Production Supervisor

Position Title: Production Supervisor
Department: Production
Location: Sioux Falls, SD

About AGI

AGI is a global food-based infrastructure company publicly traded in Canada. With over 4,000 employees and over 30 global manufacturing brands, AGI is a leading provider of equipment and technology solutions for agricultural commodities including seed, fertilizer, grain and feed systems and an expanding platform for food processing facilities.

The Opportunity

Working in Sioux Falls location The Production Supervisor will be responsible for providing supervision, administration, and technical direction for department team members and ensure work is occurring in an efficient and effective manner. Through coordinating with various departments, the Production Supervisor ensures that production requirements are met to assist in the smooth flow of order to delivery, all while adhering and contributing to a strong safety culture. This facility manufactures a line of premier commercial enclosed, dust-tight and self-reloading conveyors, designed for installation in grain handling facilities, soy and corn processing operations and industrial operations. It specializes exclusively in the design and application of conveyors which will not only contain dust and spilled materials but will also automatically reload that material back on the carrying surface of the belt.

The Team

Our large production team consists of powder coaters, welders, assemblers, metal fabricators, and more. As a Production Supervisor you will provide leadership to 5-10 direct reports within the Powder Line department.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and monitor department performance for Safety, Quality, 5S and Productivity. 
• Responsible for communicating daily production goals and reporting status to Production Manager.
• Take initiative to recognize areas of opportunity and resolve with appropriate action.
• Identify problems and work towards root cause elimination utilizing appropriate problem-solving methods.
• Collaborate with Production Manager and Engineering staff to troubleshoot production/design issues.
• Assist with the selection, orientation and training of new team members, working with Human Resources and Production Manager.
• Develop/maintain positive employee relations and resolution of employee issues and concerns. 
• Conduct and prepare annual performance appraisals and individual development plans. 
• Analyze data, investigate personnel issues, and collaborate with Human Resources and Operations leadership to identify and implement solutions.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Experience in Production or Operations management in a similar manufacturing environment, fabrication/weld/powder coat environments.
• 5 years of supervisory or management experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience in team leadership, employee coaching, process improvement, and production planning.
• Strong ability to read and interpret product blueprints and engineering specifications.
  
  

Why AGI?

We’re leading the way in global food supply chain solutions and here’s how:
We’re the leading global expert in providing farmers, processors and commercial customers with the right equipment and customized engineering solutions to produce, protect and deliver the world’s grain, fertilizer, seed, feed and food supplies. Dedicated to safety, innovation and customization, AGI offers one of the largest catalogs of equipment and full-service planning and engineering services for the storage, blending, mixing, conveying, conditioning, and processing of agricultural products worldwide. Supported by an extensive in-country sales and service team, AGI provides a global distribution network and state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, Brazil, India, France, and Italy.

Our Culture

Safety and teamwork are the cornerstones of our global culture. In all aspects of our business, diverse and inclusive teams work together to deliver quality products, solutions, and services for our customers around the world.

Our Benefits

Our competitive salaries, benefits packages, and employee share purchase plan help you take care of your family. Professional development activities keep you learning and involved, offering many opportunities to grow and advance your career.

With AGI, you’re choosing an employer dedicated to strengthening and securing the global food supply chain.

AGI is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired.