Supervisor Production

Supervisor Production Join to apply for the Supervisor Production role at Refresco Make a Difference in YOUR Career Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table. We are the world’s largest bottler for retailers and A‑brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe and North America. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks. Our ambition is to continually improve and it’s what keeps us at the top of our game. We are solutions‑based. We are innovative. We seek out new challenges and conquer them. This is our company ethos, but it’s our people’s too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast‑moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what’s best. Stop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table? Summary Description Reporting to the Production Manager, the Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the beverage manufacturing and packaging equipment, while supervising personnel to complete the daily production targets. The Supervisor ensures full compliance with SOPs, food safety, health and safety, administrative policies; preventive monitoring of equipment, labour reporting, process improvements, yields. Key Accountabilities Responsible for direct supervision and utilization of equipment, materials, and people on the production lines. Adhere to all applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and policies, health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the warehouse or production areas. Responsible to adhere to food quality and food safety as per quality standards and/or Safe Quality Food requirements. Front line supervision of plant hourly employees to ensure production criteria is met without compromising quality or employee safety. Provide supervision and leadership to maximize plant efficiency and performance. Conduct daily meetings with day and afternoon shift lead hands to identify and resolve issues. Draft and post weekly employee schedules based on production requirements in accordance with the CBA. Liaison with the Maintenance Department to ensure operational deficiencies are rectified in a timely manner. Liaison with the Quality Assurance Department to ensure quality is not compromised. Liaison with the Shipping Department to ensure customer service level is maximized. Daily walk through the plant including but not limited to the production area. Ensure production personnel are maintaining good housekeeping practices and end of shift cleanup is conducted daily. Provide training and cross training to assure production schedules are met within budget, product specifications, quality requirements and safety standards. Review, evaluate, counsel, discipline and discharge employees as necessary to ensure department meets or exceeds productivity requirements. Evaluate and recommend improvements to product manufacturability. Back up to the operations Manager as required. Skills / Qualifications Ability to analyze and solve problems, results oriented. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and written. Proficient leadership and people management skills. Must be available for Shift Work. Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Food Science, Business or related discipline. Minimum 3‑5 years of experience within a manufacturing environment, preferably soft drinks. SAP prior experience a strong asset. Working Conditions Physical – continuously standing or walking. Regular requirements to lift/handle/carry material or equipment of moderate weight. Visual/Sensory – this position requires regular need to give moderate attention with one or two senses at a time. Work environment – a rapid, often demanding environment where attention must be concentrated in the face of numerous changing stimuli. Work and environment are very repetitive. Mental Stress – continuous requirement for decisive action. A firm and resolute attitude is required, especially with respect to the enforcement of and adherence to departmental operating procedures. Competencies Functional/Technical skills Technical Learning Decision Quality Strategic Agility Priority Settingi #J-18808-Ljbffr