Production (Food) Department Supervisor, 2nd Shift - EW Grobbel

Production (Food) Department Supervisor, 2nd Shift

2nd Shift (4:00pm - 2:00am), 10% shift premium while on 2nd shift

($75,000 - $95,000 with a $2,000 Signing Bonus)

At EW Grobbel, we have been proudly delivering high quality food for 140 years.  As one of Crain’s “50 Fastest Growing Companies in Detroit,” we’re ready to be a national powerhouse.  We’re looking for a highly skilled Department Supervisor that will be responsible for managing production employees in a fast-paced, high volume, non-union, manufacturing environment. You will lead a team to identify problems or bottlenecks in production processes and resolve issues. Most importantly, you will be responsible for creating an engaged and team-oriented work force. This is an ACTIVE position with 100% of time being on the plant floor (standing, walking, climbing stairs).

Our ideal candidate will have extensive experience in plant production operations, supervision, employee development, and progressive discipline. Most importantly, he/she will have a proven track record of mentorship and team building.  If you have an innate understanding of what makes people tick and want to deliver solutions that make a difference, we would love to meet you.

Objectives of this Role:

• Assist with production goals and communicate the goals to the production staff
• Ability to communicate with all levels of the organization 
• Oversee and coach employees
• Identify issues in efficiency and suggest improvements 
• Check production output according to specifications
• Make sure that employees are trained/ cross-trained and understand and follow work instructions
• Work on continuous improvement and efficiency of each operation
• Enforce safety guidelines and company standards
• The position is very hands-on and supervisors are usually on the plant floor about 100% of the shift
• Ability to directly supervise 40+ employees in the manufacturing department

Skills and Qualifications:

• 5+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing setting required
• Proven leadership, persuasive, initiative, analytical, and communications skills are necessary for the success in this position
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma
• Associates degree preferred 
• Food safety training will be provided and is not required for employment
• English-Spanish bilingual preferred 

At EW Grobbel, here are just some of the benefits you'll enjoy:

• Normal work week is Monday – Friday
• Salary based on experience
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance benefits
• Paid holidays & vacation time
• Quarterly bonuses 
• Matching contribution to 401 (k) plan
• Individual leadership development

About EW Grobbel

EW Grobbel is a family food company that was established in 1883. Headquartered in Detroit's historic Eastern Market, EW Grobbel specializes in whole muscle meat proteins and pickle products. We are best known as "America’s Oldest Corned Beef Specialist". We supply our products to thousands of locations around the United States. 

The foundation of the organization is centered on growing and developing each employee, both personally and professionally while producing premium quality food products. As an employee of EW Grobbel, you will be part of a fast paced, high performance team, driven by employee engagement and powered by work precision.