Production Supervisor

Production Supervisor Location: Commerce City, CO Operational Hours: Plant operates 24 hours/5 days a week; weekends as needed. This role will mainly be day shift and other shifts as necessary to keep up with business needs. Shift/Role Hours of Work: 1st Shift Production Supervisor; 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Salary Range: $80,000 to $90,000, depending on experience. This role is part of our Purina Animal Nutrition business helping our network of local cooperatives, independent dealers and other large retailers serve producers, and animal owners throughout the United States. Through industry‑leading R&D and committed partnerships, we innovate the nutrition products and practices that unlock the full potential of every animal for a healthier, more productive life. If you enjoy leading people in a team‑oriented, manufacturing work environment, then the Production Supervisor in our Animal Nutrition plant would be a good fit for you. Your focus would be coordinating production, taking the forefront in safety and quality, and employee engagement and compliance with regulatory needs. SAFETY is our core value. Continuous improvement is always our goal. So, you must be energized by making things better through projects and your daily work. Key Duties & Responsibilities Responsible at all times for promoting a safety culture and awareness within their area. Sets a leading example by supporting and adhering to all plant safety policies and procedures at all times. Responsible to ensure all tasks are performed using proper SOPs/GMPs, safety procedures and other regulations. Ensures Pre‑Operation Inspections are performed before starting the Shift/work orders. Ensure inventory is accurate and properly maintained by following SOPs. Learn Repete batching system. Maintain accurate records of information such as daily receipts, inspection results, etc. Must be able to direct others in keeping with production schedules and goals. Monitor and update Workday time keeping as needed as well as approving time each week. Daily paperwork review. Lead, coach, train, direct, and discipline employees. Partner with multiple departments to execute department orders and goals are met. Required Education / Experience High School Diploma/GED 3 years of increasing responsibility in feed/food manufacturing environment, including supervisory accountability. Candidates in the rotational Land O’ Lakes programs (TAP/MMT/DMT) will be considered, in lieu of experience. Solid organization skills and detail orientation skills. Capacity for consistently meeting deadlines and managing multiple projects. Strong computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites and data entry. Demonstrated effective communication skills – written and verbal. Proven ability to coach, decision making, facilitates change, managing conflict; and ability to align performance with success. Communication, Decision Making, Safety Awareness, Quality Orientation, Technical / Professional Knowledge, Customer Focus, Time Management, Computer skills. Passion for continuous improvement. Driven to rally a team around a common goal in order to succeed and service the business. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Excellent teamwork skills/ability to build positive relationships that promote teamwork and a positive working environment. Understanding of manufacturing processes and production flow. Strong computer skills that includes Microsoft Office and ability to adapt and utilize other programs. Strong time management and multitasking skills. Strong understanding in food safety and manufacturing processes. Ability to make sound decisions under pressure without supervision. Willingness to help the production team by filling in on the line when short-handed. Willingness to run production on Saturdays when needed. Equal Employment Opportunity Land O’Lakes and our global entities support diversity in employment practices. If you need to submit a reasonable accommodation request to complete the employment application process, please call the HR Solution Center at View phone number on click.appcast.io M‑F 8:00 am‑4:30 pm CT. #J-18808-Ljbffr Land O'Lakes