Production Engineering Supervisor jobs in Las Cruces, NM

Description

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Position Summary
Reporting to the Production Manager, the Production Supervisor (2nd Shift) is responsible for supervising production employees in a manufacturing environment. This position will plan and assign work, implement policies and procedures, and recommend improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures and working conditions. This position will be required to ensure all safety, environmental, food safety, quality, and productivity objectives are met.
The ideal candidate for this position will work effectively in a team environment. This Production Supervisor will be able to delegate work and adjust plans as needed to ensure daily production goals are met. This individual should have strong leadership skills and a proven track record of building an engaged and productive team.
Position Responsibilities

• Promote safety and ensure a safe work environment. Ensure employee work habits and routines are in line with required health and safety protocols.
• Lead a team of employees including selecting/hiring candidates, onboarding, and training. Will work daily to motivate and develop the employees and ensure employees are held accountable.
• Manage and monitor employee timecards and attendance. Provide attendance coaching as needed and partner with Human Resources to ensure proper documentation.
• Direct and supervise work assignments in areas of production not limited to Input, Blending and Cooking, Packing, Sterilization, Milling, Dehydration etc.
• Set and manage expectations and provide ongoing feedback.
• Provide staffing recommendations ensuring appropriate resources are allocated to achieve departmental objectives/projects.
• Supports employee retention goals and objectives.
• Achieve departmental objectives, supports business strategy, and achieve annual budget goals.
• Perform routine safety and food safety inspections. Participate in and lead internal audits with internal and external customers.
• Interpret and enforce company policies and regulations. Partner with other Olam leaders to create and implement needed programs.
• Partner with Quality to ensure Production meets the requirements of the Quality Systems, Good Manufacturing Procedures (GMP) rules, and that all Production areas comply with audit/inspection expectations.
• Perform food safety inspections. Monitor and assist sanitation/ Quality Assurance employees to ensure proper sanitation (HAACP and GMPs).
• Monitor and manage applicable Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to sustain and improve Production areas. KPIs can include but is not limited to: Performance Metrics, Safety, Quality, Service, Efficiency, Waste, Cost, and Savings.
• Actively observe and monitor materials and labor to achieve optimum capacity and overall cost reduction.
• Perform accident investigations, document findings, and share findings with the appropriate teams.
• Manage and track ongoing inventory levels.
• Manage department priorities established by senior Olam leadership. Provide feedback on goals and production requirements.
• Communicate all production related information to production employees. Ensure information is shared timely and with appropriate parties.
• Provide input to senior leadership on appropriate production budget. Ensure department adheres to budget goals
• Proactively review established processes, identify improvement opportunities, and makes recommendations to the Production Manager.
• Maintain a cooperative working relationship with customers, vendors, employees, and peers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or GED is required. Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Three (3) years plant experience in food, pharmaceutical or chemical industry is required. Candidates with a Bachelors’ degree may substitute degree for two (2) years of required experience.
• Bi-Lingual, English and Spanish, is preferred.
• Previous work experience managing budgets and production financial data is preferred.
• Strong organizational and planning skills are required.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written, in a group setting is required.
• Ability to work well under pressure with competing demands in a team environment is required.
• Certificates or accreditation from agencies are welcomed, such as from the American Society for Quality, or Association for Operations Management, etc., and/or advanced knowledge and experience in managing manufacturing operations.
• Computer skills, including e-mail and Microsoft Office are required. Previous experience with SAP and ADP is preferred.
• Travel for this position is minimal but may be required.