Production Supervisor

In the Production lead I role, you will be responsible for leading the day-to‑day operations of the production employees, maintaining positive employee relations, and supporting the production Manager and the Management team. Responsibilities Able to perform and be well versed in the Packer I, II and Material Handler I duties Must be able to forecast, plan and make necessary workforce adjustments to align the production schedule. Coordinate all employee related breaks to assure appropriate coverage. Quality Management: Assure that the team operates consistently within the policies and procedures of VPET USA Inc. Understand and enforce GMP practices. Develop team to solve day-to‑day operational issues and reach performance goals. Safety Management Communicate to fellow shift leads: quality issues, shift issues, order changes, and audit shift's Daily Production Report for accuracy. Responsible for notifying the appropriate departments of any issues relates to Warehouse, Maintenance, Quality, etc. Training of employees per VPET's Quality Manual System, i.e.: procedures and work instructions. Audit employees for adherence to VPET's Quality Manual System, i.e.: procedures and work instructions. Must be able to make decisions regarding employee performance. Perform all other duties as assigned. Ability to manage multiple tasks set priorities, identify, address problems and meet deadlines. Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment with changing priorities. Computer skills to include Microsoft programs. Must be able to use computer programs to keep track of administrative tasks such as report writing, analysis of work orders, evaluations, etc. Ability be able to read, write and speak English fluently (bi‑lingual is a plus). Basic to proficient math and computer skills. ERP/MRP system experience beneficial. Ability to work overtime and weekends as required. Physical Requirements Requirements include, but are not limited to: Requires 90% of time standing and walking on the production floor. Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time. May be required to lift and carry up to 30 lbs. and use team lift approach when needed Must be able to push, pull, twist, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crawl. Must be able to perform repetitive motions such as reaching and grasping. Work environment is in a warehouse and temperatures inside vary between hot or cold based on the outside conditions. This is a fast‑paced environment with constantly changing priorities. Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent required. Minimum 2 years’ experience in a supervisory role or a combination of experience and education preferred. Experience in the plastic bottle industry or in a manufacturing environment preferred. Medical (HMO), dental and vision insurance premium. 401k plan, Employer contributes up to 5%. Company offers vacation and sick pay. Holiday Pay: Eight (8) paid holidays per year. Basic Life Insurance Paid (25K policy). We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or other protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr VPET USA, LLC