Production Supervisor

Description

We have an immediate opening for a Production Supervisor in our Lacey, WA facility to oversee and supervise all production lines according to production schedule while ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

•  Supervising all production employees using lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
•  Overseeing the proper labeling, filling, and packaging of product as it passes the production line
•  Ensuring each line has the necessary components (tools, materials, etc.) to run production successfully
•  Handling product changeovers including overseeing and ensuring that Line Leaders prepare line stations for next product run with correct laser printers, labels, filling heads, etc., as well as capable personnel
•  Diagnosing machine and equipment problems and reporting equipment problems and/or failures to Plant Manager immediately
•  Overseeing the cleaning of all equipment, as necessary and ensures sanitary regulations are met
•  Performing basic maintenance duties including routine preventive maintenance and equipment repair based on level of knowledge and skill set
•  Involvement in other special projects, as needed

Requirements

  In order to be successful, you will need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related field preferred
• At least three to five years of supervisory experience in a production environment operating with KPI’s and lean manufacturing principles
• Previous experience working in an environment that operated with continuous improvement initiatives and KPI’s to measure performance
• Strong computer skills including experience with Microsoft Office as well as ERP systems
• Ability to perform routine machine maintenance and basic equipment repair
• Ability to safely lift bottles, boxes, tools, equipment, and other necessary items
• Ability to multi-task and supervise multiple production lines with 30 - 40 production workers
• Ability to manage time effectively
• Detail oriented with the ability to read, comprehend, and follow instructions
• Equal Opportunity Employer/minority/female/disability/veteran