What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Supervisor position at Synectics?
Key Responsibilities
Production Operations
Supervise daily production activities for 1 to 2 manufacturing lines during assigned 12-hour shifts.
Ensure production schedules are executed safely, efficiently, and on time.
Monitor staffing levels and allocate resources to meet production demands.
Coordinate with Quality, Maintenance, Warehouse, and Production Planning teams to maximize throughput and minimize downtime.
Drive improvements in productivity, line performance, labor utilization, and waste reduction.
Continuous Improvement
Lead Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
Utilize Six Sigma, Lean, Kaizen, and Root Cause Analysis tools to improve plant performance.
Identify opportunities to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and eliminate waste.
Participate in process improvement projects and capital improvement initiatives.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Food Science, Operations Management, or a related technical field.
0-3 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated success managing production teams and meeting operational goals.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, employee relations, and performance management.
Ability to analyze operational data and implement process improvements.
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and manufacturing reporting systems.
Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt, Lean Manufacturing Certification, or other continuous improvement credentials.
Experience in food manufacturing or consumer packaged goods (CPG) environments.
Knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, SQF, and other food safety programs.
Strong leadership skills, a passion for food manufacturing, and experience implementing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
Ability to work 12-hour shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the production facility.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
Ability to work in environments with varying temperatures, noise levels, and food manufacturing conditions.
Benefits & Shift
8-12 hour shifts per day, 3-5 days per week
Medical insurance, including 100% company-paid medical plan options
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Company-paid life insurance
Short-Term Disability (STD) insurance
Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance
401(k) retirement plan with up to a 4% company match
80 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) annually
Paid holidays
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Professional development and training opportunities
Career advancement opportunities within a growing food manufacturing organization
Salary : $60,000 - $70,000