Supervisor, Plant

Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. Below are details on an open job. If the role interests you and you would like to be considered we encourage you to apply

If you enjoy leading a team of highly effective individuals in a fast-paced and high energy work environment then you will thrive as the Plant Supervisor at our Delhi, Ontario production facility.

The Plant Supervisor will have a considerable impact on the plant’s overall performance and customer relations of the company.

In this role you will:
- Supervise a workforce comprised of 30+ full-time and up to 20 seasonal employees, in a multi shift operation, performing activities in one or more of the following areas: production, equipment maintenance, building and grounds maintenance, warehouse, distribution, and/or field operations.- Assign work and monitor progress, orient and train employees, interviews and recommends hiring of applicants, evaluates employee work performance, counsel employees and/or implements disciplinary action, and establishes employee work schedules.- Execute and enforce government, company and/or plant laws, procedures, and/or policies.- Ensuring quality and quantity standards are achieved in a cost effective and efficient manner along with the availability of materials and supplies; problem solving quickly when things do not go according to plan.- Communicate, implement, and monitor company provided safety programs and procedures.- Foster a team environment and ensure positive employee relations.- Prepare and/or maintain various logs, records, and reports, such as production, maintenance, inventory, etc.; may purchase supplies, parts and/or equipment; may assist in developing and monitoring the budget.- Get your hands dirty by operating equipment side-by-side with your workforce.- Assist other supervisors and/or Plant Manager in directing the overall operation of the plant, performing special projects as needed.- Plant productivity, including involvement in goal setting for the plant, and execution of plant production goals.

The perfect person will have:
- A combination of education and experience.- Degree in engineering (highly preferred), business management, operations management, supply chain management or related field preferred.- 5+ years overall manufacturing experience preferred.- Experience in a supervisory or lead role is highly desired, specifically experience in employee development and safety.- Experience in one or more of the following functional areas is required: manufacturing, distribution, raw materials purchasing, inventory planning, controls management, sales, and customer service.

Some other nice to haves:
- Working knowledge of all facets of manufacturing including continuous improvement, team building, safety, employee relations, quality, and customer service.- Good oral and written communication skills and strong leadership skills are required.- Must have strong interpersonal skills.- Must be able to effectively multi-task, problem solve in a fast-paced environment and the ability to manage, motivate, and train others to achieve required goals.- Strong computer skills are required.

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The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company (NYSE: SMG) is the world's largest marketer of branded consumer lawn and garden products, with a full range of products for professional horticulture as well. Scotts Miracle-Gro has helped to grow the nearly $7 billion global consumer lawn and garden market through product innovation, industry-leading advertising efforts and its trusted brands.

The brands and products within our portfolio include: Scotts, Miracle-Gro, TomCat, Ortho, RoundUp, Bonnie Plants, Osmocote, Earthgro and Fafard.

Scotts is an EEO Employer.

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Please note that the Scotts Miracle-Gro company does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement, and specific approval to submit resumes to an approved requisition, the Scotts Miracle-Gro company will not consider or approve payment regarding recruiter fees or referral compensations.