Production Foreman

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company; Geismar (LA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Scotts Miracle-Gro seeks a Production Foreman in Geismar, LA to plan, coordinate and supervise five or more workers including temps. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, inventory control and quality service, with 1st and 2nd shift options. English proficiency required; Spanish a plus.

The position offers competitive hourly pay and weekly payroll, with benefits and growth opportunities at Scotts Miracle-Gro.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or warehouse setting.
• Experience supervising and coordinating a team; strong leadership skills.
• Ability to read, write and speak English; Spanish a plus.

Responsibilities

• Communicate job expectations and coach staff.
• Schedule and assign personnel to meet production plans.
• Maintain workflow, monitor equipment and resources, and implement cost reductions.
• Enforce quality standards and safe work practices.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth production.
• Seek process improvements and training as needed.
• Report on shift results and maintain proper production summaries.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Coaching and directing

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. Below are details on an open job. If the role interests you and you would like to be considered we encourage you to apply!

The hourly rate pay for this position at Scotts will generally fall between $31.25 - 42.30 per hour and is paid weekly. Scotts will consider various factors in determining the actual pay including your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location.

We are looking for a Production Foreman to join our ScottsMiracle-Gro team in Geismar, LA!

1st and 2nd shift available!

The Production Foreman position is responsible for the planning, coordinating and supervising of work activities of five or more personnel including Temporary Agency workers engaged in production, equipment repair, warehouse work and the loading of trucks. The position implements and monitors management programs as they relate to safety, employee relations, production efficiencies, and inventory control.

What you’ll do in this role:

• Accomplish manufacturing staff results by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; coaching, counseling, and recommending disciplining when necessary; initiating, coordinating, and enforcing systems, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain workflow by monitoring steps of the process; setting processing variables; observing control points and equipment; monitoring personnel and resources; studying methods; implementing cost reductions; initiating and fostering a spirit of cooperation within and between departments.
• Complete production plan by scheduling and assigning personnel; accomplishing work results; establishing priorities; monitoring progress; revising schedules; resolving problems; reporting results of the processing flow on shift production summaries.
• Maintain quality service by establishing and enforcing organization standards.
• Ensure operation of equipment by calling for repairs; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of all control points, equipment, and resources; maintaining compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending establishing personal networks; benchmarking state-of-the-art practices.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

What you’ll need to be successful:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Three to five years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Supervision and coaching experience. Supervise and direct work of others.
• Experience managing processes and process improvement.
• Ability to ensure housekeeping standards are maintained.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide numbers.
• Ability to read, write and speak English. Spanish fluency is a plus.

What we do for you (just to name a few cool ones):

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, holidays, vacation and sick time benefits available within a month of your start date
• Healthcare navigation, advocacy and support
• 401(k) company match up to 7.5% with immediate participation and vesting
• Ability to purchase company stock at a 15% discounted price from market value
• $600 annual wellness reimbursement program
• Up to $30,000 to help cover the cost of fertility treatments, adoption or surrogacy
• Up to 18 weeks of time away to support your growing family
• To view all of our great benefits, click here!
• Eligibility for the above benefits may vary based on full-time/part-time status or additional factors.

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