Production Supervisor

Responsibilities

• Obtains maximum productivity and efficiency in the designated area of responsibility by creatively coordinating and supervising the work of hourly manufacturing personnel.
• Monitors processes and determined actions to assure costs, productivity, yields, lead time, service levels, and inventory control activities are in line with business goals.
• Supports/executes validation activities to assure proposals are in line with manufacturing expectations.
• Provides administrative support to business and quality systems representing the process area being supervised.
• Executes production operations, establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing products, utilizing knowledge of production process and methods, machine and equipment capabilities, and human resources requirements. Maintains adequate floor control.
• Responsible for goal setting and developmental activity of employees under their responsibilities. Monitors and provides continuous feedback on employee's performance and determines required actions.
• Promotes and assures a safety and teamwork environment according to the organizations values.
• Coordinates activities with other production supervisors to ensure consistency in employee relations.
• Interfaces with all plant management, engineering, quality, tool-room, maintenance, materials and H.R. personnel in order to meet production requirements.
• Provides input for operational budget and procedures.
• Coordinates new product introductions ensuring operators are trained and new product introduction dates are met.
• Conducts weekly audits within production areas to ensure continued GMP compliance.
• Responsible for pro-active people management.
• Facilitates communication to associates and create a Credo based environment.
• Ensures correct policies and guidelines are followed to maintain compliance with all regulatory and corporate policies (Health, Safety, and Environmental Standards, etc.).
• Other miscellaneous duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required. Bachelors in Science, Engineering or any other discipline relevant business needs is preferred.
• A minimum of 2 years of related work experience is required.
• Able to read, speak, and write Spanish and English.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Demonstrated experience as a lead or supervisor is preferred.
• Knowledge of FDA regulations is required.
• Must be computer literate in E-Mail, word processing and spread sheets is required.
• Must be detailed oriented and have the ability to develop and meet deadlines, and be able to delegate and follow-up.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required as well as skills in the following areas: Conflict Resolution, Managing for Performance/Accountability and documenting issues, as well as developing leadership and ownership in individuals.