The Production Supervisor prepares work schedules, assigns work, and oversees the work product. Supervises and coordinates the work of employees who work on assembly-lines. Being a Production Supervisor requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Ensures operations and employees follow proper policies and procedures. In addition, Production Supervisor typically reports to a manager. May require certain certifications in field. The Production Supervisor supervises a small group of para-professional staff in an organization characterized by highly transactional or repetitive processes. Contributes to the development of processes and procedures. Thorough knowledge of functional area under supervision. Working as a Production Supervisor typically requires 3 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor.
Production Supervisor Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Production Supervisor to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Making sure data produced is accurately documented;
- Participate in all scheduled meetings as directed by the production Manager;
- Ensure that assigned areas are maintained at or above minimum housekeeping standards;
- Responsible for administering disciplinary action, in conjunction with appropriate levels of management and HR;
- Serve as back up to SQF Practitioner and/or back up of food safety and quality programs;
- Communicates effectively with all levels of the organization on a regular cadence;
- Ability to drive;
- Manages personnel issues including but not limited to vacation approvals, time card approval, daily and weekly overtime, hiring, and training;
- Think critically to insure the highest level of customer service and efficiency;
- Plan weekly supervisor coverage with other Production Supervisors;
- Responsible for manufacturing leadership and direction for safety, production and quality issues for respective shift;
- Must be proficient with audits;
- Monitors and reports daily production results, material usage, waste, and downtime;
- Coach the team in Lean problem-solving methodologies to solve problems of efficiency and quality;
- Plan production schedules according to recognized equipment limitations.
Requirements:
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures;
- Strong problem-solving skills, mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a willingness to work;
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Food Science or related discipline;
- Understanding of basic technology of area where assigned;
- Oral and written communication skills;
- Minimum of 5years experience;
- Knowledge of Microsoft AX;
- Must pass background check;
- Teamwork: collaborate effectively with others in the spirit of common objectives;
- Experience, Education and Certifications;
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Food Science;
- Ability to lead, motivate and mentor large teams of hourly associates is required;
- Three to five years experience in manufacturing operations;
- Ability to work all shifts;
- High level of analytical ability where problems are complex.