Production Supervisor

Job Title: Production Supervisor

Location: New Castle, PA.(onsite)

Multiple shifts avaialble

Department: Production

Reports To: Plant Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job will supervise the production environment and staff, coordinating efforts with the Maintenance and Quality Control departments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Develop mastery of daily operational policies and procedures on the production floor to lead

team.

a. Oversee the staging of raw materials for production, (forklift certification and training

desirable)

b. Monitor proper inspection and packing of containers for release to finished goods

c. Direct work flow and document changes in production, including lot number and work

order changes to ensure quality and meet timetables

d. Responsible to meet production quality and productivity goals

e. Lead and direct personnel in daily and periodic sanitation policies and procedures

f. Demonstrate safety in all aspects of job

2. Develop working knowledge of Quality Control

a. Develop full understanding of measurable testing for meeting product specifications

b. Understand basic documentation requirements to meet corrective action and defective

return evaluation.

c. Assist staff in resolving complex problems or issues beyond the scope of standard

procedures in situations where marginal product is being produced

3. Develop a solid foundation of mechanical and operational knowledge with production equipment.

a. Monitor production processes on blow mold machines to maintain product specifications

b. Ability to troubleshoot minor issues with auxiliary equipment to keep production lines

running efficiently

c. Develop ability to stop, start and run in a project in the absence of maintenance staff

d. Understand mechanical operation of equipment to the extent that the supervisor may

assist in troubleshooting quality and operational issues as they arise in production

e. Manage the use of auxiliary production equipment and facility resources for the most

efficient use of utilities

4. Supervise staff in accordance with company policies and procedures

a. Work with Human Resources to conduct interviews, hire new staff, train and evaluate

each employee on the supervisor’s team

b. Coach, motivate, develop and retain a qualified production team

c. Conduct employee performance reviews establishing employee goals and expectations

d. Coordinate team meetings and training sessions

e. Responsible for staff work assignments/rotations, employee training, employee breaks,

overtime assignments and back-up for absent employees

f. Provide accurate and timely documentation on employees, incidents, safety and sanitation

as required

Food Safety Responsibilities

Train and supervise employees to:

1. Handle bottles in such a way as to avoid inserting fingers inside bottles

2. Ensure packaging materials never come in contact with the floor

3. Ensure bottles are sealed in packaging in a quick and efficient manner to minimize exposure to

ambient air and the possibility of contamination

4. Ensure pallets are stretch-wrapped so there are no gaps from the pallet to the top slip sheet

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Attendance/Punctuality—Is consistently at work, on time and prepared for their duties.

Attitude—Possesses the desire to develop a team; takes responsibility for learning and sharing

knowledge to executing daily duties in a proficient manner. Is eager to learn, willing to assist

fellow team members as needed and maintains positive, professional report with management and

team members.

Dependability—Understands responsibilities and duties to the extent that employee is selfdirected for the good of the team. Must be a self-starter; not requiring constant supervision.

Follows instructions and responds to management direction on special tasks; asking necessary

questions to complete the task accurately the first time and following tasks through to completion.

Leadership—Leads through example; demonstrates proper execution of policies and procedures

in the daily work environment. Effectively enforces policies and procedures in a professional

manner.

Quality—Understands expectations of product quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness;

looks for ways to improve and promote quality. Applies feedback to improve performance and

monitors production to ensure quality.

Quantity—Works efficiently helping team members meet productivity standards; strives to

increase productivity without compromising quality.

Initiative—Looks for ways to improve the work environment and production processes; asks for

and offers help when needed.

Safety and Security—Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe

conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Manufacturing background desirable, but not mandatory.

• Management experience or demonstration of leadership capabilities required.

Language Skills

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.

• Ability to write simple correspondence.

• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other

employees of the organization