Production Supervisor - 3rd Shift

Great Northern•Brooklyn Park, MN

7d•$70,000 - $95,000

About The Position

The 3rd Shift Production Supervisor works under general supervision and established procedures to supervise and coordinate the daily work activities of assigned Plant Operations employees. The position communicates production specifications and job orders, assigns duties, and ensures that work follows company values and standards for internal and external customers. The supervisor oversees production workflow, schedules, equipment setup and adjustments, product quality, and adherence to safety requirements. The role provides technical assistance and troubleshooting, addresses work problems, recommends improvements to production methods and equipment, and coordinates activities with other supervisors. It also supports staffing, hiring, training, employee development, performance management, and a collaborative team atmosphere. The position maintains time and production records, estimates and requisitions materials and equipment, participates in planning and special-project meetings, stays current on policies and product information, and supports Great Northern’s World Class Manufacturing efforts. This is a safety-sensitive position at a tobacco-free campus. The schedule is Sunday through Thursday, 10:15 p.m. to 6:15 a.m.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
A minimum of 2–3 years of supervisory experience.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with customers and convey a positive, professional image of service and support to employees at all company levels.
Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills, particularly oral communication.
Ability to lead and develop employees and delegate responsibility when appropriate.
Ability to read English and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedures, manuals, and order specifications.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and employees.
Ability to perform arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, and to compute rates, ratios, and percentages.
Ability to troubleshoot, define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to use Microsoft Office software, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
Ability to interpret varied technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and work with abstract and concrete variables.
Approachable and supportive when working with others.
Expected to be punctual, work safely and effectively with others, take ownership of responsibilities, maintain an optimistic attitude, take pride in work, and seek continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

College degree.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day work direction, communicate production specifications and job orders to direct reports, and assign duties.
Inspect products for conformance to specifications and direct machine setup and adjustments.
Manage workflow, work orders, machine capacity, and production schedules, and estimate worker hours needed to complete assignments.
Communicate company policies, enforce safety policies, and ensure compliance with OSHA rules and regulations.
Provide technical assistance, oversight, insight, and troubleshooting to Machine Operators and Leads.
Establish or adjust work procedures to meet production schedules.
Recommend improvements to production methods, equipment performance, product quality, working conditions, and equipment use.
Analyze and resolve work problems or assist direct reports in resolving them.
Conduct periodic performance evaluations and recommend compensation adjustments in accordance with company policy.
Participate in hiring, training, and staff development to maintain appropriate staffing levels.
Establish and maintain a team atmosphere and conduct staff meetings as required.
Initiate performance management and corrective action, or suggest plans to motivate direct reports toward plant operations goals.
Maintain time and production records.
Estimate, requisition, and inspect materials and equipment.
Coordinate departmental activities with other supervisors.
Coach employees and arrange training for new employees and cross-training for existing employees.
Develop policies and procedures to achieve company objectives and ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
Attend production and fulfillment planning meetings, special-project meetings, company functions, and authorized training programs and seminars.
Remain current on changes in policies, procedures, and product information.
Assist and provide leadership for Great Northern’s World Class Manufacturing efforts.
Perform other job-related tasks assigned by a management representative.