Operations Supervisor

Job Description

• Responsible for directing and guiding operators and their activities for assigned area/shift in the execution of production and/or logistics plans. May be used as Maintenance Supervisor relief. May serve to advise supervisors regarding best practices, incident investigations, etc.
• May participate in the development and implementation of plans and policies to ensure compliance in all areas of responsibility. Operates production lines in accordance with FDA guidelines, Good Manufacturing Practices and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point/Safe Quality Food program guidelines.
• Responsible for team development of hourly employees to insure proper mixing, machining, packaging and logistics in assigned areas according to targeted specifications, to achieve total quality. Helps to develop new Operations Supervisors in all responsibilities and promote a positive attitude.
• Responsible for problem solving process to resolve and/or mitigate those operational issues result in negative performance to plan as determined by the established escalation process.
• Responsible for support of Lean Training as directed by Operations Manager for assigned area/shift.
• Ensure adherence to all standard work processes.
• Responsible for compliance with all regulations.

Requirements

• Effective communication (both written and verbally) and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage complexity
• Must be able to operate and make decisions with little to no direct supervision
• Proficiency with computers, including the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
• Proven ability to effectively manage people
• Strong problem solving ability
• Ability to work with employees at all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate others
• Candidate must be able to effectively function in a union environment and promote positive labor relations.
• Shift flexibility is required as this role will be supporting a 24/7 operation.
• Experience with or understanding of Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing technique
• Experience with SAP (queries, data entry, etc.)