Production Supervisor
Darling Ingredients · Atlanta
The Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the timely and efficient flow of raw materials into high-quality finished products; may also include ensuring that equipment is maintained and in good repair.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
- Maintain efficient and timely flow of all raw materials received and finished products shipped.
- Oversee the equipment used to process raw & finished materials is kept in good working order.
- Effectively manage all instances of breakdowns and coordinates with Maintenance to ensure needed repairs are made in timely manner.
- Lead continuous improvement efforts in all areas of responsibility.
- Responsible for achieving individual and department targets, goals and objectives.
- Responsible for observing all Company safety rules and regulations, recognize safety as top Company priority and conduct/participate regularly scheduled safety meetings with plant staff.
- Assist in conducting investigation of accidents that occur within jurisdiction and makes recommendations to Plant Safety Committee.
- All other duties as assigned by management.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- Require 1-2 years of prior experience in a supervisory/management capacity.
- Minimum of 2-3 years of prior work experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Technical school certificate or Associates Degree preferred.
- Labor relations background and experience with leadership & training.
- Good understanding of production maintenance and repair protocols.
Working Conditions
- Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environments such as high noise level, strong odors, and/or exposure to heat and cold - Frequently
- Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals which mandate attention to safety considerations - Frequently
- Exposed to Electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock - Occasionally
- Occasional travel to off-site locations
- Must be able to frequently sit, stand, walk, use hands, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
- Must be able to frequently climb or balance.
- Must be able to frequently use sense of taste, hearing, touch, and smell.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.