PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR - Newton, KS

PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR

Future Foam, Inc., is a leading manufacturer of polyurethane foam products that has been family owned for over 60 years. Its primary focus is to provide excellent quality and service throughout the manufacturing process. With over 30 facilities across the United States and internationally, we take pride in having a culture that fosters an open, trusting and collaborative work environment. Most importantly we put safety first.

We are in search of a PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR to work in our Newton, KS, facility. The position offers a challenging work environment where independence and creative thinking are the norm. This is a hands-on positon which reports to the Production Manager. The selected candidate will play a key role in the manufacturing leadership team and have the opportunity to develop both a micro and macro understanding of the role of operations within the business. This position has an emphasis on leadership growth and process optimization. The ideal candidate will have a technical background, strong communication and problem solving skills, and passion for leadership and continuous improvement.

The Production Supervisor will be expected to take initiative and responsibility for his/her success practicing accountability and effective communication while working to maximize production efficiencies. Responsibilities include:

· Coordinates and supervises all production activity (including scheduling).

o Ensures that products are manufactured in compliance with customer specifications

· Coordinates activities between each operation, changing scheduled activities as needed while maintaining a consistent flow of production

· May need to operate forklift or other loading equipment

· Verifies accuracy of month end physical inventory

· Responsible for maintaining expected material conversions/yield expectations

· Creates and maintains a safe, clean and organized work environment for self and plant personnel

· Assists in the selection, training and supervision of production employees

· Coaches, counsels, and disciplines employees

· Enforces employment policies, procedures, and productivity standards

· All other duties as assigned

· Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management or industrial, systems (preferred). Associates degree in a technical/leadership related field at a minimum.

· Five (5) years manufacturing experience

· The preferred candidate will have 2 years of direct Supervisory experience. Demonstrated direct leadership will be considered if under 2 years of direct supervision.

• Excellent organization skills, strong attention to details, the ability to multi-task and adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong communication, troubleshooting, and computer skills (Proficient in MS Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Professionalism, integrity, and the ability to work both individually and in a team environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with both the production workforce and upper management

Environment: 90% Production Floor

10% Office Environment

Travel: <2%

• Health, Dental & Vision Coverage
• 401(k) with a Company Match
• Paid Vacations and Paid Holidays
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Training and Development
• Short Term Disability/Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance

*Compensation commensurate with experience*

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person