Production Shift Supervisor

WHO WE ARE

This position is with Helena Industries (HI). HI is a wholly owned subsidiary of Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC and provides production and distribution solutions to customers across a wide variety of industries. HI is one of the largest chemical toll manufacturers in the U.S. and our clients include many household name brands and large retailers.

ABOUT THE JOB

The Production Shift Supervisor directs the production team in the formulation, packaging and assembly of products on assigned line(s) to meet customer requirements, quality standards and maximize productivity. This position also works with assigned team regarding safety, environmental control, quality, production and inventory.

WHAT YOUR DAY WILL LOOK LIKE

• Inspects equipment set-up and reports any issues to the Area Manager or Maintenance.
• Trains and supervises the team on the process line.
• Completes or supervises the completion of all production batch sheets, OPM production entry and QA processes/procedures in a timely and accurate manner.
• Must be able to comply with all specified QA control methods and documentation.
• Produces productivity reports for leadership on a routine basis.
• Must be able to supervise multiple crews and processes if necessary.
• Writes endo of shift report documenting challenges and successes from the day.
• Ensures accurate recording of all assigned team members to batches or activities using ADP to accurately track labor hours for job costing.
• Operates formulation and/or packaging equipment, forklifts, hoists and/or other material handling equipment when necessary.
• Assists in equipment clean-out and packaging equipment movement.
• Observes work and monitors gauges, dials and other indicators to ensure that operators conform to production or quality standards.
• Identifies and packages all waste associated with production line.
• Completes production plan by scheduling and assigning teams, accomplishing work results, establishing priorities, monitoring progress, revising schedules, resolving problems and reporting results of the processing flow on shift production summaries.
• Monitors the adherence to all plant safety rules and regulations in assigned area.
• Maintains working knowledge of all aspects of the operation including raw materials, packaging materials, contract specifications, waste handling and safety procedures for all products handled in assigned area.
• Maintains a clean work environment both inside and outside the facility by using good housekeeping habits.
• May be required to drive a company vehicle.
• Provides excellent customer service to all internal and external customers.
• Other work-related duties as assigned by your leader.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.
• Follows all company policies and procedures.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Five years of experience in a manufacturing or similar environment is required.
• Two years of leadership experience is required.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Mechanical and maintenance skills.
• Operates and understands electronic controlled equipment.
• Understands pneumatics, pressure and the pumping of liquids.
• Knowledge of pumps and valves.
• Knowledge of Oracle is preferred.
• Ability to use computer and learn to use ADP to record labor hours.
• Ability to make decisions under pressure to accommodate customer demands.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time in extreme hot or cold temperatures.
• May be required to pass OSHA respirator physical
• Able to work rotating shifts, overtime and weekends as scheduled.
• Valid U.S. driver's license is required to drive a company vehicle.
• Ability to read, write and speak in English is required.
• Communicating in Spanish is a valuable skill at Helena.
• Computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office are required.

Successful completion of a drug test and background check is required for all positions at Helena.

BEING A LEADER AT HELENA

At Helena, our leaders are expected to demonstrate the same qualities that we value in our employees -- integrity, passion and accountability. In this leadership role, you will be responsible for overseeing other team members. This includes carrying out leadership responsibilities such as interviewing, hiring, training and coaching employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees and addressing complaints and resolving problems by following all of Helena's policies, procedures and applicable laws.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ASPECTS OF THE JOB

At Helena, safety is our highest priority. We seek out extensive safety measures and put them in place to minimize exposure to anything that could be potentially harmful to our employees.

The work environment for this position will be in an office setting and in a typical plant/warehouse environment where the noise level is usually moderate to loud. In this position, you will regularly work near moving equipment/mechanical parts and could be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, chemical and biological hazards, vibrations and a risk of electrical shock.

This position requires you to use your hands for many different tasks and to talk, hear, walk, sit, stand, (8 hours a day or more), lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling (up to and including 50lbs or more), reaching overhead (up to and including 25lbs), climbing, gripping, grasping and twisting using hands and wrists, bending and stooping for long periods of time, working below knee levels for short periods of time and working above shoulder level for short periods.

BENEFITS AT HELENA

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance STARTS THE SAME DAY YOU DO!
• Earn up to $3,000 in Reward Dollars from Helena for your Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Helena's robust 401(k) Savings Plan offers you a 100% company-match up to 5% starting on your first day. As your years of service with Helena increase, so does our company-match - up to 10% based on your contribution amount.
• Three-year vesting on company match with 1,000 hours of service.
• Access your earned pay between paydays through Earned Wage Access (EWA) with DailyPay and Wisely.
• Up to 15 days paid time-off plus 9 paid holidays.
• Free Term Life Insurance at 1x your annual base pay - paid for by Helena at no cost to you.
• Free Short & Long-Term Disability.
• Up to 80 hours of paid Parental Leave.
• Education Assistance.
• And much more!

For more detailed information about our benefits, visit helenacareers.com/benefits.

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Helena supports individuals with disabilities, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Helena is an equal opportunity employer.