A Production Shift Supervisor oversees employees working on multiple production lines. Assigns tasks and adjusts workloads to meet production goals, schedules and monitors training and assess progress of the employees, monitors production quality and uses leadership skills to solve problems with employees.
$27•$30 an hour Your starting pay will be determined by: Previous equipment operating experience Demonstrated proficiency operating equipment safely and efficiently The number and types of equipment you are qualified to operate
Key Responsibilities:
Excellence in
Leadership:
Take charge of the production line, lead personnel by example, and manage processes and equipment, while fostering a positive culture of accountability and teamwork.
Optimize Performance:
Ensure equipment operates at peak efficiency, minimizing downtime while meeting or exceeding productivity, safety, and quality targets.
Drive Continuous Improvement:
Identify bottlenecks, creatively problem-solve, and implement solutions to enhance productivity, safety, and quality.
Coach, Train, and Develop:
Guide, mentor, and assist production team members in performing tasks safely, efficiently, and in compliance with standardized procedures—with a special emphasis on developing machine operators to assist in and take over certain maintenance and sanitation functions such as CIPs and preventative maintenance.
Prioritize Team Well-Being:
Place the safety and development of team members above all else, ensuring a positive and disciplined work environment.
Cross-Team Collaboration and Cohesion:
Communicate effectively with Quality, Sanitation, and Maintenance teams to ensure seamless coordination. Set and Enforce the
Standard:
Ensure compliance with all operational and safety protocols, to include Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), PPE compliance, forklift safety, break times, and production and equipment SOPs.
Supervise and Lead Daily Operations:
Lead Shop Floor Meetings, update efficiency boards, ensure all production records are accurately completed.
Oversee Training:
Monitor training progress, maintain documentation, and ensure adherence to job standards and regulatory requirements.
Problem Solving and Resource Allocation :
Assist in and allocate resources to equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, line changeovers, and sanitation as needed.
Maintain Cleanliness:
Ensure work areas meet hygiene standards and leave the production line in better condition than found. Other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree in Manufacturing Supervision or related field preferred. 3+ years of manufacturing experience (food/beverage industry and machinery experience preferred). 1-2 years of supervisory/management experience preferred.
Skills and Abilities:
Demonstrated leadership success in a manufacturing setting. Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail. Ability to prioritize tasks based on business needs with a proactive, high-urgency approach. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Ability to coach, mentor, and develop team members while fostering trust and collaboration. Proficient in reading and explaining job standards, quality specifications, and regulatory requirements. Forklift certification (provided by Krier Beverage, Inc.). Food Safety Training required.
Work Conditions:
Must comply with Quality Management System and Food Safety Management policies. Overtime and occasional weekend work may be required. Vacation restrictions apply during Annual Maintenance Shutdown (typically post-Christmas).
