Production Line Leader, 1st Shift

OVERVIEW

Perfetti Van Melle (makers of Mentos, Airheads, Dentyne, Trident and Bubblicious!) is one of the world's largest manufacturers and distributors of confectionery and chewing gum with global brands that are being enjoyed in more than 150 countries worldwide. We’re currently seeking an enthusiastic Production Line Leader, Rockford to join our growing team. 

Starting Pay: Salary - The annual base salary range for this position is: $80,000-90,000.

Shift: 1st

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Do you have a sweet tooth for manufacturing? As the Production Supervisor, you will be responsible for managing production activities within your value stream whose goal is to produce a quality product in a safe and cost-effective manner while meeting production schedules and cost specifications.  As a supervisor, you will provide your direct reports measurable objectives that can be achieved within their evaluation period.  You must be able to analyze production performance and implement process improvements to produce high-quality safe food, minimize downtime, reduce material and labor requirements, and lower overall cost per case of our products in a safe working environment.  Additional responsibilities include:

• Manages daily production activities, within a value stream and evaluates efficiency data on a daily basis. Ensures personnel follow established procedures and approved processes to meet goals and objectives in a safe and clean working environment. Delegates responsibility and authority to the appropriate personnel to ensure value stream functions effectively while maintaining overall accountability.
• Evaluates the performance and advancement potential of each employee through analysis of production within the value stream. Develops and manages the training program- within value stream including identifying schedules, and recording training opportunities for all production employees.
• Consistently enforces all company policies and resolves personnel problems and conflicts to include disciplinary action when appropriate.
• Informs the appropriate departments of major production issues throughout the facility, when appropriate, while maintaining overall responsibility for the assigned value stream. Participates in the resolution of problems, as a leader. Escalates within the management hierarchy when necessary.
• Actively facilitates continuous improvement projects within the assigned value stream. Creates an environment where employees feel valued, challenged, and empowered.
• Maintains a safe work environment by taking the necessary actions to ensure safety of all employees. Submits accurate written reports of all accidents to the SHER team within 24 hours of the incident; includes possible corrective action to avoid similar incidents in the future. All food safety incidents must immediately be escalated to quality management per the escalation process.
• Maintain work schedules and coordinate employee vacations per assigned value stream. Provide accurate employee and attendance payroll records. Must be trained to effectively operate the payroll system. Maintain tool supply per assigned value stream to ensure employees have the necessary equipment to fulfil daily assignments.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

• Bachelors or Associates Degree in business management or equivalent experience in lieu of degree.
• 4-6 years of manufacturing supervisor experience.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of GMP’s HACCP, and OSHA regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills for coaching, developing, and performance reviews of employees; including disciplinary actions. Leads by example, including demonstration of all job functions, with consistent enforcement of all company policies.
• Good communication skills. Including oral, written, and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and changing priorities.
• Basic understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma concepts and the willingness to support and implement improvement efforts.
• Basic understanding of production equipment and processes, with technical ability for troubleshooting and maintaining equipment.
• Spanish or bilingual fluen