Production Supervisor (1st Shift)
Gardner Pie Company · Akron, IA
- Level
- Supervisor
- Team
- Production
- Degree
- Preferred
- Experience asked
- 3+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level production role at Gardner Pie Company (industrial) in Akron, IA.
- They ask for
- 3+ years · degree preferred
- Tools it names
- Lean, EHS / safety
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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How this role compares
Against 28 other live production postings in Iowa.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (3+ vs 2+)
Typical $78k–$97k, from 5 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 2+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 97%
- SAP 28%
- ✓ EHS / safety 28%
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Pick 2–3 people on the Production team at Gardner Pie Company
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Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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This plant: Gardner Pie Company in Akron
1 other open role at this site.
- 1st Shift Production Supervisor: Lead Lean Manufacturing · Lean / CI · Supervisor
Full description from Gardner Pie CompanyAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Key Responsibilities
- ◆Safely produce quality products with most efficient use of labor and materials.
- ◆Provide transformational leadership and actively lead your team.
- ◆Achieve operational excellence to meet or exceed plan through continuous improvement.
- ◆Supervise your team and handle the day-to-day interactions.
- ◆Actively contribute towards a strong safety culture by sharing expectations with your team, participating in Safety Walks, and ensure adherence to all safety regulations and policies.
- ◆Conduct daily communication meetings with your team to safe information on Safety, Food Safety, Quality, and performance.
- ◆Ensure and promote a working environment dedicated to respect and engagement for all team members.
- ◆Develop training and cross-training plans for your team.
- ◆Complete administrative tasks including reviewing and approving PTO, manage disciplinary actions for team members as appropriate,
- ◆Maintain strong communication with all Production Supervisors across all shifts and proactively resolve issues by working directly with peers and other departments including Safety, Quality, Maintenance, Sanitation, Logistics, and Human Resources.
Qualifications
- ✓High school diploma or equivalent, Bachelor's degree preferred.
- ✓3+ years of Supervisory experience in a continuous manufacturing environment. Food manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
- ✓Ability to quickly identify key issues and use data-driven decisions to resolve those issues.
- ✓Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication across departments.
- ✓Proven ability to lead and develop team members.
- ✓Experience with implementing LEAN manufacturing principles and process improvement tools.
- ✓Knowledge of HACCP, GMPs, and food safety regulations preferred.
- ✓Able to meet all physical
requirements
for the role including sitting, walking, standing up to 5 hours, repetitive motion, bending, twisting, squatting, pulling, climbing, lifting and carrying up to 50lbs, and typing/Keyboard.
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Job DescriptionJob Description We're excited to announce an opening for our Production Supervisor who leads and drives performance and is accountable for the entire production area and assigned employees.
To be considered for an interview, please make sure your application is full in line with the job specs as found below.
Top Benefits
- •Work Schedule: 1st Shift (Start/end times may vary upon seasonal & departmental needs) with overtime flexibility.
- •Comprehensive Insurance: Medical, Prescription, Dental, Life Insurance, Long-Term/Short-Term Disability.
- •Financial Security: 401(k) with company match, Profit sharing.
- •Additional Perks: Paid Time Off, Eight paid holidays, Weekly pay cycle, Pie discounts, and more!
About Us: Gardner Pie Company is a dynamic and expanding family-owned business in Northeast Ohio, and part of a legacy dating back to 1945. At Gardner, we're not just a food manufacturing facility; we're a community staple committed to career growth and long-term employment. Our team is driven by a passion for excellence, with our employees' dedication at the core of our success. We aim to set industry standards with our commitment to quality, variety, and innovation.
Work Environment
Primarily in a food manufacturing environment. The facility contains the following food allergens: wheat, milk, soy, peanuts, tree nuts, and eggs.
Engagement & Equality
Regular team events, awards, and company picnics.
Join Our Dedicated Team - Apply Now for a Fulfilling Career at Gardner Pie Company!
Gardner Pie Company complies with a Drug Free Safety Program.
