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Production Operator Lead

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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
employee discount
Training and Development
performance bonuses

Job Description

Our client is a leading manufacturing company known for its commitment to quality, safety, and operational excellence in the production and processing sector. With a strong focus on maintaining rigorous standards, this company specializes in delivering high-quality goods through well-coordinated production processes. The organization prides itself on a culture that values integrity, continuous improvement, and respect for all team members. It operates in a dynamic environment where teamwork and effective communication are paramount to meet production goals and customer expectations. This stability offers a rewarding career path for professionals dedicated to excellence in manufacturing supervision and process management.

The role available is for a Production Supervisor, an essential position within the production team responsible for overseeing and coordinating the activities of associates involved in the processing and production of goods. This role requires enforcing safety, quality, and sanitation regulations to ensure that all operations comply with company and industry standards. The Production Supervisor will manage various production lines, mixers, storage locations, and forklift operations to guarantee smooth and efficient workflow. The ideal candidate will have experience reading and analyzing production charts, work orders, and schedules to meet production requirements and evaluate outputs accurately.

The Production Supervisor will collaborate closely with other supervisors and management teams to coordinate operations within and between departments. This includes planning work schedules, assigning tasks, and sequencing production activities to meet set goals. An important aspect of this position is to inspect materials, products, and equipment to detect defects or malfunctions, maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety. The supervisor will also play a crucial role in training new associates by demonstrating proper equipment operations and safety procedures or pairing them with experienced workers for hands-on learning.

Monitoring operators to ensure adherence to production and processing standards is a key responsibility, along with resolving worker issues such as complaints or grievances in cooperation with management. The role requires meticulous attention to detail, including adhering to quality standards and conducting hourly audits of batch paperwork. Success in this position is measured by effective communication, maintaining attendance and punctuality, and performing all assigned tasks while upholding department-specific quality control processes.

Overall, this position offers an excellent opportunity for a dedicated production professional to contribute to a reputable manufacturing company by ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency throughout the production process. The environment is supportive, emphasizing integrity, respect, and continuous learning, perfect for someone looking to grow within the manufacturing industry.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum of 2 years experience in production or manufacturing supervision
  • Knowledge of safety, quality, and sanitation regulations
  • Ability to read production schedules and work orders
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to lead teams and resolve conflicts
  • Availability to work flexible hours
  • Physical ability to inspect equipment and materials

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Proven experience in a production supervisory role
  • Knowledge of safety, quality, and sanitation regulations
  • Ability to read and interpret production charts and schedules
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Ability to train and develop associates
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Commitment to integrity and respect in the workplace

Job Duties

  • Enforce safety, quality, and sanitation regulations
  • Direct and coordinate the activities of associates engaged in production or processing of goods
  • Read and analyze charts, work orders, production schedules, and records to determine production requirements
  • Confer with other supervisors to coordinate operations within or between departments
  • Plan and establish work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet goals
  • Inspect materials, products, or equipment to detect defects or malfunctions
  • Demonstrate equipment operations and safety procedures to new associates
  • Monitor operators to ensure compliance with production standards
  • Resolve worker problems, complaints, or grievances
  • Adhere to quality standards and audit batch paperwork hourly

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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