Job description

About the role
The Production Supervisor focuses on people leadership through empowerment and engagement and reports to the Plant Manager. The Production Supervisor will direct and supervise all production activities at the operating level and achieve effective and efficient use of facilities as well as conformance to schedules and budgets. Working hours for this position will overlap with both day and evening shifts to provide support.
Key responsibilities

• Supervise and direct employees, which include Vinegar Operators, Utility and Maintenance personnel.
• Review work schedules and ensure proper staffing is always maintained.
• Monitor all activities of plant production, filtration, transfer and storage operations, and schedule activities to fit within plant staffing guidelines and to meet customer and product requirements.
• Monitor and oversee all operations to ensure compliance with Plant Quality Assurance programs.
• Maintain record keeping in accordance with current quality assurance programs.
• Work with bulk tank carriers to ensure availability of trucks and timely deliveries to customers.
• Work with Plant Manager to monitor inventory levels of all critical raw materials and ensure that orders are placed in a timely manner.
• Perform necessary accounting entries to record production, shipments, and inventory on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
• Assist with training of plant personnel in all areas of OSHA compliance, Regulatory compliance, and Kosher product requirements. Some development of training materials and operating manuals is required.

Qualifications and skills

• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and accountability for his/her actions.
• Adaptability - Ability to adapt to change in the workplace.
• Communication – Oral/Written – Ability to communicate effectively with others clearly and concisely.
• Decision Making – Ability to make critical decisions, occasionally under pressure, while following company procedures.
• Critical Thinking – Ability to determine the proper path critically and logically for resolving issues related to production and operations.
• Problem Solving – Ability to find a solution, based on root causes and considering interconnected plant and regulatory requirements and to deal proactively with work related problems.
• Detail Oriented – Ability to pay attention to minute details of a project or task.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree (Chemical , Engineering, Business)

Experience

• Three to Five years supervisory experience.

Computer Skills

• Intermediate to proficient in Word, Excel. Some experience in PowerPoint and other software programs a plus. Strong basic mathematical skills.

About Kerry
Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.
Kerry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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