible for directing production activities for multiple work centers and processes on an assigned shift. The Production Supervisor will direct operations activities in the department including crushing, grading, and shipping operations to ensure that manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost-effective manner. This role requires a hands-on approach to effectively deal with problems and recognize opportunities for process improvement.
Requirements
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in a related industry
- An educational background in engineering is required
- At least 5 years of supervisory experience, with a strong commitment to safety required
- Possess effective oral, written, and interpersonal skills along with the ability to work in a highly organized manner with detail and accuracy
- Be able to lead, direct, and delegate to cross-functional team members assigned to continuous improvement projects utilizing strong interpersonal skills
Nice To Haves
- a bachelor of science degree is preferred
Responsibilities
- Direct activities of 15-20 hourly unionized employees
- Ensure that production meets all established goals and production standards for the shift on a daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly basis
- Remain in close contact with quality control and must respond quickly to quality issues
- Complete daily, weekly, and monthly reports regarding production/maintenance, safety, manpower utilization, etc.
- Communicate effectively with Plant Management advising them of area capabilities, problems, and shortcomings affecting the execution of both short and long-term department objectives
- Assist in preparation of production schedules based on orders, marketing forecast, budgets, and programs
- Maintain the facility and equipment in good repair, as economically as possible, and submit recommendations with respect to improvements essential to effective operations
- Investigate employee complaints and grievances and is responsible for written grievance answers at the first step of the grievance procedure
- Direct changes to production flow depending on current requirements and/or technical lab analysis
Benefits
- Heavily subsidized medical and dental plans
- Employer-sponsored retirement plan
- Company-paid life insurance
- Immediate paid vacation and generous holiday time
- Family-friendly sick and personal leave policies
- Opportunities for career development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
