Job Description

Description

Since 1948 Follett Products, LLC has led the industry in designing and manufacturing high quality, innovative ice storage bins, ice storage and transport systems, ice machines, ice and water dispensers, ice and beverage dispensers, and medical-grade refrigerators and freezers for the foodservice and healthcare industries.

Follett has a great opportunity for a Production Supervisor (1st Shift) to join our team!

Position Summary:

This position supervises the activities of production personnel engaged in all aspects of the manufacturing function. Specific responsibilities include communicating job expectations, planning and monitoring work, appraising job results, and managing an assigned workforce. Key accountabilities include meeting production schedules by establishing priorities, allocating necessary staff, and revising schedules as necessary. the Productions Supervisor is also responsible for identifying and implementing quality and continuous initiatives.

Essential Functions:

· Maintains staff results by communicating job expectations; planning and monitoring work; appraising job results; coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; enforcing policies and procedures; assisting employees in solving problems; training employees.

· Performs all supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and procedures, collective bargaining agreement and applicable employment laws.  

· Implements appropriate discipline per the collective bargaining agreement and company guidelines recommending termination of employment when necessary. 

· Responsible for responding to work-related issues and emergencies as appropriate promptly regardless of the time of day.

· Maintains staff by orienting and training employees.

· Maintains workflow by reassigning work; facilitating corrective actions and employee transfers; fostering a spirit of cooperation between departments. 

· Completes production schedules by assigning employees; establishing priorities; monitoring progress; recommending revisions to schedule; resolving problems; reporting results.

· Maintains and approves all work records utilizing automated time & attendance system for attendance and payroll applications. 

· Maintains safe and clean work environment by educating and directing employees on the use of PPE, tools, equipment, and resources; maintaining compliance with established policies and procedures.

· Maintains working relationship with the union by following the terms of the collective bargaining agreement.

· Maintains quality service by enforcing organization standards.

· Ensures operation of equipment and tools by calling for repairs; evaluating new equipment and techniques; requisitioning new tools and equipment. 

· Provides manufacturing information by compiling production performance records and data; answering questions and responding to requests.

· Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, seminars, etc.; participating in professional societies; reviewing professional publications.

· Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

· Know and follow procedures and policies relevant to job functions and Follett.

Requirements

Qualifications: 

· Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management or the Sciences/Engineering or relevant manufacturing/production experience.

· Bilingual (Spanish) a plus.

· 5+ years of experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.

· 3+ years of supervisory experience; in a union environment a plus.

· Experience with electro/mechanical product assembly and refrigeration experience a plus.

· Demonstrated participation in lean manufacturing, 6Sigma and/or continuous improvement initiatives.

· Proficiency using Microsoft Word and Excel. 

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

· Ability to work rotating 10-hour shift for three weeks (6 a.m. – 4 p.m.) and an 8-hour shift for one week (6 a.m. – 2 p.m.)

Other:

Physical Requirements: 

· Work Environment: Office/exposure to non-temperature controlled manufacturing environment. 

· Ability to use keyboard on computer, office equipment such as phone, copier, etc.

· Extended periods of walking.

· Noise level: medium

If you meet the position’s qualifications and are looking for an exciting and challenging career with growth opportunities, then Follett is the place for you. Follett Products, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants.