Plant Production Supervisor — Growth & Safety Focus

SUNGRO HORTICULTURE; Hubbard (OR); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k Match

Paid vacation

Floating days

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Service Awards

Employee Perks & Discounts

Job summary

Sun Gro Horticulture is seeking a Production Plant Supervisor who will oversee the day-to-day operations of the production facility, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. You will direct all personnel in the production department and act as backup for the Plant Manager during absences.

Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will develop operating strategies, manage budgets, train staff, monitor KPIs, and translate sales forecasts into production plans to meet customer expectations.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in a manufacturing environment with supervisory experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience directing safety, quality, and productivity goals.
• Ability to translate forecasts into production plans to ensure service excellence.

Responsibilities

• Provide clear guidance to the workforce regarding safety and productivity
• Develop short- and long-term operating strategies aligned with company goals
• Train employees on their role in influencing company profitability
• Assist Plant Manager in developing policies, programs, and objectives to meet strategic goals
• Establish and manage plant operating budgets
• Formulate and recommend manufacturing policies and programs to maintain competitive position and profitability
• Direct and coordinate key programs including training, safety, housekeeping, cost reductions, worker involvement, and security
• Ensure production aligns with plans, meets quality standards, and satisfies customer expectations
• Translate sales forecasts into production plans to ensure exemplary service
• Optimize workforce utilization and development
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Develop SOPs, operating procedures, and employee training programs
• Recommend and implement approved capital projects and operational changes
• Analyze reports and provide plant performance insights to management
• Perform miscellaneous duties and projects as assigned

Skills

Customer focus

Data-driven

KPI management

Team development

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Problem solving

Change management

Continuous improvement

Leadership

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sun Gro Horticulture is seeking a Production Plant Supervisor who will oversee the day-to-day operations of the production facility, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. You will direct all personnel in the production department and act as backup for the Plant Manager during absences.

Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will develop operating strategies, manage budgets, train staff, monitor KPIs, and translate sales forecasts into production plans to meet customer expectations.