As a Production Supervisor, you are responsible for the coordination of all first line management functions regarding production planning, production output, equipment maintenance, management of people, quality, safety, and sanitation of the processing and departments. In this role you will be required to a problem solver that drives Continuous Improvement efforts across the plant. This role will be required to be available for all shifts as required for business needs.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Direct supervision of hourly employees in the processing department of dry extruded pet food.
- Manage the processing or packaging schedule to maximize output while minimizing costs including active participation in problem solving to achieve these results.
- Lead and coach integrated work groups to achieve results based on the factory’s continuous improvement plan.
- Confers with engineering and maintenance in coordination of repairs and modifications to demonstrate ownership of the assigned areas of the factory.
- Ensure products are produced in compliance with quality key check points and within “Good Manufacturing Practices”.
- Provide safe working environment for employees.
Basic Qualifications:
Education: High School Diploma or GED required
Experience:
- 2+ years’ experience in a manufacturing, military, or related environment,
- 1+ years’ supervisory experience in a manufacturing, military, or related environment
This position has a minimum salary of $61,000. Please note that the salary provided is a good faith estimate for the position. The final salary offer will be determined after reviewing relevant factors, which include a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate.
When you choose a career at Nestlé Purina PetCare Company (Purina), you may gain access to a variety of valuable benefits you can elect for yourself or family. When you elect your benefits, you and Purina partner together to manage costs for medical, prescription, dental, vision, life and accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage. You may also choose to set aside tax-free money by electing one of three Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) or a Health Spending Account (HSA) to best meet your and your family’s needs. You are eligible for the Nestlé 401K Savings Plan with company-matched contributions (up to a limit) and an annual retirement contribution to help you save for retirement and may be eligible for a retirement pension benefit. We also offer other benefits such as an extensive Parental Support Policy, providing 26 weeks of leave, the first 18 weeks at 100% pay for the primary care giver of a newborn child under six months of age, and adoption assistance. Purina offers earned vacation, sick and personal time for you to use throughout the year. Purina typically honors paid 10 holidays throughout the year.
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