Cone Shift Supervisor

Jobtailor; Le Mars (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a Shift Lead to oversee cone production on a dedicated shift. You will coach line employees, plan schedules, and drive safety, quality, and productivity to the highest standards. You will also gather performance data and lead team meetings with cross-functional partners.

The role requires strong communication, data interpretation, and the ability to work under pressure, with hands-on involvement in daily production tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership in shift operations and safety.
• Experience in manufacturing settings with data-driven decisions.
• Proficient in MS Word and basic AS400 usage.

Responsibilities

• Lead and maintain the operation of all areas on a shift to safety, quality and productivity.
• Manage overall cone production.
• Provide coaching and training to production line staff.
• Prepare shift schedules, line assignments and overtime.
• Facilitate shift meetings and address attendance issues.
• Collect performance data for evaluations and appraisals.
• Ensure adherence to SOPs and safety policies.
• Communicate with Team Leaders, Quality, and Plant Management.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and assist in production as needed.

Skills

Production Management

Team Leadership

Data Analysis

Safety Compliance

Effective Communication

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Attendance Management

Shift Scheduling

Employee Training

Performance Appraisal

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

AS400

Microsoft Word

Job description

• Lead and maintain the operation of all areas on a shift to the highest standards of safety, quality, and productivity
• Manage the overall operation of cone production
• Ensure training is completed properly and coach production line employees as needed
• Prepare shift schedules, including line assignments/rotations, employee breaks, and overtime assignments
• Facilitate shift meetings
• Resolve employee attendance issues with the shift attendance resource person
• Gather performance data for team evaluation and performance appraisals
• Act as arbitrator for team issues
• Operate within standard operating procedures and job safety requirements
• Communicate with other Team Leaders, the Quality Department, and Plant Management
• Ensure a clean and safe work area
• Ensure safety policies and programs are followed
• Assist in production as necessary
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 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
• Experience with Microsoft Word is 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

Core Competencies

Demonstrates strong leadership in managing production operations while ensuring safety, quality, and productivity standards. Proficient in data analysis, team communication, and adherence to standard operating procedures.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Production Management
• Team Leadership
• Data Analysis
• Safety Compliance
• Microsoft Word

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Production Operations
• Data Gathering
• Technical Information Analysis
• Mathematical Interpretation
• Standard Operating Procedures
• Manufacturing Experience
• Shift Scheduling
• Performance Appraisal
• Employee Training
• Attendance Management

Soft Skills

• Effective Communication
• Organizational Skills
• Detail Oriented
• Problem Solving
• Team Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Industry Keywords

• Manufacturing
• Safety Policies
• Quality Standards
• Production Line
• Attendance Policy

Tools & Technologies

• AS400
• Microsoft Word