Team Supervisor - Bottling

Position Purpose

Under the direction of the Bottling Manager, the Team Supervisor is responsible for the direction, output, and overall performance of the bottling line. This position provides clear direction and support to all line technicians, consistently promotes teamwork, and demonstrates strong leadership

Functional Responsibility

• Assigns daily tasks and monitors the output of the team to meet production requirements
• Leads in a constructive manner by example; demonstrates and encourages a strong work ethic and fosters an environment of trust and respect
• Guides team in the proper use of assets and resources to avoid waste and ensure cost-effective operations
• Provides immediate feedback and directly assists team to maintain level of productivity and deliver daily results
• Informs supervisor of staffing needs
• Ensures employees have a safe, healthy, and rewarding work environment; provides applicable safety training and resolves/reports safety issues to management
• Supports change initiatives and company decisions in an effective manner
• Communicates closely with supervisor regarding  employee issues, concerns, and complaints in an objective and confidential manner
• Maintains company and regulatory compliance during day-day-operations and advises supervisor of any infractions; assigns and monitors employee breaks and lunches and provides backup relief
• Adheres to departmental GPS (Performance Management) guidelines and ensures proper GPS  documentation; trains employees to do the job; identifies and makes suggestions for training needs and development opportunities
   

Essential Duties

• Performs all duties as defined under Advanced Line Technician
• Close interaction with the floor personnel throughout the day (pulse checks)
• Ensures standards are met on all lines set by the Bottling Manager
• Follows-up with Leads and Operators to ensure ISO documents are accurate and complete
• Works closely with manager to ensure maximum utilization of resources and clear concise communication.
• Troubleshoots and problem solves, works with the Maintenance team to identify problems that affect performance of the line
• Assesses each technician’s technical skills/knowledge and coordinate appropriate training
• Performs monthly Safety meetings (facilitates)
• Keeps current daily production logs and QA reports
• Insures that all technicians have the proper tools and operational equipment to successfully carry out their  assignments
• Responsible for reporting to Maintenance any faulty equipment

Non-Essential Duties

• Participates with module revisions and updates
• Participates in monthly tailgate/safety meetings
• Create staffing schedule for all bottling lines across all shifts
• Other duties may be assigned

Minimum Requirements

Education and Experience

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience is required.  One to two years bottling line experience is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must possess demonstrated leadership skills, and have a mechanical aptitude to help troubleshoot bottling lines. Must have good written and oral communication skills, be able to present to upper Management.

Certificates and Licenses

No Certificates  or Licenses required

Working Conditions

High percentage of time spent on the production floor, exposed to varying levels of equipment noise and temperature fluctuation based on the seasons

Drives Automotive Equipment
Exposed to Dust, Fumes and Gases

Work Standards

• Acts in a manner reflective of the Company culture of High Moral Standards, Innovation and Continuous Evolution, Trust in Team, Continuous Improvement, and Sustainable Relationships
• Communicates, interacts, and works effectively with others; receptive to feedback and coaching; voices concerns in a constructive manner
• Demonstrates commitment to safety first; communicates safety concerns; promotes a safe work environment based on established safety standards and training
• Follows all Company policies and procedures

Additional Comments

Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.