Job scope / summary :

• Oversee filling operations and supervise personnel at a production facility
• Resolve routine operational, maintenance and manning problems

Essential functions :

• Schedule and directly supervise filling line operations to ensure quality products and provide guidance, training, feedback and annual performance review for filling department personnel.
• Ensure physical condition of the filling area is in good working order.
• Inspect production line operations and finished goods to ensure proper level and appearance of product; proper container, label and / or sticker;

correct carton / sticker and stamped batch number; and that line checks are regularly conducted to confirm quality control approval prior to filling of containers.

• Provide orientation to new employees as to general production operations, line assignments, tank sequence, pump operations, record-keeping procedures, safety rules and regulations, and all applicable policies and procedures.
• Inform and update Production Superintendent and Plant Manager concerning all production activities and mechanical problems.
• Ensure proper transactions are executed in SAP systems applicable to Filling department.
• Ensure compliance with safety, housekeeping, environmental regulations, policies, department, plant and company goals and objectives
• Investigate and resolve employee complaints and production problems and implement solutions in routine situations.
• Maintain effective written and verbal communications with the Production Superintendent and Plant Manager on an ongoing basis.
• Work directly with other departments as necessary including : Scheduling, Distribution and Maintenance.
• Operate a forklift to demonstrate equipment operation to filling line personnel and to move product and other materials as required.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION :

• Educational attainment equivalent to high school graduation plus 4 years work experience or Bachelor’s degree in related field
• Thorough filling line and production experience including work in a lead or supervisory capacity

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES :

• Thorough knowledge of safety procedures as well as applicable OSHA, DOT, and environmental rules and regulations
• Knowledge of filling line procedures for all lines at a facility
• Knowledge of supervisory methods and techniques
• Ability to operate a forklift
• Ability to troubleshoot routine equipment malfunctions
• Ability to inspect and supervise operations of multiple lines before, during and after fills
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees and staff
• Ability to prepare and analyze production reports
• Knowledge of control systems for equipment
• Knowledge of SAP Systems and transactions

Last updated : 2024-05-18