Manufacturing Supervisor - 3rd shift

Manufacturing SupervisorIf our name sounds familiar, there’s a reason why. We’re the people behind the iconic Koozie® Can Kooler – and more! As one of the largest suppliers in the promotional products industry, you’ve probably seen our work everywhere from your local bank to a large concert or sporting event. We imprint company logos and slogans on everything from pens to coffee tumblers, lunch bags, tech accessories, camp chairs, and award-winning calendars, to name just a few. Our desire to benefit our people, customers, communities, and industry is behind all that we do. We call it Keep It. Give It., and it ensures that we are leaving a positive, lasting impact with the products and solutions we deliver.We’re looking for the right person to fill this role. Read on if you want to know more and discover how we like to keep the good going®!Hours: Sunday - Thursday 9:00pm - 7:00am (with flexibility)Salary: $70k - $85k/yr.Location: Red Wing, MNWhy Join the Koozie Group Team:People First cultureFlexible SchedulesClimate controlled environment (Clean and Heat/AC!!)Great Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision, 401k with match, and more!)Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Personal)Tuition ReimbursementAdvancement Opportunities (as soon as 6 months)Employee Referral Bonus ProgramAnnual Performance ReviewsEmployee Discount ProgramResponsibilities of Manufacturing Supervisor:Provides effective communication and supervision to associates; plans and controls workflow and work environment to ensure accurate and efficient operations and internal/external customer satisfaction.Develops and maintains thorough knowledge of business and manufacturing processes to help drive decisions and actions with full consideration of impacts to the entire value stream and overall best interest of the businessAnalyzes, understands, manages and improves processes, procedures, equipment and training to consistently produce orders that meet customer quality and delivery requirementsCollaborates and communicates with employees and leaders at all levels of the organization to ensure an effective flow of information, ideas and concerns from employees to managementCollaborates with other departments to ensure that customer requests are quickly reviewed, answered and resolvedEnsures materials and labor are properly planned, implemented, controlled and recorded and effectively manage material and labor variancesEnsures that employees have frequent, routine and effective communication and understanding of business processes, department and individual expectations, and performance expectationsUnderstands, measures, monitors and initiates actions based on the key performance drivers for processes to achieve established goals and objectivesParticipates in the development of the business, departments and work center goals and objectives consistent with the company’s strategic direction.Ensures responsibility and accountability with employees, monitoring and managing daily operationUnderstand the strengths and weaknesses of employees and create/execute development plans to help them meet expectations so they may advance and/or take on more responsibilitiesConsistently follows, models, reinforces and upholds company policies, practices and People PowersPerforms other duties as assignedQualifications of Manufacturing Supervisor:Bachelor's degree in related field (such as manufacturing, process engineering, business administration, or management) is preferred3+ years’ experience in production/manufacturing environment with demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills is preferredPreferred bilingual in both English and SpanishLean manufacturing and continuous improvement experience requiredData analysis and project management skills preferredStrong sense of urgency and customer focusAbility to develop and utilize knowledge of a broad range of processes and productsProven ability to hold self and others accountable, drive improvement initiatives, analyze and act on relevant data and metrics, participate in and manage multiple projectsExcellent communication skills, problem solving, decision making and organization skillsMust be a reliable, conscientious team playerWe hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm to Keep the Good Going, you will find your way at Koozie Group.Koozie Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, religion, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Koozie Group also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Koozie Group will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.