Production Supervisor Production Supervisor

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA • Solon, OH

17h • Onsite

About The Position

At Nestlé USA, we’re all working towards the same goal – to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity – and responsibility – to be there for every moment in our consumers’ lives. Joining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. The Production Supervisor ensures employee safety, product quality, and asset performance while delivering the shift/line/area production plan on time. This is accomplished by leading a team of up to approximately 50 employees. Leadership of people includes participating in the hiring process, employee on-boarding, performance management, and corrective action. The role requires proactive cooperation with other groups on-site and within NUSA to ensure that their area and people are fully aligned with the organization. It also involves modeling the way for others by practicing what is preached to create and maintain a workplace culture that engages and motivates associates at all levels, and focusing on results to deliver success as measured by key performance metrics.

Requirements

• Work extended days and/or weekends with flexibility to switch shifts as required
• A minimum of two years experience
• A minimum of one year of experience
• Experience in food processing, packaging, Quality, Supply Chain, and knowledge of GMP’s.
• Ability to maintain a safe working environment through proper housekeeping and safety practices.
• Excellent communication skills (oral, written and listening). Ability to adjust communication style to multiple audiences, facilitate group coaching, and information sharing. Ability to positively confront and effectively deal with non compliance through effective "soft Skills".
• Excellent people skills – maintain a positive attitude and ability to motivate people, specifically mentoring and coaching individuals in identifying short- and long-term development needs and providing appropriate support.
• Confidence in own capacity and judgment. Must be willing to face challenging situations. Developed ability to build personal relationships based on trust, mutual respect and open communication

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree (Engineering, Business Management, Food Science, or Organizational Leadership/Supervision) preferred.
• Two years in food manufacturing with production floor experience preferred.
• One year of experience in Continuous Improvement environment (Lean manufacturing or TPM preferred).

Responsibilities

• Ensure the timely deployment of People development plan and assure the competencies of his/her team as per the agreed plan with PM (proper training inclusive of equipment, safety procedures, and hygiene) Enforce strict compliance to standard operating procedures (SOPs) by all personnel within the team.
• Ensure a safe work environment is maintained at all times. Updated work instructions available for all positions. Processes are run in accordance with SOP's, SSOP's and other documentation. Activities being performed having an environmental impact are communicated and accomplished according to the environmental management.
• Ensure quality objectives are met including regular adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), performance of sanitation audits, food safety checks, and product quality checks conducted according to policies. Actively participate in prevention and correction of quality-related errors. Check and enforce personnel hygiene & safety e.g. protective clothing (uniform), shoe change & hand wash.
• Ongoing coaching of employees to fulfill and exceed the requirements of the job through NCE approach. Daily review of achievement of targets and report variances during on-the-floor and review meetings. Ensure the development and implementation of action plans to address root causes of failures and support continuous improvement initiatives. Facilitate seamless handoffs and communicate key information to peers, team members and Production Management

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees