Production Supervisor

We have called the vibrant community of St. Joseph home for 30 years. Recognized with the All-America City Award, St. Joseph embodies the spirit of collaboration and exceptional results. Our wet dog and cat food factory, a special home for our passionate associates, produces millions of cases of flagship brands like Fancy Feast and Beneful Prepared Meals. Beyond our work, we actively support the United Way and United Cerebral Palsy foundations, raising $750,000 in the past five years.We’re also doing our part to care for the environment we share, like conserving water, investing in renewable electricity, and maintaining zero waste for disposal.With increased production, reinvestment, and a culture of continuous improvement, we unlock our fullest potential. Join our close-knit team focused on safety, personal growth, development, and community. What could you add to this remarkable mix?

• ◆**This role is a Relief/Floater position and will be required to be available for all shifts, including overnights, weekends, and holidays; as required for business needs.***

As a Production Supervisor, you are responsible for the coordination of all first line management functions regarding production planning, production output, equipment maintenance, management of people, quality, safety, and sanitation of the processing and departments. In this role you will be required to be a problem solver that drives Continuous Improvement efforts across the plant.

• ◆Direct supervision of hourly production employees
• ◆Be a catalyst for people development through mentoring, coaching, and performance management
• ◆Manage the processing or packaging schedule to maximize output while minimizing costs including active participation in problem solving to achieve these results
• ◆Ensure products are produced in compliance with quality key check points and within Good Manufacturing Practices
• ◆Achieve high levels of asset intensity by reducing unplanned stops, speed loss, waste generation, and optimizing planned downtown performance
• ◆Increase operating efficiencies and coordinate all activitieswithin maintenance, engineering, and QA to ensure goals are achieved
• ◆Lead and coach integrated work groups to achieve results based on the factory’s continuous improvement plan
• ◆Provide safe working environment for employees

• ✓High School Diploma or GED
• ✓2+ years’ experience in a manufacturing, production, military, or related environment