Shift Production Supervisor at Rich Products Corporation

Manage Production Processes

• Ensure products packed on shift meet the necessary quality specifications.
• Ensure strict adherence to the Master Cleaning Schedule and that associates are following the prescribed cleaning SOP’s
• Execute tactical planning and scheduling to meet packaging timelines according to systemized production schedule as well as working closely with the Planning department.
• Track usage variances (on shift) on key packaging components and bulk raw materials.
• Ensure GMP, FSSC 22 000 & ISO standards are maintained at all times by reviewing and updating relevant Risk Assessments.
• Ensure 6 S methodology is maintained and take corrective action when non-compliances are noted.
• Oversee line opening, clearance and closing and final approval of Master Packaging and Processing Documents.
• Address all process non-conformances with the necessary corrective and preventative actions.
• Completion of Shift Production Reports
• Ensure adequate preparation for incoming shift (raw materials, batch preparation and packaging).
• Ensure compliance to SAP Production Processes (stock receipt, stock transfer, usage consumptions & closing orders)

Manage/Lead Team

• Lead daily / shift team meetings (Level 1)
• Set objectives and manage performance of team members.
• Ensure optimal utilization of staff across multiple lines (dynamic resourcing).
• Apply consistent discipline and fairness to direct reports.
• Train and develop staff (multi-skilling and succession planning).
• Conduct daily team meetings and ensure effective communication to all.
• Liaise and communicate with management from other departments.
• Control working hours and overtime for associates on shift.
• Resolve conflict within the team.

Manage Line Productivity

• Improve line productivity by reviewing daily production data and formulating action plans to improve performance.
• Eliminate or reduce unplanned stops through close collaboration with Quality and Engineering Team’s.
• Manage variable cost by reducing line scrap/waste.
• Conduct RCA’s (Root Cause Analysis) for recurring stoppages and implement the necessary preventative actions to eliminate recurrence.
• Lead TPM process for shift and follow prescribed methodologies to drive continuous improvement.

Ensure High Level of Engineering Availability

• Work with engineering team to identify opportunities to improve overall performance.
• Generate breakdown job cards for engineering team to action accordingly.
• Coordinate 1st Line Maintenance activities for Production Operators with Maintenance Planning Team.                                                   

Create a Safe Operating Environment

• Manage EHS activities in department.
• Conduct Risk assessments on all activities in department.
• Work with Production Manager to update Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) on an annual basis or when the process changes.
• Conduct PJO’s (Planned Job Observations) for all team members in department.
• Collate near misses that occur during the shift and report back to SHE sub-committee.

Minimum requirements

• Production Management Degree / Diploma or Technical equivalent
• 5 to 10 years’ experience as a Production Supervisor or equivalent in a Food Manufacturing Facility.
• 3 to 5 Year experience with conducting RCA / Problem Solving.
• 3 to 5 Year experience leading a Production Team.
• 3 to 5 Year experience using TPM or WCM Methodologies to drive Continuous Improvement.
• Able to work shifts and weekends
• Ability to work in a cold or hot environment and or in a working position on the lines.
• Outstanding organizational & interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and able to cope under pressure.
• Good teaching and people management skills.