Operations Supervisor
Post Holdings, Inc., Asheboro, NC, United States
Location
Post Consumer Brands plant in Asheboro, NC, features some of the most modern cereal production technology in the industry and the facility has quadrupled in size since it opened in 2007. Asheboro's 200+ team members produce some of our newest and most innovative cereals, like Oreo Puff's cereal! While there is plenty to do right in Asheboro, the town is only a few hours from the Atlantic Ocean in one direction and the Blue Ridge Mountains in the other direction.
Responsibilities
The Night Shift Operations Supervisor is responsible for the day to day cereal production operations, under the direction of the Operations Manager. This role will have responsibility to achieve people safety, food safety, quality, customer service, productivity, efficiency, cost, and OEE objectives through both individual and team contributions. The Operations Supervisor will provide direction, leadership, development, and support to direct reports through empowerment, teamwork, on the job assignments, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Operations Supervisor will engage technicians in decision making while fostering a learning environment that requires involvement and personal accountability. A key deliverable is to demonstrate daily the need for continuous improvement and change necessary to deliver on business results through the pursuit of best practices and deployment of standard work.
Responsibilities and Accountabilities
Develop operations employees to meet and/or exceed performance expectations and conduct company standards for personal safety, productivity, quality, food safety, sanitation, environmental, regulatory compliance and SQF.
Manage, prioritize, and coordinate finished product, packaging, raw material and work-in-process inventories to meet production needs, quality standards, and cost constraints. Plan, organize and coordinate work activities of operations personnel and production scheduling to meet demand requirements.
Manage employee communications, expectations and overall accountability. Act as general support and as a communication resource for employees. Consult with employees regarding personnel and production problems.
Manage operations facilities, equipment and systems in functional, sanitary and safe working condition while meeting all regulatory requirements.
Perform safety, GMP, and pre-operational audits.
Lead and drive continuous improvement efforts around yield, OEE, engagement, safety, and quality for dedicated lines, improving processing and packaging efficiencies.
Implement new operating procedures. Recommend and implement equipment changes.
Maintain involvement and influence in the development and implementation of products, process, and material changes.
Help develop and implement training programs for team members in a systematic manner to cover all contingencies; assist employees in their self-development, e.g., leadership development, outside education, etc. Know and communicate training status of operations team.
Ensure safety guidelines are understood and followed, incidents properly reported, deficiencies appropriately addressed, and emergencies handled correctly.
Maintain harmonious relationships between shifts by effective communications and shift transfer meetings.
Must be willing and able to work night shift long-term. 2-2-3 schedule on 12-hour shifts.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Management, Science or related field preferred
Experience
Minimum of 3 years of combined related experience, with a preference in food processing/packaging. Previous supervisory experience preferred.
Strong knowledge of manufacturing systems and processes.
Strong knowledge of continuous improvement tools and techniques.
Able to build relationships and inspire others.
Must be mobile and able to take on broader assignments for additional development opportunities.
Leadership Competencies
Organizing and planning
Drive for results and action oriented
Builds effective teams
Conflict management and problem solving
Timely decision making, informing
Professional composure
Approachability
Functional/technical skills
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Post Consumer Brands plant in Asheboro, NC, features some of the most modern cereal production technology in the industry and the facility has quadrupled in size since it opened in 2007. Asheboro's 200+ team members produce some of our newest and most innovative cereals, like Oreo Puff's cereal! While there is plenty to do right in Asheboro, the town is only a few hours from the Atlantic Ocean in one direction and the Blue Ridge Mountains in the other direction.
Responsibilities
The Night Shift Operations Supervisor is responsible for the day to day cereal production operations, under the direction of the Operations Manager. This role will have responsibility to achieve people safety, food safety, quality, customer service, productivity, efficiency, cost, and OEE objectives through both individual and team contributions. The Operations Supervisor will provide direction, leadership, development, and support to direct reports through empowerment, teamwork, on the job assignments, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Operations Supervisor will engage technicians in decision making while fostering a learning environment that requires involvement and personal accountability. A key deliverable is to demonstrate daily the need for continuous improvement and change necessary to deliver on business results through the pursuit of best practices and deployment of standard work.
Responsibilities and Accountabilities
Develop operations employees to meet and/or exceed performance expectations and conduct company standards for personal safety, productivity, quality, food safety, sanitation, environmental, regulatory compliance and SQF.
Manage, prioritize, and coordinate finished product, packaging, raw material and work-in-process inventories to meet production needs, quality standards, and cost constraints. Plan, organize and coordinate work activities of operations personnel and production scheduling to meet demand requirements.
Manage employee communications, expectations and overall accountability. Act as general support and as a communication resource for employees. Consult with employees regarding personnel and production problems.
Manage operations facilities, equipment and systems in functional, sanitary and safe working condition while meeting all regulatory requirements.
Perform safety, GMP, and pre-operational audits.
Lead and drive continuous improvement efforts around yield, OEE, engagement, safety, and quality for dedicated lines, improving processing and packaging efficiencies.
Implement new operating procedures. Recommend and implement equipment changes.
Maintain involvement and influence in the development and implementation of products, process, and material changes.
Help develop and implement training programs for team members in a systematic manner to cover all contingencies; assist employees in their self-development, e.g., leadership development, outside education, etc. Know and communicate training status of operations team.
Ensure safety guidelines are understood and followed, incidents properly reported, deficiencies appropriately addressed, and emergencies handled correctly.
Maintain harmonious relationships between shifts by effective communications and shift transfer meetings.
Must be willing and able to work night shift long-term. 2-2-3 schedule on 12-hour shifts.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Management, Science or related field preferred
Experience
Minimum of 3 years of combined related experience, with a preference in food processing/packaging. Previous supervisory experience preferred.
Strong knowledge of manufacturing systems and processes.
Strong knowledge of continuous improvement tools and techniques.
Able to build relationships and inspire others.
Must be mobile and able to take on broader assignments for additional development opportunities.
Leadership Competencies
Organizing and planning
Drive for results and action oriented
Builds effective teams
Conflict management and problem solving
Timely decision making, informing
Professional composure
Approachability
Functional/technical skills
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