Production Supervisor

Company: Neighbors LLC
Location: West Monroe
Posted on: August 5, 2022

Job Description:

Job DescriptionFLSA Classification - Non-ExemptSalary - UndisclosedReports To - Production ManagerEmployee Status - Full TimeSchedule - 40+ Hours as neededLocation - West Monroe, LATravel - None

SummaryThe Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the production environment. The primary objective is to observe and evaluate team members' performance, quality of work, work ethics, and contributions, and make recommendations to management based on the observances. The Production Supervisor should monitor performance and metrics, conduct appropriate counseling/conversation sessions when necessary, and make suggestions to management on staffing needs and projections. The Production Supervisor has the first level of responsibility for the quality of product being produced. This position must observe and display safety on a daily basis, as well as adhere to SQF and GMP requirements. Job Duties and Responsibilities Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Maintains a personnel structure and staffing level to accomplish orders and objectives.
• Plans and coordinates work, trains and motivates, monitors, and evaluates performance of production employees. Ensures their ability to safely operate material handling equipment to move materials to and from storage configurations. Counsels, records, and coaches as necessary. Develops crew leaders to effectively oversee the daily routines of their assigned crew members.
• Anticipates staffing needs according to upcoming orders and forecasted production numbers.
• Review, evaluate, and recommend candidates for hire and termination.
• Monitor and track employee performance in regard to established metrics.
• Review products to ensure their compliance with quality standards and company expectations. KnowledgeThe general knowledge expected from this position is outlined below:
  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Time and attendance
  • Basic legal regulations related to employment practices
  • General knowledge of supervisory practices SkillsThe desired skills are outlined below:
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
    • Intermediate computer skills
    • Forecasting skills
    • Projections
    • Scheduling skills
    • Problem-solving skills AbilitiesThe desired abilities are outlined below:
      • Ability to work well in a team environment
      • Ability to multi-task
      • Ability to lead and guide others
      • Ability to work with minimal supervision
      • Must be able to pass a drug test
      • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
      • Ability to work long hours, as needed Supervisory ResponsibilityThis position will regularly oversee a team of up to 35, non-exempt employees. General supervision responsibilities will include scheduling, time and attendance, and monitoring/reporting staffing numbers and needs, as well as making personnel recommendations to management. Work EnvironmentThe work environment is typically between 60 and 90 degrees, depending on the time of the year. However, the employee may be required to enter the freezer (zero degrees) on an occasional basis. The work environment is typically noisy with regular amounts of machine noises including but not limited to typical sounds from forklifts, freight trucks, high lifts, and other manufacturing-related machinery. The smell of related chemicals and lubricants may occur. Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is regularly required to be able to bend, stand, or lift. The employee is required to be able to lift items on a regular basis, up to 50 pounds. Qualifications
      • High school diploma or G.E.D. is preferred.
      • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university is preferred. 3. At least 1 year supervisory or leadership experience is required. 4. At least 3 years experience in a manufacturing, production, or related field is highly preferred. Work AuthorizationIf hired, all employees are required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States within 72 hours of their start date. Other DutiesThis job description is management's depiction of the role, and is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, or activities may change at any time with or without notice, and employees may be given additional responsibilities which are not included on this list, as required.

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