Production Supervisor

We are currently looking for a qualified and dependable 3rd Shift Production Supervisor for our Rosedale, MS location.

We are a lubricant manufacturer with plants in Rosedale, MS, Schertz, TX and Tulsa, OK. We are part of the international growing lubricant company, Axel Christiernsson with locations in Sweden, France and the Netherlands.

To find out more about Axel Americas and Axel Royal, please visit our website at axelch.com.

No walk-ins or calls please. If you meet the criteria below, we would love to hear from you!

JOB SUMMARY:

The Production Supervisor is responsible for assisting in all areas of daily operations of AXEL’s grease manufacturing plant. Specifically, this is a hands-on supervisor who oversees grease production and packaging employees; plans and assigns work, implements policies and procedures and recommends improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures and working conditions. This position must maintain the highest standard of quality, integrity and safety in all areas of production from manufacturing to shipping.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provide leadership and direction to the plant production team members in areas of safety, machine operation, sanitation, quality, customer service and maintenance.
• Maintain a clear understanding of company expectations for accuracy, quality and timelessness and develop methods for meeting or exceeding those expectations.
• Review production orders or schedules to ascertain product data such as types, quantities, and specifications of products and scheduled delivery dates in order to plan department operations.
• Ensure that quality standards are maintained and continually improved upon.
• Implement continuous improvement processes that increase productivity and reduce production costs.
• Ensure the preventative maintenance program is implemented throughout the facility, including manufacturing equipment and warehouse equipment.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment in the plant with a high standard on housekeeping.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Experience and Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills, both written and verbal
• Leadership: a demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others.
• Supervision, including employee hiring and retention, performance review and discipline.
• An ability to balance and achieve positive results in the areas of safety, quality, productivity, cost and employee relations.
• Problem analysis and resolution.
• Strong team player.
• Strong “hands on” mechanical aptitude.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or five years plant/general supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• A minimum of two (2) years of direct supervisory experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORKING CONDITIONS:

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, including filled pails or cases and mechanical handling of filled drums

Must be capable of working overtime with little notice, as needed
Related keywords: production supervisor, supervisor, production manager, manager, manufacturing

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overnight shift
• Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Rosedale, MS 38769: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to take a drug screen and background check upon job offer?

Experience:

• Supervisory: 2 years (Required)

Shift availability:

• Overnight Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,000 - $65,000