Production Supervisor

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company; Geismar (LA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live Total Health program

401K match

Adoption assistance

Employee Resource Groups

Community volunteering

Job summary

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company in Geismar, LA is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead a multi-shift operation and a team of 20-30 hourly and up to 30 seasonal associates. The role ensures adherence to safety, quality, and production targets while coordinating with maintenance, distribution, and plant operations.

Ideal candidates will have 2-5 years of manufacturing leadership experience, strong communication and leadership abilities, and bilingual Spanish/English proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in supervision or operations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a workforce of 20-30 hourly full-time and up to 30 seasonal/temporary associates across multiple shifts.
• Assign work, monitor progress, orient/train associates, interview and hire, evaluate performance, and manage schedules.
• Enforce safety programs and procedures, and ensure quality and productivity targets.
• Prepare and maintain logs and reports; assist in equipment, materials, and budget management.
• Collaborate with Plant Manager and other supervisors on plant operations and special projects.
• Support production goals and plant productivity initiatives.

Skills

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Strong computer skills

Oral and written communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or related field

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.

We are looking for a Production Supervisor to join our Scotts Miracle Gro team in Geismar, LA!

In this role you will:

• Supervise a workforce comprised of 20-30 hourly full-time, and up to 30 seasonal and temporary associates in a multi shift operation, performing activities in one or more of the following areas: production, equipment maintenance, building and grounds maintenance, warehouse, distribution, and/or field operations.
• Assign work and monitors progress, orients and trains associates, interviews and recommends hiring of applicants, evaluates associate work performance, counsels associates and/or implements disciplinary action, and establishes associate work schedules.
• Execute and enforce government, company and/or plant laws, procedures, and/or policies.
• Ensuring quality and quantity standards are achieved in a cost effective and efficient manner along with the availability of materials and supplies; problem solving quickly when things do not go according to plan.
• Communicate, implement and monitor company provided safety programs and procedures.
• Foster a team environment and ensuring positive associate relations to maintain a union-free environment.
• Prepare and/or maintain various logs, records and reports, such as production, maintenance, inventory, etc.; may purchase supplies, parts and/or equipment; may assist in developing and monitoring the budget.
• Get your hands dirty by operating equipment side-by-side with your workforce.
• Assist other supervisors and/or Plant Manager in directing the overall operation of the plant, performing special projects as needed.
• Plant productivity, including involvement in goal setting for the plant, and execution of plant production goals.

What you’ll need to be successful:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent work experience in a supervisory or operations role will be considered.
• 2-5 years overall manufacturing experience.
• Experience in a supervisory or lead role is highly desired, specifically experience in associate development and safety.
• Experience in one or more of the following functional areas is required: manufacturing, distribution, raw materials purchasing, inventory planning controls management, sales and customer service.
• Working knowledge of all facets of manufacturing including continuous improvement, team building, safety, associate relations, quality, and customer service.
• Good oral and written communication skills and strong leadership skills are required.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to effectively multi‑task, solve problems in a fast paced environment and the ability to manage, motivate and train others to achieve required goals.
• Strong computer skills are required.
• Ability to be bilingual in Spanish/English.

The starting budgeted pay range for this role will generally fall between $73,300.00 - $86,200.00 per year. Scotts will consider various factors in determining the actual pay including your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location. In addition to the determined base salary, this role is also incentive eligible under our corporate bonus programs. For remote roles where the final candidate resides in Alaska, California, Colorado, Illinois, New York, Oregon or Washington, state required pay thresholds will be factored into base salary.

Here at ScottsMiracle-Gro, we believe providing an enriching and engaging employee experience is what sets us apart from other organizations. We recognize our employees are so much more than just their job title so we offer programs and benefits that support them in all aspects of their lives. Wondering how we do it? Below is a glimpse of our highlight reel...

• Our Live Total Health program provides you with options to align to your personal needs. Selections range from medical, dental and vision coverage for you, your spouse/domestic partner and dependents to an outstanding wellness reimbursement program to an unbelievable 401K match (up to 7.5%) as well as a 15% discount on company stock and much more
• We know our talent is our most precious asset and your unique development contributes to our organization’s success now and in the future. Career growth at our company is not always a ladder. It’s much more like a rock climbing adventure. Grow through exploration and experiences rather than a predictable linear path.
• We value the importance of family. We provide access to Maven Family Planning and up to $30,000 to accommodate for adoption, fertility and surrogacy.
• Be part of something bigger by joining one of our Employee Resource Groups focusing on diversity and inclusion, family, education and sustainability: Scotts Women’s Network, Scotts Black Employees’ Network, Scotts Veterans Network, Scotts Young Professionals, Scotts Pride Network (GroPride), Scotts Associates for a Greener Earth (SAGE), Scotts Family TREE and our Associate Boards.
• Join a company with a strong belief in giving back to the communities where we live and work. We have a shared passion for service and volunteerism and believe participating in community service benefits our communities and strengthens our team.

Scotts is an EEO Employer, dedicated to a culturally diverse, drug free workplace.

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