Production Supervisor

Balchem Corporation

Ogden (UT)

On-site

USD 20,000 - 22,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative company as a Production Supervisor, where you will lead a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role offers the opportunity to enhance operational efficiency while ensuring safety and quality standards are met. You will play a crucial part in training and supervising production workers, fostering a collaborative work culture, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on quality, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the food and beverage industry. Embrace the chance to grow your career in a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment with supervisory experience.
Proficient in Microsoft applications and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

Supervise production workers and ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
Identify and resolve operational issues while training staff on processes.

Skills

Communication Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Mathematics Proficiency

Safety Awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Applications

Enterprise Resource Planning Software

Customer Resource Management Software

Job description

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Balchem Corporation develops, manufactures and markets specialty ingredients that improve and enhance the health and well-being of life on the planet, providing state-of-the-art solutions and the finest quality products for a range of industries worldwide. Our corporate headquarters is located in Montvale, New Jersey, and we have a broad network of sales offices, manufacturing sites, and R&D centers, primarily located in the US and Europe. Founded in 1967, Balchem is a publicly traded company (NASDAQ – “BCPC”) with annual revenues over $900 million and a market cap exceeding $4.0 billion. The company consists of three business segments: Human Nutrition & Health; Animal Nutrition & Health; and Specialty Products. Balchem employs over 1,400 people worldwide who are engaged in diverse activities, committed to developing the company into global market leadership positions. To learn more about our dynamic, stable and growing company, visit www.balchem.com

POSITION SUMMARY:

Assist production manager with all Ogden Human operational functions. Supervise production workers during shift in producing, labeling and packaging of Ogden Human products according to production demands/schedules and specifications.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Identify and resolve issues promptly, reporting them to the Production Manager.
Read, comprehend, and execute Master Manufacturing Records (MMR), Narrations, and instructions to ensure accurate operational success.
Supervise operators, blenders, and packagers during your shift, and effectively communicate production turnover to operational teams.
Train and supervise production workers in all aspects of the Ogden Human manufacturing and cleanup processes.
Ensure strict adherence to Safety, Quality, Manufacturing, Training, Cleaning and other procedures.
Continuously expand knowledge of facility equipment.
Verify the accuracy of all forms and record-keeping materials.
Collaborate with maintenance personnel to address equipment needs and coordinate these needs with production scheduling using the CMMS system.
Participate in troubleshooting situations and develop corrective action plans.
Provide suggestions for continuous improvement, lean processing applications, and assist in their implementation.
Appropriately manage first aid scenarios according to Balchem EHS policies.
Maintain and assist others in meeting regulatory requirements such as OSHA, FDA, cGMP at all times.
Guide employees within a collaborative environment to encourage ongoing development and enhancement of their skills.
Enforce policies related to attendance, punctuality, performance, and follow corrective action policies as needed.
Engage in self-involvement, team involvement, and implementation of KPI initiatives driven by the business.

REQUIREMENTS:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred, with a minimum of 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, including supervisory experience.
Must be responsible, maintain a positive work attitude, be safety-minded, quality-minded, supportive of management, and company-oriented.
Strong communication skills, high proficiency in math and reading, and high mechanical aptitude preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft applications or comparable software is required.
Experience with Enterprise Resources Planning, Customer Resource Management, or comparable software is preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Position may require prolonged walking/standing, reaching above shoulder height, below the waist, or lifting.
Frequently lifting 60 lbs. of raw and finished good material.
Exposure to powder and heavy equipment in a loud manufacturing environment.
Manufacturing environment with exposure to powder mineral products, cleaning chemicals, restricted movement, dirty conditions, hazardous materials, and lifting and carrying heavy objects.
Compliance with the OSHA Respiratory Protection Standard (29CFR 1910.134) is required, including annual fit testing (clean-shaven requirement) and medical clearance (respirator medical certification).
When required to wear a respirator, it must be worn as fit tested (clean-shaven).

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Balchem is committed to a workplace culture that values and promotes diversity, inclusion, equal employment opportunities, and a work environment free of harassment and hostility.

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