Site Supply Chain Supervisor

Post Consumer Brands•Lawrence, KS

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The Site Supply Chain Supervisor, under the direction of the Site Supply Chain Manager, is responsible for the day-to-day manufacturing operations. This role focuses on achieving people safety, food safety, quality, customer service, productivity, efficiency, cost, and OEE objectives through both individual and team contributions. The supervisor will provide direction, leadership, development, and support to direct reports, fostering a learning environment that encourages involvement and personal accountability. A key aspect of this role is demonstrating continuous improvement and change necessary to deliver business results by pursuing best practices and deploying standard work. The position also requires supporting, implementing, and maintaining food safety and quality practices as required by BRC/SQF.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Management, Science or related field preferred.
Minimum of 3 years of combined related experience, with a preference in food supply chain.
Previous supervisory experience preferred.
Strong knowledge of warehouse and logistics systems and processes.
Strong knowledge of continuous improvement tools and techniques.
Able to build relationships and inspire others.
Must be mobile and able to take on broader assignments for additional development opportunities.
Organizing
Planning
Drive for results
Action oriented
Builds effective teams
Conflict management
Problem solving
Timely decision making
Informing
Composure
Approachability
Functional/technical skills

Responsibilities

Develop supply chain employees to meet and/or exceed performance expectations and conduct company standards for personal safety, productivity, quality, food safety, sanitation, environmental, regulatory compliance and BRC/SQF.
Manage, prioritize, and coordinate finished product shipping to meet customer orders, quality standards, and cost constraints.
Plan, organize and coordinate work activities of supply chain personnel and scheduling to meet demand requirements.
Manage employee communications, expectations and overall accountability.
Act as general support and as a communication resource for employees.
Consult with employees regarding personnel and supply chain problems.
Manage supply chain/warehouse facilities, equipment and systems in functional, sanitary and safe working condition while meeting all regulatory requirements.
Perform safety, GMP, and pre-operational audits.
Lead and drive continuous improvement efforts around yield, OEE, engagement, safety, and quality for dedicated lines, improving shipping efficiencies.
Implement new operating procedures.
Recommend and implement equipment changes.
Maintain involvement and influence in the development and implementation of products, process, and material changes.
Help develop and implement training programs for team members in a systematic manner to cover all contingencies.
Assist employees in their self-development, e.g., leadership development, outside education, etc.
Know and communicate training status of operations and supply chain team.
Ensure safety guidelines are understood and followed, incidents properly reported, deficiencies appropriately addressed, and emergencies handled correctly.
Maintain harmonious relationships between shifts by effective communications and shift transfer meetings.
Where applicable, honor and respect the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) to provide for prompt and peaceful adjustment of differences which may arise between bargaining unit employees and the company.