Production Supervisor

at  Kerry

ABOUT KERRY

Kerry is the world’s leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers’ most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• College diploma, or University degree in an applicable field of study preferred
• 3-5 years of experience in a production environment (food manufacturing preferred).
• Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail, good communication, organization, prioritization, and time management skills.
• Experiencing managing sanitation activities preferred.
• Demonstrated success in developing/implementing continuous improvement initiatives and accountability programs. Lean manufacturing/Six Sigma experience preferred.

ABOUT THE ROLE

You’ll be overseeing the production function, with at least 20 – 40 direct reports. This is key to our success, and so are you. Are coaching and developing employees something you’re passionate about? Do you have an eye for process efficiencies and continuous improvement? You’ll collaborate with other teams, coordinating production activities with procurement, maintenance, and quality control departments to achieve sustained and improved efficiencies. We strongly believe in “Safety First, Quality Always” for our employees, products, and customers. If this is something you feel passionate about, ensuring all employees uphold our quality and food safety procedures and policies, this may be the next great opportunity for you!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the SQF Food Safety and Quality System by implementing and following procedures, taking part in GMP inspections, conducting and/or participating in internal audits and management reviews and participating in training.
• Interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, developing, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Analyzes work orders to estimate employee hours and create equipment operating schedules that meet both internal and external needs.
• Directs employees in adjusting machines and equipment to address products which fail to meet standards.
• Develops capital equipment justifications for equipment, tools, and process technology to improve quality, cost, and cycle times.