Production Supervisor Position Available In Bolivar, Mississippi

Production Supervisor 2.9 2.9 out of 5 stars Rosedale, MS 38769

JOB SUMMARY:

The Production Supervisor is responsible for assisting the production manager in all areas of daily operations of AXEL’s grease manufacturing plant. Specifically, this is a hands-on supervisor who oversees grease production and packaging employees; plans and assigns work, implements policies and procedures and recommends improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures and working conditions. The Production Supervisor must maintain the highest standard of quality, integrity and safety in all areas of production from manufacturing to shipping.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

▪ Provide leadership and direction to the plant production team members in areas of safety, machine operation, sanitation, quality, customer service and maintenance. ▪ Maintain a clear understanding of company expectations for accuracy, quality and timelessness and develop methods for meeting or exceeding those expectations. ▪ Review production orders or schedules to ascertain product data such as types, quantities, and specifications of products and scheduled delivery dates in order to plan department operations. ▪ Ensure that quality standards are maintained and continually improved upon. ▪ Implement continuous improvement processes that increase productivity and reduce production costs. ▪ Ensure the preventative maintenance program is implemented throughout the facility, including manufacturing equipment and warehouse equipment. ▪ Maintain a clean and safe working environment in the plant with a high standard on housekeeping. ▪ Be familiar with and support the effort of implementing the quality policy, ISO 9001:2015 and

IATF 16949

(if applicable) Quality Management System.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

Provides direct supervision of grease production and packaging employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; issuing rewards and performance correction; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

Experience and Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) Strong interpersonal and communications skills, both written and verbal

Leadership:

a demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others. Supervision, including employee hiring and retention, performance review and discipline. An ability to balance and achieve positive results in the areas of safety, quality, productivity, cost and employee relations. Problem analysis and resolution. Strong team player. Strong “hands on” mechanical aptitude.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in related field or five years plant/general supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment. A minimum of three (3) years of experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment. A minimum of two (2) years of direct supervisory experience. Batch process manufacturing and scheduling experience a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. Little to No travel expected Hot work environment Ability to spend 75% of the shift standing, walking, stooping, bending or lifting This is a day shift but must be able and willing to work nights, weekends, holidays and on call as required. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$60,000.00 – $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Evening shift Monday to

Friday Supplemental Pay:

Bonus opportunities

Work Location:

In person