Production Supervisor

Givaudan; East Hanover (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Givaudan is seeking a Production Supervisor for the second shift to supervise liquids production, train staff, and optimize workflow across compounding, replenishment, and dispensing areas. You will report to the Production Process Manager and ensure quality, safety, and timely output.

The role requires 5+ years in compounding and 2+ years in flavors manufacturing supervision, with strong problem-solving, communication, and SAP proficiency.

Qualifications

• College degree preferred.
• Knowledge of flavor industry raw materials, finished goods and hazardous materials associated with production and packing.
• Strong PC skills and working knowledge of computerized inventory control systems (SAP preferred).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• 5+ years work experience in compounding.
• 2+ years supervisory in flavors manufacturing.
• Experience leading in a union environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervises Group Leaders and hourly staff and their daily activities to ensure the timely production of liquid compounds. Organizes staff and material flow to optimize performance. Assists Scheduler(s) with prioritizing shop orders based on production capacity and customer demands.
• Oversees replenishment activity and material movement into and out of production. Directs dispensing and processing functions. Monitors batch yields and initiates adjustments when necessary. Identifies root cause for production delays and takes corrective action.
• Works with QC to resolve manufacturing or material problems. Adjusts finished compounds to comply with Quality Control specifications. Investigates production non-conformances and customer complaints. Initiates corrective action. Assists in cost reduction techniques and upgrading manufacturing efficiency.
• Maintains accurate and timely Production and Inventory records. Trains staff to identify and correct problems. Coordinates with Warehouse for on-time delivery of materials.
• Ensures compliance with safety, environmental, GMP standards. Coordinates removal of waste. Trains staff in safety and SOPs.
• Develops staff; implements cross training; monitors attendance and policies; enforces rules and corrective actions.

Skills

Compounding experience

Supervisory experience

Interpersonal skills

Union environment experience (plus)

Education

College degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Job description

Join us and celebrate the beauty of human experience. Create for happier, healthier lives, with love for nature. Together, with our customers, we deliver food innovations, craft inspired fragrances and develop beauty and wellbeing solutions. There’s much to learn and many to learn from, with more than 17,000 employees around the world to explore ideas and ambitions with.

In the USA, we develop, market and produce a wide array of solutions from our 25 most innovative sites, based across the country. Stretch your skills, create and get inspiration from passionate colleagues. Every day, your energy, your thirst for knowledge, and your creativity will shape our future, making a positive difference on billions of people. Every essence of you enriches our world. We are Givaudan. Human by nature.

As a Production Supervisor you will supervises the activities and areas directly associated with liquids production including compounding, replenishment, automated systems, bulk storage and dispensing areas to ensure safe, quality and timely production. Organizes staff and material flow to optimize plant performance. Trains and coaches staff to achieve department and organization goals. Summarizes shift activities and leaves clear, concise information on any issues that need to be addressed by supervisors and group leaders on other shifts.

This will be a second shift position and you will report to our Production Process Manager.

Salary range for this position based on candidate experience 90,000-98,000 year.

Responsabilities

• Supervises Group Leaders and hourly staff and their daily activities to ensure the timely production of liquid compounds. Organizes staff and material flow to optimize performance. Assists Scheduler(s) with prioritizing shop orders based on production capacity and customer demands. Oversees replenishment activity and material movement into and out of production. Directs dispensing and processing functions. Monitors batch yields and initiates adjustments when necessary. Identifies root cause for production delays and takes corrective action as needed.
• Works with QC to resolve manufacturing or material problems. Adjusts finished compounds to comply with Quality Control specifications. Responsible for investigating any production non-conformances and customer complaints. Initiates corrective action where appropriate. Assists in the development and implementation of various cost reduction techniques in order to maximize product profitability. Investigates new equipment and methods to upgrade manufacturing and efficiency and makes recommendations to management.
• Maintains accurate and timely Production and Inventory records. Ensures that all production and inventory transactions are reported accurately. Trains staff to identify and correct problems. Coordinates with Warehouse in obtaining on-time delivery of materials necessary for production.
• Ensures compliance with operational safety, environmental protection, industrial hygiene, and GMP standards. Coordinates removal of waste. Trains staff in safety and standard operating procedures (e.g. sampling, mixing, packing, flashpoint, flammables, etc.).
• Develops staff; implements cross training for staff to ensure proper techniques and greater productivity. Monitors and enforces work rules, attendance, timecards and all policies and procedures. Monitors performance and institutes corrective action where necessary.

You?

• College degree preferred.
• Knowledge of flavor industry raw materials, finished goods and hazardous materials associated with production and packing.
• Strong PC skills and working knowledge of computerized inventory control systems (SAP preferred).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• 5+ years work experience in compounding;
• 2+ years supervisory in flavors manufacturing.
• Experience leading in a union environment is a plus.

We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage and a high-matching 401(k) retirement plan.

Givaudan takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications/certifications and education, and internal equity.

At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people’s lives.

You work within an inspiring teamwork culture - where you can thrive, collaborate and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines, regions and divisions.

Every essence of you enriches our world.

Diversity of perspectives fuels innovation and fosters deeper connections with our employees, customers, and partners. At Givaudan, we are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive environment where every individual’s voice is valued and has the power to shape our world. Join us in making a difference together.