Production Supervisor

Job Title

This position is responsible for the efficient day to day operation of the Extrusion production rooms on first shift.

Essential Functions

• Manage, motivate, monitor, and evaluate the performance and responsibilities of leads and operators on their shift.
• Supervise extrusion activities (including maintenance) on their shift
• Carry out mandatory responsibilities in accordance with Balchem Corporation's and applicable laws
• Train operators on various equipment and processes including: good manufacturing practices; OSHA safety training, lockout/tag out, Sanitation, Master Sanitation Schedule, general housekeeping/line clean up, line set up and other procedures
• Keep a neat, clean, and orderly work setting by completing the cleaning tasks as assigned
• Observe safety and security procedures, determine appropriate action beyond guidelines, and report potentially unsafe conditions
• Monitor inventories and ingredient usage; ensure all paperwork is complete (including time cards) in an accurate and timely manner; ensure the documentation complies with Company standards
• Monitor product quality to meet Company standards; report to Extrusion Manager any deviation of scheduling or quality of service that may become a potential liability
• Motivate the safety and continuous improvement culture while achieving operating goals to meet growth expectations
• Development and management of the extrusion production team
• Adhere to all Company policies and procedures, i.e. personnel, safety, and equipment maintenance and upkeep
• Become proficient in areas of production and safety policies and procedures (accident/injury reporting, blood borne pathogens, confined spaces, emergency evacuation, equipment operation/maintenance, hazard communication, ladders, lockout/tag out, personal protective equipment, etc.)
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor of Arts/Science (BA/BS) two to three years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education or experience required
• Previous manufacturing supervisory experience is required, food manufacturing is a plus
• Must be equipped with strong motivation, organization, time management, documentation, and communication skills (both oral and written)
• Must have excellent attention to detail and the ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Individual should demonstrate strong work ethics (punctual, dependable, and trustworthy)
• Proficiency with computer systems and software programs, especially Microsoft Office (Excel and Word), and be quality/process oriented
• Ability to utilize common sense and skills in completing responsibilities and operating equipment conforming to Company production, personnel, and safety procedures is needed
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, memos, and the ability to write simple correspondence is necessary
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization as well as communicate and handle conflict in a professional manner
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing concepts and 5S organizational tools; Six Sigma training a plus
• Training and mentoring mindset with a strong safety orientation
• Self-motivation and ability to work independently; ability and willingness to provide support and training to employees on all shifts

Working Conditions

• While performing the functions of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, and hear
• The employee is occasionally required to kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, ascend and descend stairs and/or ladders
• The employee is frequently required to use hands and fingers to feel, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms
• The employee may often lift and/or move up to 55 pounds
• Vision requirements include close vision, depth perception, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus
• This job is performed in a production environment in a manufacturing location
• The noise level in the plant is moderate to loud
• There will be exposure to machine noise and food dust when in the plant
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and with or around various chemicals
• The employee is occasionally exposed to vibration and risk of electric shock
• The employee will frequently use lifts and go up in the air while scored in order to inspect, clean and troubleshoot the machine
• Production environment includes varying temperatures (heat, cold and moisture)

The expected salary range for this position is $65,000 - $75,000 per year.

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