Production Supervisor jobs in Paterson, NJ

Job description

We're looking for a dedicated Production Supervisor to join our team!

Available Shifts 1st & 2nd Weekend flexibility

Job Responsibilities

• Expected to work multiple jobs in production
• Monitor and improve productivity, while ensuring all customer commitments are met in a timely, quality and cost-conscious manner.
• Reconcile Batch Records.
• Leading compliance, as well as environmental Health & Safety efforts in support of plant goals.
• Manage and coach team to strengthen and enhance their management skills.
• Anticipate events/issues/situations and rectify them before problems develop.
• Function as a team member with other plant and company departments.
• Lead and motivate by example.
• Administer an open door policy with employees to address issues, problems and concerns.
• Utilize employee feedback to assist in the decision-making process.
• Challenge manufacturing systems for continuous improvement.
• Administer daily production meetings to address issues and organize shift changes.
• Assist with hiring, selection, advancement, transfer, promotion and termination decisions for the department.
• Work closely with the quality control department, assisting with information gathering and follow up.
• Maintain accurate records. Ensure a safe work environment.
• All employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies and procedures.
• All employees are expected to produce our products in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices.

Required Education and Experience

Must possess one of the following:

o High School Diploma

o 4 years production management experience

• Must be legally authorized to work for a company in the United States without sponsorship

Preferred Education and Experience

• 4 or more years production management experience
• Experience with Production Equipment, i.e. Eagle Metal Detectors, Lantech Wedge Sealers, Sealed Air/Cryovac Machines, RA Jones Cup Machines, Mettler Toledo Scales, Zebra Printers/Scales.
• In depth understanding of production principles and general plant operations.
• Ability to make sound, independent decisions based on functional expertise and experience. Ability to administer a proactive management approach.
• Ability to provide leadership, support, communication and direction to production supervisors, as well as line personnel.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, troubleshoot and problem solve beyond routine issues.

Working Conditions:

• Ability to constantly stand/walk; bend/flex/extend neck; frequently grip/reach/lift/pull with L/R hands.
• Ability to frequently handle material from floor-to-waist, waist-to-shoulder and pushing/pulling/carrying.
• Hair nets, ear plugs/muffs, hardhats, and/or safety glasses may be required.
• Product weight: up to 35 lbs
• Repetitive work in a fast-paced production environment
• Use of motor skills to safely drive tow motors or other motorized vehicles in tight quarters.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Totowa, NJ 07512: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person