Developmental Production Supervisor

Developmental Production Supervisor

As the Developmental Production Supervisor, you will play a vital role in overseeing and leading a group of skilled production workers while actively preparing for the future role of a Supervisor. Your primary responsibility is to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the manufacturing team, meeting production targets, and maintaining product quality. This position is designed as a stepping stone for motivated individuals who aspire to grow into a Supervisor role within the manufacturing department.

This position requires working a variety of shifts in different manufacturing departments within the plant.  Shifts rotate from week to week.

Key Responsibilities:

Team Leadership: Lead and motivate a team of manufacturing personnel, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure a high level of productivity and quality.

Production Management: Monitor and manage daily production schedules, ensuring that production targets are met while maintaining product quality standards.

Quality:  Collaborate with Quality Assurance to ensure that products meet established quality specifications and perform inspections as necessary.

Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process optimization and efficiency enhancements, implementing best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.

Safety:  Enforce safety protocols, provide safety training, and ensure the team's adherence to safety regulations and guidelines.

Problem Solving: Resolve operational and personnel issues, escalating complex problems to the Supervisor as necessary.

Documentation:   Maintain accurate production records, including shift reports, quality control data, and employee performance evaluations.

Training and Development: Assist in the training and development of team members to enhance their skills and prepare them for potential leadership roles.

Reporting:  Prepare regular reports on team performance, highlighting key metrics, and areas for improvement.

Supervisor Training: Under the guidance of the Operations Manager, learn and prepare for the responsibilities and duties of a Supervisor role.

Required Experience/Qualifications:

- High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or relevant certifications in manufacturing or leadership is a plus.

- 6+ months production experience

- Proven experience in manufacturing or a related field, with experience leading or in supervisory role, informal leader.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively lead and motivate a team.

- Knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality control, and safety regulations.

- Problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to process improvement.

- Willingness and potential for growth into a Supervisor role.

Physical Requirements:

- Ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 50 pounds.

- Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment, including exposure to noise and machinery.

Salary Range: $69,040 - $103,560

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

Benefits for most full-time roles include medical, dental, vision, PTO, life & disability insurance, education assistance, a 401k and a variety of well-being resources. Most part-time employees are eligible for prorated PTO, holiday pay, employee development programs, prorated education assistance, and a 401(k).

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.

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