Cone Shift Supervisor

Joy Baking Group; Le Mars (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Joy Baking Group is seeking a Shift Supervisor to lead cone production on a full-time shift in Iowa. You will train and coach line workers, manage schedules, and ensure safety, quality, and productivity standards are met.

The role requires strong communication, data gathering for performance reviews, and coordination with Quality and Plant Management. You will support continuous improvement initiatives and maintain a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Word and basic software familiarity.
• Experience using AS/400 is required.
• Good work habits and dependable attendance as per company handbook.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Two to four years of manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead cone production operations on shift.
• Coach and train production line employees as needed.
• Manage shift schedule including line assignments, breaks and overtime.
• Facilitate shift meetings and communicate with teams.
• Address attendance issues and gather performance data for appraisals.
• Resolve team issues and act as team arbitrator if needed.
• Follow SOPs and safety policies; ensure clean, safe work area.
• Assist in production as necessary and support other departments.

Skills

Microsoft Word

AS/400

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

AS/400

Job description

Overview

The Shift Supervisor is responsible for leading and maintaining the operation of all areas on a shift to the highest standards of safety, quality, and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the overall operation of cone production
• Ensure that training is done properly and coach production line employees as needed
• Responsible for shift schedule to include: line assignments/rotations, employee breaks and overtime assignment.
• Facilitate shift meetings
• Resolve employee attendance issues provided by shift attendance resource person
• Gather performance data for team evaluation for performance appraisals
• Act as arbitrator for team issues
• Operate within standard operating procedures and job safety
• Communicate with other Team Leaders, Quality Department, and Plant Management
• Ensure a clean and safe work area
• Ensure safety policies and programs are being followed
• Assist in production as necessary
• Other duties as assigned

Essential Functions

• Must be able to speak, listen, and effectively communicate with team members
• Actively participate in and effectively lead team/department meetings and initiatives
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills required with the ability to successfully interact at all levels of the organization
• Able to analyze / interpret technical information, mathematical concepts, and form conclusions
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills with the ability to work well under pressure
• Able to gather, organize, compile, and summarize data
• Operate within standard operating procedures and job safety
• Follow direction and perform assigned work duties independently with minimal supervision
• Frequent bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, twisting, and lifting/carrying up to 75 pounds
• Must have ability to climb stairs and access all areas of the office and plant
• Must be able to stand and walk for up to 12 hours
• Adherence to the company attendance policy is required, including expectations of punctuality and limited unapproved absences

Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft word in required
• Experience in AS400 is required
• Good work habits and attendance as defined in the Joy Baking Group’s handbook
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• Two to four years of manufacturing experience preferred

Pay Range

Starting from USD $31.62/Yr.