Production Supervisor

 

We’re a leader in the pet care industry, which means we’re not only ahead in volume, profit and market share, but our associates dare to Stand Taller. We innovate new products, impart new agilities into existing processes, constantly advance pet nutrition, and always pay it forward in the form of service for our communities and families. Are you up for the dare?

 

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

 

 

POSITION SUMMARY:

Over 120 years in existence, we’ve grown our passionate Nestlé Purina Family as we’ve grown the breadth of our business. Your needs are our responsibility—job security, benefits, safety, and career growth. But, we leave it up to you to shape our future and your career aspirations. Join the Nestlé Purina Family to support something so much greater – bettering the lives of pets everywhere.

As a Production Supervisor, you are responsible for the coordination of all first line management functions regarding production planning, production output, equipment maintenance, management of people, quality, safety, and sanitation of the processing and departments. In this role you will be required to be a problem solver that drives Continuous Improvement efforts across the plant.

This role is a relief/floater position and will be required to be available for all shifts, including overnights and weekends, as required for business needs.

POSITION SUMMARY

• Direct supervision of hourly production employees 
• Be a catalyst for people development through mentoring, coaching, and performance management
• Manage the processing or packaging schedule to maximize output while minimizing costs including active participation in problem solving to achieve these results
• Ensure products are produced in compliance with quality key check points and within “Good Manufacturing Practices”
• Achieve high levels of asset intensity by reducing unplanned stops, speed loss, waste generation, and optimizing planned downtown performance
• Increase operating efficiencies and coordinate all activities within maintenance, engineering, and QA to ensure goals are achieved
• Lead and coach integrated work groups to achieve results based on the factory’s continuous improvement plan
• Provide safe working environment for employees

 

REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2+ years’ experience in a manufacturing, production, military, or related environment
• 1+ years’ leadership experience in a manufacturing, production, military, or related environment preferred

 

Don’t meet all the qualifications listed under “other”? These are preferred, but not required. When you apply for a role with Nestlé Purina, we ensure that individual confidentiality is held to the highest regard. We are intentional about creating an inclusive workplace for everyone. We consider our associates our most valuable assets. Please apply for full consideration.

 

The approximate pay range for this position is $50,000 to $90,000. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including, but not limited to knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location.

 

REQUISITION ID
274054

 

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

 

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role.  In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities.  Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

 

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