Production Supervisor

Job Description

Our Production Supervisor is responsible for the supervision of operational activities in accordance with departmental policies, procedures, and standards to achieve established production schedules and desired quality levels in a safe manner.  This person will recognize and motivate team members to produce a quality product efficiently with our customer in mind. If you want to join a team where you can develop, motivate and recognize others while working on your career growth and development, we are the team for you. 

This role is located onsite in our Brookings, SD facility supporting our Larson brand. Relocation assistance is available.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Supervise the activities and associates engaged in manufacturing of products within their assigned department and shift.
• Assure key operating metrics are achieved by focusing on safety, quality, on-time delivery, cost, and creating a culture of continuous improvement.
• Create, maintain, and audit Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and processes.
• Collaborate with associates, leaders, EH&S, and HR to interpret, apply, and/or consistently enforce all company policies, programs, rules, regulations, and safety rules.
• Maintain accurate time and attendance records for manufacturing associates.
• Promote clean, safe work areas throughout the plant by continuously checking for and resolving hazardous conditions.
• Identify, support and lead production associates in continuous improvement activities/initiatives.
• Develop, lead, and engage manufacturing associates to ensure they have the proper training and support to utilize all equipment and tools.
• Foster an environment where there is challenging work, regular coaching, and feedback to manufacturing associates to support and enhance our positive associate relations (PAR) culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Business, Engineering or Technical, or business-related field.
• 3-6+ years of Manufacturing Supervisory experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Strong understanding of how to balance the focus on continuous improvement with safety, health, and environmental business requirements in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, delegation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Mechanical aptitude is a plus.