Production Supervisor (Overnight Shift)

At Nestlé Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Here, we embrace the intrinsic connections of these three pillars, harnessing their collective strength to empower healthier lives. Our broad product portfolio includes renowned brands like Garden of Life®, Nature's Bounty®, Vital Proteins®, Orgain®, Nuun®, BOOST®, Carnation Breakfast Essentials®, Peptamen®, Compleat Organic Blends®, and more. We also have extensive pharmaceutical expertise, offering innovative medicines that aim to prevent, manage, and treat gastrointestinal and metabolic-related diseases.

At Nestlé Health Science, we bring our best for better lives. Our people are challenged to bring fresh, diverse views and make bold moves to empower healthier lives through nutrition. We know brilliant ideas can come from anyone, anywhere. Here we embrace the entrepreneurial spirit and collaborate with teams that champion focused and forward thinking. We are committed to fostering professional growth and celebrating the achievements of our people along the way. We offer dynamic career paths, robust development, opportunities to learn from talented colleagues around the globe, and benefits that support physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. 

Join us to innovate for impact and reimagine the future of health and nutrition for patients and consumers. 



 

POSITION OVERVIEW:

As a Production Supervisor you play a pivotal role in managing personnel and plant operations to ensure we meet our customers' needs safely and efficiently. Reporting to the Production Manager, you will oversee production activities, monitor costs, and foster a culture of safety and quality. As a subject matter expert, you will guide your team in safe equipment operation and ensure they are well-trained. Your leadership will be vital in maintaining communication with management and supporting our production and quality initiatives. If you're a strong leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about making a difference, we invite you to apply and help us drive success!

Work Schedule: 7pm to 7am. The work schedule will follow a rotating pattern, with 2 to 3 consecutive days at a time, including weekends.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead 25 team members.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and support to team members to promote positive change and foster a constructive work environment. Ensure their ongoing growth and development to include proper training to perform their duties. 
• Conduct regular floor walks throughout the shift to stay informed about operations and provide general support for plant production and quality. Maintain ongoing communication with management to ensure an efficient workflow on the production floor.
• Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) on the safe evacuation of products from all tanks, including the operation of pumps, mixers, filters, and lift trucks.
• Monitor department performance metrics, including overtime, equipment and material usage, personnel issues, productivity, quality, and project progress.
• Collaborate with Quality Control on quality issues to develop cost-effective solutions and preventative measures. Adhere to quality assurance instructions for proper sampling of product batches.
• Be a safety champion by attending safety meetings, reporting any incidents or accidents, and reinforcing adherence to all plant safety policies and procedures within your team.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) to maintain cleanliness and ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Facilitate transition meetings between outgoing and incoming supervisors at the beginning and end of shifts.
• In the absence of the Production Supervisor, another Production Supervisor or production lead will serve as backup.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• A Bachelor's Degree is preferred but not required.
• At least 5+ years of related manufacturing or production experience and/or training in a similar environment with at least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory position is strongly preffered.
• Supervisory/managerial skill set, involving leadership, alignment of actions and plans with strategies, fostering a learning culture, and building collaborative, motivated teams focused on achieving results.
• Strong coaching abilities to foster employee development and promote both individual and team success.
• Strong focus on driving results along with a strong focus on problem-solving and implementing change
• Proven experience in planning, along with a keen interest in continuous improvement.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; knowledge of SAP is strongly preferred.

SKILLS:

• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to convey a positive attitude and encourage a learning environment focused on continuous improvement.
• Demonstrates strong initiative and a commitment to continuous improvement, with a natural coaching and development style and a genuine interest in helping others grow.
• Exhibits exceptional negotiation and influencing skills, effectively navigating complex situations to drive successful outcomes through persuasive communication and strategic decision-making.
• A self-starter with unwavering integrity and confidence, capable of achieving challenging objectives with minimal supervision.
• Effective communication skills at all levels of management, as well as with customers and vendors.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Salary: $75,229.20 to $99,782.00 per year

Bonus Eligibility: Yes

The pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at top of range.

Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at

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