Production Supervisor, Nights

Church & Dwight Co., Inc.; Harrisonville (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Church & Dwight Co., Inc. is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead and develop the operations team in Harrisonville, Missouri. The role includes ensuring safety, training, and managing production efficiency through continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate has supervisory experience in manufacturing and strong leadership skills. Join a company that values innovation, teamwork, and a supportive culture. Full-time position with a rotating 2-2-3 shift.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years industrial or manufacturing supervisory experience required.
• Experience in the CPG industry is a plus.
• Previous supply chain or materials management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe daily operations and promote a safety culture.
• Direct shift activities to meet customer needs.
• Collect and analyze operational data to drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Leadership abilities

Computer skills (SAP, MS Office)

Education

Associate’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

SAP

MS Office Suite

Job description

A collective energy and ambition. A place where you can make a real difference. We’re a company that genuinely cares about our people, our products, our consumers and the environment. Our unique, informal culture champions courage, determination and collaboration. Knowing we have an open and supportive team means each of us has the freedom to take responsibility and ownership. We have a shared passion to work hard, innovate and push boundaries.

Shift: 2-2-3 Rotation, 6pm - 6am

The Production Supervisor provides leadership, development of junior leadership team, training and coordination skills to the plant operations teams. Works to develop, implement, and maintain SOPs and measures regarding routine operations, changeovers, fill weight management, cross training and new employee development. Responsible for standardizing productivity, operations processes (shift change, TPM, new employee or ongoing training), sustainability and controlling conversion costs through labor standardization and OEE monitoring/improvements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe daily operations and promote a safety culture and safety awareness in all areas of the plant.
• Support and enforce all plant safety policies and procedures in a fair and consistent manner.
• Verify that all employees have received required safety, quality, productivity, and operational training.
• Ensure tasks are performed according to safety, quality, and regulatory guidelines at all times.
• Direct shift activities and processes to meet customer needs.
• Collect and analyze operational data to identify and drive cross‑functional continuous improvement using Lean Methodology in areas such as OEE, waste reduction, cost savings initiatives, etc.
• Communicate with the Operations Manager and other stakeholders regarding staffing levels, materials, machines, methods, and metrics.
• Coordinate quickly and efficiently with all stakeholders when problems arise to minimize impact to production.
• Manage cross‑training and development of staff to ensure a deep, flexible workforce.
• Ensure employee time records are captured accurately and approved in a timely manner.
• Initiate and process clear, consistent, fair, and factual corrective actions.
• Foster positive employee relations and engagement through communication and practices.
• Ensure continuous improvement and lean opportunities are executed and Lean Daily Management objectives are met.
• Assist hourly employees in finding opportunities to drive out losses and facilitate team events to carry out those actions.
• Ensure sanitation and good housekeeping procedures and guidelines are followed and audit for completion daily, weekly, and other periodic tasks assigned to floor personnel.
• Provide recommendations to manager and HR Business Partner regarding disciplines and terminations.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 2-3 years industrial or manufacturing supervisory experience required.
• Experience in the CPG industry is a plus.
• Previous supply chain, distribution or materials management experience in a fast‑paced environment preferred.
• Lean or continuous improvement experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal skills – ability to build positive relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent communication skills – ability to communicate clearly and concisely in multiple media formats (verbal, written, etc.).
• Excellent organizational/time‑management skills.
• Ability to prioritize work assignments in a fast‑paced work environment, remain calm under pressure and be flexible in directing the workforce and adapting to changing schedules.
• Strong leadership abilities and skills as a team builder, coach and mentor.
• Strong computer skills (SAP and MS Office Suite).
• Strong knowledge of production operation, including equipment, materials, workflow, etc.
• Ability to maintain absolute confidentiality at all times and in all situations.

Church & Dwight is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.