Production Supervisor

STRIVE is a specialist recruitment firm offering proactive recruitment solutions in the areas of Accounting & Finance, Corporate Administration, and Manufacturing Operations. STRIVE supports various clients from small to medium-sized enterprises to Fortune 500 organizations for their permanent, contract, and temporary recruitment needs.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Production Management : Supervise and coordinate the activities of hourly production employees to meet daily production schedules. Ensure machinery operates efficiently within established parameters and products adhere to quality standards.
• Process Management : Maintain an in-depth understanding of production processes and controls, ensuring consistent product quality and adherence to end-use requirements.
• Reporting : Accurately complete and verify production, warehousing, shipping, and line reports. Distribute reports as necessary.
• Personnel Management : Approve employee time records and maintain accurate personnel records, including attendance, performance, and training. Conduct annual performance reviews and oversee employee development and training programs.
• Safety & Compliance : Promote a safe working environment, enforce safety policies, and maintain records of zero lost-time accidents. Ensure compliance with the chemical recycling program and handle unsafe conditions promptly.
• Housekeeping & Maintenance : Implement and maintain proper housekeeping practices to minimize product loss and maintain a clean, organized work environment. Oversee warehousing and storage operations.
• Problem Solving & Improvement : Identify opportunities to improve labor efficiency, machinery performance, and processes. Handle personnel issues and ensure policy compliance.
• Additional Duties : Support management by performing additional tasks as needed and maintain consistent attendance.

Requirements :

• Experience : 3-5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Leadership : Proven ability to lead and direct hourly production employees to meet production goals while ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and production standards.
• Technical Skills : Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and familiarity with E-time systems. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Communication Skills : Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interpret reports, safety rules, and operating procedures.
• Mathematical Skills : Ability to apply mathematical concepts, including statistics, percentages, and ratios, to production-related tasks.
• Education : High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Supervisory and manufacturing training is highly desirable.
• Driver's License : A valid driver’s license is required for occasional travel to corporate offices, other plants, customers, or vendor locations for meetings, training, or seminars.