Production Supervisor - 1st Shift - The Kraft Heinz Company
Champaign, IL
About the Job
Job Description
The Production Supervisor is a member of the plant leadership team and plays a key role inprovidingmanagement and leadership to deliver business results and operational improvements. Underdirectionof the Business Unit Manager, the Production Supervisoris responsible forthe day-to-day manufacturing operations for an assigned area and shift.
Primary Responsibilities
This role has responsibility to achieve productivity, efficiency, customer service, cost, quality, safety and employee engagement objectives through both individual and team contributions.Providesdirection, leadership,developmentand support to direct reports through empowerment, teamwork, on-the-job assignments and continuous improvement projects and initiatives. Develops,implementsand promotes safety programs and safe work practices through involvement in plant safety teams,programsand initiatives. Promotes sound employee & labor relations within the department by developing andmaintainingan effective organization with qualified personnel. Develops, promotes, and supports continuous improvement and other cross-functional initiatives.
Qualifications
BA/BS Degree in Business, Food Science,Engineeringor related field is preferred
2+ years of experience in supervisor role
1-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment isrequired
Ability to lead, motivate and mentor large teams of hourly associates isrequired
Strong communicationand leadership skills
Strong analytical/critical thinking
Strong accountability,consistencyand follow-through skills
Ability to work effectively with a wide array of plant personnel ranging from hourly employees to senior management
Location(s)
Champaign PlantKraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contactNATAI@kraftheinz.com.