Production Supervisor

POSITION SUMMARY:
This position reports to the Production Manager at the Defiance site. This person will assist the Production Manager in directing the activities of the production facility including managing safety, quality, production, compliance to EHS, FDA and GMP standards and hiring/training of new and existing personnel. Responsibilities will also include process optimization, improving equipment reliability and identifying/implementing capital projects.
General Description
The position of Shift Supervisor is responsible for monitoring and guiding all production activities occurring during the shift. He/she shall advise, control, and support operations to guarantee compliance with the Production Schedule, Standard Operating Procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices, Regulatory Laws, and Balchem Corporation specifications, policies, and procedures. A general knowledge and understanding of Balchem Corporation production processes and excellent communication skills are essential to the successful fulfillment of the position requirements. Balchem Corporation practices team management requiring the position to function as coach and counselor as well as a key decision maker.
Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage shift operations.
• Ensure compliance to the production schedule at all times.
• Determine efficient use of personnel, equipment, and supplies to achieve schedule.
• Review production reports.
• Monitor all production operations on a regular basis: utilize hourly supervisory report; take corrective action when deviations from specifications are apparent; report problems and corrective actions to operations staff in a timely manner; observe production processes for compliance with written SOPs.
• Prepare shift report and communicate shift activities to Production Manager/Plant Manager daily.
• Continuously audit personnel for compliance with policies and procedures.
• Maintain contact with Production Manager and Plant Manager along with the Production Scheduler to plan staffing requirement.
• Keep accurate and up-to-date personnel records
• Practice good communication skills and promote team-based decision making whenever possible.
• Maintain supply inventory.
• Inform purchasing when supplies are needed
• Inform Maintenance Manager when major equipment repairs/supplies are needed.
• Prepare and submit work orders in a timely manner.
• Follow through with Maintenance Manager as to status of work orders.
• Participate in team meetings; attend training programs as advised by Management Staff; provide coaching and advisory support to team meetings; participate in team meetings as an active member.
• Maintain an ongoing effort of personal improvement.
• Set quarterly goals/objections with Production Manager.
• Seek educational enrichment as part of your personal development process and inform manager of courses or seminars that support your objectives.
• Use time management tools to effectively monitor your daily activities.
• Meet frequently with the Management Staff to discuss any questions or concerns you may have about your work, the company objectives, production performance, etc.
• Comply with all policies and procedures of the Corporation
• Preform other duties as required

Work Experience requirements
The position requires sufficient time to accomplish the tasks leading to long days, weekends, and holiday work schedules. When plant production is operational on weekends and holidays, the Shift Supervisor is expected to be available to work his/her appropriate shift. The ability to manage change and interruption is paramount to being a successful Shift Supervisor.
REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry-out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Must be able to work independently – to organize tasks and manage the workload. Ability to deal with problems involving several variables in standardized situations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The job responsibilities require the Production Supervisor to do an extensive amount of walking while on the job. In addition, the plant environment involves working in noisy, wet, slippery, and hot conditions.
Education Requirements
A high school education is required to strong math, computer literacy, verbal and oral communication skills. Some college coursework is preferable, with three to five years of supervisory or group leader experience in a food plan environment required. The candidate must possess the skills needed to plan, organize, direct and motivate people to ensure potential for further advancement through professional development.



Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.