First-Shift Filling Line Supervisor

CL f25d5e5c a0fc 46af b026 99878ecf4a3b; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Unknown company in Omaha, NE is seeking a Production Supervisor to manage the daily operations of the Filling Department on 1st shift (4:30 am – 3:30 pm, Mon–Thu). The role emphasizes maintaining productivity, quality, safety, and efficient staffing while leading a multi-line operation.

Responsibilities include supervising line staff, evaluating performance data, enforcing SOPs, interviewing candidates, and coordinating with other departments to meet production goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent production supervisory experience will be considered.
• 4+ years management experience in manufacturing.
• Prior Lean experience and a good understanding of Kaizen and 5s events.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the work of production line leaders and staff to ensure production goals are met.
• Evaluate production data to ensure we are meeting objectives.
• Maintain quality service by establishing and enforcing organization standards.
• Coach personnel to their full capability.
• Conduct candidate interviews for operational line personnel to assess qualifications, technical capabilities, cultural fit, and overall suitability for employment while ensuring a fair, consistent, and compliant selection process.
• Ensure proper staffing and that staff receives appropriate training.
• Comply with and work with staff to ensure compliance of regulatory and company standards and procedures.
• Communicate company policies and procedures to employees and enforce them.
• Ensure product is produced efficiently and safely while meeting quality expectations.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure the filling line has everything necessary to meet objectives.
• Provide manufacturing information by compiling, initiating, sorting, and analyzing production performance records and data, answering questions, and responding to requests.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on using all control points, equipment, and resources.
• Ensure equipment operation by calling for repairs; and evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Resolve personnel issues.
• Establish and maintain effective, professional relationships.
• Ensure proper staffing and that staff receives appropriate training.
• Evaluate staff performance and competencies.
• Troubleshoot and assist with problem-solving.
• Demonstrate independent judgment and make recommendations regarding business practices.
• Make recommendations on employment decisions (e.g., advancement, counseling, hiring, disciplinary action, termination).
• Accurately complete necessary paperwork and/or Redzone checks.
• Responsible for knowledge and accuracy of production standard operating procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work environment.
• Enforce all company Policies, Standard Operating Procedures, and Safety Rules and attend company-scheduled training.
• Report problems, hazards, concerns operator errors, and other issues to Production Supervisor or Maintenance Supervisor as needed.
• Communicate effectively with others and manage an effective team.
• Perform work onsite.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Supervisory

Communication

English proficiency

Team leadership

Problem solving

Training

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

AS400 experience

OSHA certification

Forklift certification

Job description

Unknown company in Omaha, NE is seeking a Production Supervisor to manage the daily operations of the Filling Department on 1st shift (4:30 am – 3:30 pm, Mon–Thu). The role emphasizes maintaining productivity, quality, safety, and efficient staffing while leading a multi-line operation.

Responsibilities include supervising line staff, evaluating performance data, enforcing SOPs, interviewing candidates, and coordinating with other departments to meet production goals.