PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR - Berry Global, Inc

At Berry, we are committed to our mission of ‘Always Advancing to Protect What’s Important.’ With $13 billion in revenue, we are a leading global supplier of a broad range of innovative nonwoven, flexible, and rigid products used every day within consumer and industrial end markets. We operate over 290 manufacturing facilities worldwide, on six continents, and employ over 48,000 individuals.

Are you looking for an inclusive organization with a fast-paced environment? We work with many of the world’s leading brands to bring them value-added protection solutions. We foster an environment of team players who embrace our strong ties to the communities in which we work and serve. Become part of a place where your work is valued. Join our growing team today!

PURPOSE OF JOB

• Planning, organizing, executing and leading all  assigned  areas within the plant
• Accountable to plan and execute to meet required safety, quality, delivery, production, cost and communication objectives
• Meet production schedules within budgeted allocation
• Ensure appropriate on-the-job training and development of crew members is satisfied

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Address mechanical, operational, and technical downtime issues within department
• Train, motivate and mentor employees
• Conduct training of new and existing employees
• Supervise employees in the day-to-day operations to ensure safety, quality and productivity
• Maintain and improve production throughput and work with Production/Plant Manager to maintain direct labor cost
• Provide support for on the job assignments and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure Company policies, safety, quality procedures, and Good Manufacturing Policies (GMPs) are implemented, understood and followed
• Maintain a positive working environment among employees
• Maintain all required logs and reporting documentation and adhere to all safety procedures
• Adhere to all Company safety regulations and policies
• Other duties as assigned

• A four-year degree is preferred, or equivalent and applicable work-related experience
• Experience in Blown Film Industry preferred but any extrusion or printing background is advantageous
• Previous experience with Lean, SixSigma or other relevant continuous improvement methods and tools a plus
• Previous experience with Troubleshooting processes, 5 Why, 8D or other is a plus.  
• Technical training a plus; mechanical and/or electrical

• Industrial Safety Training a plus
• A minimum of 3+ years of experience in a supervisory role with a strong background in blown film or other extrusion or printing operations and production floor supervision
• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing facility is preferred
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and work in a changing environment with strong problem solving skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and to work on own initiative
• Results driven, effective decision maker
• Strong desire to train, coach and develop others to improve performance
• Ability to work any shift as needed
• Maintenance and mechanical ability to troubleshoot
• Must be able to use the following computer programs:  Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Excellent verbal and written skills with the ability to communicate accurately and professionally with all levels of the organization
• Leadership skills
• Interpersonal skills