3Rd Shift Production Supervisor

3rd Shift Production Supervisor

Nursery Supplies, Inc. provides the horticulture industry with innovative eco-friendly products of the highest quality, large selections, a wide distribution network and unsurpassed customer service. We are dedicated to partnering with our customers to help them grow their business by continually investing in product innovation and ecologically responsible practices. Nursery Supplies, Inc. (NSI) helps our customers see "greener" by partnering with them to help them grow their business. We are the only company manufacturing blow molding, injection molding and large-scale thermoforming products dedicated to the nursery industry.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Shift Supervisor directly supervises and coordinates the activities of production and operations for all employees on the shift. The Shift Supervisor will ensure efficient daily operations in meeting established goals while ensuring a safe and productive work environment for our plastics manufacturing plant. .

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise assigned plant employees, including leads and production workers.
• Monitor quality and productivity standards in accordance with Nursery Supplies standards, protocols, and procedures to certify quality of final products.
• Troubleshoot equipment and perform minor repairs and adjustments as required to keep machines in production.
• Escalate and coordinate major repair issues/needs to the maintenance department as appropriate.
• Ensure machines are programed properly and operating at full capacity to meet established production goals.
• Partner with the Plant Manager and other department managers on creation and adjustment of production schedule and confirm proper communication to all necessary parties through to completion.
• Effectively communicate, implement, and support Nursery Supplies goals and objectives to plant employees.
• Ensure the work environment is safe and clean by monitoring and enforcing safety standards, procedures, protocols, and policies.
• Enter production information in the computer system daily.
• Other duties as required and assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Prior experience in a plant or manufacturing environment working with machines; plastics experience preferred.
• Proficient in operating and troubleshooting processing equipment.
• At least 5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing/plant environment.
• Knowledge of plastic processing equipment.
• Ability to drive a forklift.
• Ability to lift 25 to 60 pounds.
• Ability to read and write using basic English.
• Ability to perform basic math skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate, both in writing and verbally.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to follow company required safety policies and procedures; this includes wearing required personal protection equipment (PPE).

Nursery Supplies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

No phone calls, please.