Production Supervisor

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.

About the role

Key responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The essential functions of this job include, but are not limited to:

•  Efficiently execute the production schedule.

•  Develop and maintain efficient SOPs in collaboration with the site engineers.

•  Develop and maintain qualified personnel within the plant production department.

•  Communicate and enforce regulatory & Kerry standards within the plant.

•  Drive operational efficiency initiatives.

•  Manage the plant production department within budget.

•  Positive working environment driving a continuous improvement theme.

•  Work in collaboration with HSE officer to ensure a safe working environment.

•  Responsible for manufacturing product to specification.

•  Responsible for minimizing losses.

•  Ensure HSE programs are instituted and followed.

•  Management through KPIs.

•  Supervision of Operators.

Qualifications and skills

Key competencies:

•  Analytical skills.

•  Continuous improvement understanding.

•  Knowledge of lean manufacturing methodology.

•  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

•  Understanding of leadership and team development, motivation, coaching and influential skills.

•  Chemical plant operations experience a plus.

Education/Qualifications:

•  BS/MS in Engineering, Business, or equitant experience in a chemical/manufacturing plant environment.

Experience

•  4-10 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Nearest Major Market: Buffalo

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