Production Supervisor

Production SupervisorMorton Salt is an iconic company with a strong heritage and a bright future. Since 1848, we have been improving lives and enhancing everyday moments – at home, at work and virtually everywhere in between. We help unlock the flavors in food, make roads and sidewalks safer, improve the water in baths, pools, and homes, and keep businesses and industries running. We are a dedicated team who constantly strives to do better together, and we are passionate about building a sustainable future for our company, the communities in which we operate, and the world around us. By joining our team, you will contribute to producing and delivering every form of salt that enhances everyday life.Job Summary:The Production Supervisor plays a critical role in the day-to-day production for multiple product lines, in accordance with company policies and all regulatory and corporate compliance requirements.Duties and Responsibilities:Acting as a leader in the support of the Safety Journey and the Company's Goal of Achieving an Injury-Free Workplace. Driving continuous improvement in workplace safety by promptly addressing the root causes or near misses, conducting effective safety meetings, promptly addressing safety concerns raised by employeesResponsible for EHS, MOC, GMP, and Q.C. Compliance in department/shiftConduct weekly safety and quality meetingsAccountable for good housekeeping in department/shiftManage engineering projects in their department/shiftTroubleshoot machine issues with hourly operatorsUtilization of root cause analysis when troubleshooting equipment to ensure repairs are done correctlyBudget ownership for their department/shift, i.e. manpower utilization, and maintenance budgetOwn maintenance for department/shift, including but not limited to creating work orders, validating the work is done correctly, escalate issues to management when needed, close work orders.Track machine downtime related to mechanical, electricalEnsure machines are properly utilized to meet and exceed production goalsQualifications - Required:High school diploma or GED3 years of supervisor experience in manufacturing and/or food related industriesQualifications - Preferred:Bachelor's or Associate Degree in engineering, business, or related field5 years of supervisor experience5 years of manufacturing experiencePrevious experience working in a food manufacturing environmentSix Sigma CertificationLean CertificationSAP ExperienceWorking Conditions/Physical Requirements:Normal working schedule is Mon-Fri 3:00pm-11:00pm. Weekend and overtime may be required.Works in seated or standing positions for prolonged periods of time.May perform sustained manual activities at moderate to heavy levels of exertion including lifting and moving loads of a minimum of fifty (50) pounds, climbing ladders/stairs, and working on elevated platforms.Works and travels throughout plant environment of varied temperatures and humidity.Wears personal protective equipment as required and uses full range of motion.Works in general office and manufacturing plant environments.At Morton Salt, we work best when we work as a team, when we treat one another with dignity and respect, and value the unique contributions of others. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, national origin, sex, religion, color, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.