Production Supervisor - Weekend Shift

Production Supervisor

Job Description

We are seeking an eager, poised, assertive, and ambitious leader with the passion to lead and develop employees in production to deliver outstanding manufacturing results in the areas of Cost, Quality, Service, People, and Environment. The ideal candidate must have the ability to attract, retain, develop, inspire, and empower employees to drive sustainable continuous improvement at all levels in the manufacturing facility. The production supervisor has approximately 10 direct reports.

Job Responsibilities

• Work closely with other departments to maintain and build strong relationships.
• Understands production needs and production goals.
• Take complete ownership of shift and operations.
• Prepare and lead pre-shift meetings and management activities.
• Focus on Safety of all employees and work environment through adherence of safety procedures and daily safety meetings.
• Ensure compliance of GMP’s and the Food Safety Plan.
• Deliver continuous improvement in key initiatives of Cost, Quality, Service, People, and Environment through efficient use of materials, equipment and resources.
• Proactively communicate and coordinate with other Supervisors and functions to optimize operations and resources.
• Effectively plan and establish work schedules, assignments, and production schedules to meet and exceed customer requirements, production goals, and cost objectives.
• Proactively coordinate with the Maintenance Department to conduct preventative maintenance
• Own and drive department and shift Continuous improvement processes.
• Puts the internal and external customer first.
• Understands the financial impact of Line Efficiency, Material Yield, and Labor Productivity on plant budgets and develops Action Plans to address gaps.
• Optimize staffing to ensure efficient yet effective labor productivity.
• Leads engagement of employees, work teams, and the utilization of technology to deliver world-class line efficiencies. Lead Employees.
• Achieves results through teamwork: Leads through positive influence; coaches and develops others and, where appropriate, peers.
• Provides clear and timely performance feedback to peers and all employees.
• Attracts, retains, and develops the very BEST talent and empowers, engages, and inspires employees.
  

Required Experience And Knowledge

• Two (2) plus years of work experience in a production environment preferred.
• Must possess strong leadership skills, problem solving skills, and decision-making skills including scheduling and filling overtime.
• Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills at various levels of the company.
• Proficient computer skills, including usage of Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Effective communication skills for working cross-functionally in a fast-paced work environment.
  
  

Preferred Experience And Knowledge

• Strong understanding of food manufacturing.
  
  

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The temperature of the work environment can fluctuate due to occasional temperatures from cold/cool to warm/hot. While working in the manufacturing areas, the incumbent is required to wear personal protective equipment.

Location: Fremont, NE

Operational Hours: Plant operates 5 days a week; weekends as needed. This role is Thursday - Monday, 2nd Shift but may need to fill in on other shifts as necessary to keep up with business needs.

Salary Range: $70,800 to $88,500

In most cases, candidates offered employment can expect to be hired at a pay rate near the middle of our salary ranges

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

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