Production Supervisor

• Ensure production requirements are met for the respective department and motivate direct reports toward established production goals.
• Responsible for managing and mentoring production staff under supervision of Production/Plant Manager.
• Ensure employees are trained on equipment, SOP’s and other procedures.
• Ensure raw materials and basic supply levels are sufficient to meet the shift’s production schedule.
• Responsible for proactively identifying, communicating and solving issues without disruption of production.
• Ensures operation of equipment by initiating and following up on outstanding work orders.
• Reviewing the accuracy of department batch records and following up on errors.
• Provides manufacturing information by compiling production performance records and data; answering questions and responding to requests.
• Maintains safety and quality by ensuring organizational standards are met.
• Under direction of Plant Management, continuously improve work flow by monitoring steps of the process, observing critical control points, monitoring resources, and soliciting ideas from team members.
• Communicate with all departments and necessary business units regarding production needs.
• Ensures the product meets established production standards.
• Follows and maintains an environment of food and feed safety in compliance with rules and regulations, as applicable.

• Excellent understanding of equipment in order to manage equipment and production needs.

• Ability to work with minimum supervision and a high level of accountability for their work.
• Ability to read and follow Standard Operating Procedures, solve complex problems, and utilize cognitive reasoning and ability to use formulas to calculate proper mixtures.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Time management and prioritization skills are needed.
• Detailed-oriented.

Kemin Industries