What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Supervisor position at International Paper?
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General Information: This position is a part of the Specialty Products Division and reports to the Manufacturing Manager of the Marysville Specialty Products group. This is a salaried, full time, exempt position.
Background: This position is responsible for all aspects of the manufacturing operation. (i.e. Safety, Scheduling, Production, Shipping / Receiving, Inventory Management, Housekeeping, Facility and Preventative Maintenance, Directing Hourly Employees, Reporting and additional items as directed)
Key Functions: Supervise hourly employee crew and daily production activities for a multi-shift operation. Facilitate task teams to implement plant initiatives and reduce gaps in safety, quality, productivity, housekeeping, waste, etc.
Ensure:
- Safety leadership: that all safety targets are met including site audits, inspections and documentation.
- All orders are prepared for shipment. Supervise shipping and receiving of raw materials and finished products.
- Productivity goals are met by establishing clear goals, providing requisite resources to direct reports.
- Equipment is properly maintenance.
- Engagement is achieved by providing leadership. This includes listening and responding to employee issues, taking decisive actions, recognizing excellent performance and holding employees accountable for undesired behaviors.
- Effective communication both up and down the organization on key issues (e.g. crew meetings, performance 1-on-1’s, overtime plans, monthly business results, etc.)
Requirements: Candidate must be a proven leader, goal oriented, self-starter, good communicator and computer literate. Must have strong interpersonal skills and be able to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization. Candidate must have a firm understanding of driving safety culture, adhering to corporate and human resources policy. Candidate must also demonstrate a sincere interest and desire to work in a fast paced manufacturing environment. Some level of completed college course work, understanding of 5S and prior ink experience are preferred.
International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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