Second Shift Production Supervisor

BASIC FUNCTIONResponsible for directing the work of hourly personnel assigned to Department. To include training personnel in safe working practices, coordinating with process control to ensure that quality is maintained at the highest possible level, and expedition of manufacturing to maximize throughput at minimum cost. In addition, preparing operations reports, maintaining area housekeeping, coordinating maintenance of manufacturing and peripheral equipment, and interacting with related support departments to expedite flow of materials.
RESPONSIBILITIES1.Plan, organize, and direct work of production operators to ensure an efficient operation.
2.Maximize production by instructing operators in efficient operating procedures and safety techniques. Troubleshoots and manages processes to ensure maximum quality and yield.
3.Responsible for maintaining budgeted labor efficiencies in Department.
4.Prepare and maintain production, inventory, and employee records. Prepares department administrative reports including environmental compliance. Conducts departmental and informational safety meetings with his subordinates.
5.Maintain safe working environment and enforces safety rules and procedures.
6.Make note of any raw material problems that could affect quality or damage equipment.
7.Maintain acceptable housekeeping of department through planning operators work and on the floor observations.
8.Orders raw materials, arranges equipment repairs, and conducts departmental safety audits.
9.Responsible for handling step 1 of the grievance procedure.
10.Responsible for executing the production schedule as set up by the Production Manager and Team Leader.
ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPSHourly workforce and interaction with all levels of plant management
REQUIREMENTS
REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONSBS Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent knowledge required; Two years’ experience as Production Supervisor or Process Technician required. Proficiency in MS Office as well as sound communication and problem solving skills. Interested Candidates must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced, project-oriented environment.