Job Description
Job Description
Description : Shift :
2nd shift : Mondays 4 : 55pm to 1 : 30am
Tuesday through Thursday 2 : 55pm to 1 : 30am
To perform the Production Supervisor job successfully, an individual must demonstrate competencies in printing press operations and troubleshooting as well as understand upstream & downstream operations. Able to help troubleshoot equipment and provide feedback to department supervisor / Manager and maintenance personnel. Must take initiative, be resourceful, and be willing to accept responsibility and accountability.
Production Supervisor Essential Functions
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across all of production processes.
- Responsible for daily printing press production from printing up to packaging.
- Empower operational staff to present ideas and create improvements and solutions.
- Assess and identify operational improvement opportunities.
- Completes their Leader Standard Work (LSW) daily.
- Audits and documents implementation of standardized work and other process improvements.
- Works cross-functionally to drive continuous improvement and foster a Lean Culture
- Develop an understanding of lean manufacturing techniques to implement process improvements and optimal use of manufacturing resources.
- Reviews Key Performance Indicators (Daily, Weekly and Monthly) to ensure area is on track to meet overall departmental objectives. Require metrics be completed with notes explaining downtime and reasons if throughput goals are not achieved.
- Leverage 5S principles to develop and maintain operational standards (A place for everything and everything in its place)
- Facilitate and lead problem solving events.
- Assist in investigating root cause analysis & corrective actions for department as needed.
- Understands and supports all policies, procedures, instructions, rules, and regulations associated with Brook & Whittle and our facility.
- Will work directly with all operators to ensure jobs are ran to customer’s critical to quality requirements.
- Represent operations during Project Review Meetings
- Will Lead with Safety, by identifying hazards and acting to mitigate injury risk at all times.
- Reports machine & equipment breakdown to manager & maintenance personnel
- Must cover for Supervisor / Manager while on vacation or time off.
- Consults with department manager and Quality Assurance of any quality related defects
- Responsible for reporting production to cross functional team through daily shift report.
- Communicate Personnel issues to HR and / or manager as needed.
- Ensures all elements needed for upcoming jobs are present and accounted for to minimize downtime.
- Minimize setup times through improved processes and staff utilization. Increase run speeds. Work closely with and support staff through both initiatives.
- Works with Quality department and other Managers to ensure proper employee training is provided.
- Works in cross-functional teams to make sure processes are robust enough to meet customer requirements.
Skills
Printing background requiredThe ability to be discreet with company confidential information, report errors, incidents, and problems to appropriate personnel.Interpersonal skills to allow effective interaction with operators, cross-functional departments, and leadership.Must have computer skills in Microsoft Office, (Proficient in Word and Excel) and an understanding of the current data collection system.Must be a team player.Must be able to multi-task.Performs other duties as assigned.Follow daily schedule to meet and exceed goals and requirements.Make decisions systematically while minimizing downtime on all presses.Keep Presses running through all breaks / lunch.Communicate Personnel issues to Plant Manager.Ensures all elements needed for upcoming jobs are present and accounted for to minimize downtime.Minimize setup times through improved processes and staff utilization. Increase run speeds. Work closely with and support staff through both initiatives.Qualifications
Minimum 5 years' experience in print manufacturing environmentPrevious leadership experienceLean and / or Six Sigma ExperienceBachelor’s Degree (strongly preferred)Company Paid Benefits :
10 paid holidaysPaid vacationPaid sick / personal daysMDLive – TelemedicineLife insuranceLong term disability insuranceEmployee assistance program (EAP)Company Offered Benefits :
DentalVision401(k) – first of the month after 90 days of employment – auto-enroll at 3%Short term disabilityVoluntary life insuranceFlexible spending account – health care and / or dependent careCritical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and accident insuranceCompany Subsidized Benefits :
MedicalBenefit will be available on the 1st of the month after 60 days of employmentBenefit will be available after 90 days of employmentRequirements : About Us
Brook & Whittle Ltd. is one of North America’s leading Sustainable Labeling Solutions providers, producing pressure sensitive labels, shrink sleeves and flexible packaging for many of the nation’s leading brands. The company serves multiple consumer markets, including Personal Care, Beverage, Food, Nutraceuticals, Wine & Spirits, and Household Chemicals. The company’s rapid growth can be attributed to its world-class staff of employees and its commitment to sustainability, print innovation, and the latest technological advancements. Wouldn’t it be cool to go into a store, pick up a product and say, “We make that label!”
Our culture is first and foremost one of collaboration and teamwork. We hold ourselves to high professional, ethical, and fairness standards. We have zero tolerance for anything less. We celebrate our diverse workforce and reward good performance through our recognition program, advancement opportunities, and our compensation structure.
We believe people are our greatest asset. Thus, we highly value individuals of strong character with drive, ambition and creativity. Relationships are our cornerstone whether it be clients, vendors or co-workers. We are the best at what we do and are looking for an exceptional individual to join our growing organization.
AAP / EEO Statement
Brook & Whittle LTD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Brook & Whittle complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Brook & Whittle expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Brook & Whittle LTD’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.