Production Supervisor- 2nd Shift

Company Overview Synergy Flavors, part of the Carbery Group, is more than just a leading international supplier of ingredients to the global food and beverage industry—we're a team driven by purpose. Our vision is simple yet powerful: enriching lives through healthier and tastier foods. We believe great flavor starts with great people. That's why we're committed to hiring creative, passionate individuals who want to make a real impact. With deep expertise across food, beverage, and nutrition, our teams develop high-quality taste solutions that inspire innovation and elevate everyday experiences. Your Role in Synergy's Success The Production Supervisor manages a team of production employees and is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these employees. Supervisory responsibilities are carried out in accordance with the company policies; responsibilities include directing workflow to meet customer orders. 2nd shift 2pm - 1030pm How You Will Contribute Responsibilities Perform first level leadership providing support, coaching and direction to the manufacturing team. Plan the flow of materials through the department and analyzes production work orders to assign labor and create equipment operating schedules that meet both internal and external needs. Establish and sustain effective relationships with all employees in order to foster an environment of problem solving and continuous improvement utilizing LEAN Manufacturing principles. Suggest changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency in the production department. Facilitate effective sharing of information across production teams, planning, maintenance, and warehouse and customer service to ensure customer deadlines are met. Interview, hire, and train employees through appraising performance. Working with ERP system to ensure scheduled orders are completed and inventory issues are resolved, including cycle counts. Ensure policies and procedures are being followed in a consistent manner. Analyzes and resolves work problems, or assists employees in solving work problems to exceed metrics in safety, quality, and customer service and cost management. Maintains time and production records. Reward and discipline employees and address safety issues, quality issues or complaints. Report production, safety or quality incidents and downtime on a daily basis. Write procedures and SOP's and is instrumental in the implementation and training of the procedures, both new and existing. Responsible for quality and quantity of production output, and employee training and skills assessment/development. Interface in collaboration with maintenance, planning, quality control, accounting and R&D departments. Work with Associate Director of Operations and other departments on improvement or capital projects. Ensure plant personnel practice safe work habits and follow safety rules. Required Skills/Experience High School diploma or GED required, Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Production Management or related field preferred, and 3 years production experience in a production environment desirable (food manufacturing experience strongly preferred); or related equivalent combination of education and experience. Practical experience with LEAN manufacturing principles. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. General computer Skills (i.e. Word, Excel, etc.). Ability to learn and use new applications as necessary. Salary Range: $85,000 - 115,000 The actual compensation that you will be offered will depend on a variety of factors including geography, skills and abilities, education, experience and other relevant factors. This role will remain open until filled. Department: Operations Location: Morgan Street Chicago, Illinois Work Arrangement: Onsite Reporting To: Plant Manager Our Commitment to our People We are a diverse and growing workforce of over 1,000 people across eight countries globally. As we continue to grow, we want to ensure that Carbery Group continues to be a place where people are supported to develop and feel that they can do their best work. We are committed to driving growth, developing future capability and delivering results through our dedicated teams. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and an inclusive workplace where your skills, perspectives, and experience help shape the future of our industry. Join us and be part of a team that values collaboration and makes a meaningful impact - from local communities to global markets. Carbery Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a supportive work environment. Across our global organisation, we employ 1000 people in 8 countries - and we are growing. From production specialists to R&D experts, finance, quality, digital, marketing, sales and so much more, see what opportunities await you with Carbery and Synergy. Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that's unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it's our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful. They make choices according to what is best for the team, they live for opportunities to collaborate and make a difference, and they make us the #1 Top Workplace in the area. #J-18808-Ljbffr Synergy Flavors, Inc.