Production Supervisor - Welch's
Lawton, MI
About the Job
Grow with Welch's!
**First Shift** Packaging
Welch's is on a journey towards our bold ambition of being the global-leader of convenient, good for you fruit-based food and beverages. To turn this goal into a reality we need you and other exceptionally talented, agile, and innovative individuals who are eager to contribute to something extraordinary!
Position Summary:
The Packaging Supervisor will supervise various packaging activities at specified safety, quality, production efficiency, and cost standards. Provides leadership, planning and resources to help create a high-performance work environment in manufacturing. Responsible for safety, sanitation, quality, productivity, cost, employee/labor relations, and more.
Where You'll Work
This role will be based out of our Lawton, MI 24/7 manufacturing plant.
What You'll Do:
- Promote and ensure the safety and quality of Welch's products by performing daily, weekly, and monthly reviews and audits of production areas and activities
- Auditing and reviewing of employee performance, HACCP and Food Safety paperwork, Time and Attendance, SOP's, GMPs, and more
- Supervise production personnel in the accomplishment of packaging objectives, while driving a culture of employee engagement
- Provide planning and direction to employees in daily operations of the department. This includes assigning responsibilities, coordinating work efforts, removing obstacles, monitoring performance, and driving for success
- Lead cost savings and continuous improvement initiatives
Who You Are:
- A proven leader who understands and shows ownership of their own duties as well as a broad sense of ownership of the performance of their department, plant, and company
- A proactive leader who takes the tactical and strategic steps to improve overall safety, quality, food safety, and plant performance
- A leader who is dedicated to improving themselves, others, and the company
- A team player who has the interpersonal skills to manage relationships within the plant, as well as provide feedback to team members in an effective and respectful manner
What You'll Need:
- A bachelor's degree, preferably with a focus of Operations Management, Supply Chain, or Engineering. An equivalent combination of education and experience that proves ability to perform role may be considered.
- Minimum 2+ years manufacturing experience. Experience in Food & Beverage Manufacturing is preferred.
- Prior experience in a people leadership role is required
Welch's is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We recognize the importance of diversity in hiring and building a dynamic, strong workforce. We are committed to the prevention of employment discrimination based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and/or military or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.
What You'll Enjoy:
- Organization with a bold, clear purpose & vision for the future
- Inclusive Culture: Be a part of an inclusive workplace where you not only belong but also have the opportunity to be the best version of yourself
- Passionate Community: You are encouraged to have a voice, share your opinions, and have individual impact on the success of the business
- Paid Time Off and Holidays: Available immediately for you to enjoy time away from the office to rest and recharge
- Paid Volunteer Time Off: 40 hours of paid volunteer time for all non-union employees
- Development & Advancement: Access to LinkedIn Learning as well as both formal and informal opportunities to develop and grow your career
- Compensation Package Consisting of Competitive Base Salary and Annual Incentive Plan (Bonus)
- 401K plan with Generous Company Match
- Flexible Benefits from your first day: Choose the benefits that meet your needs and preferences
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Accounts
- Life and accident insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Additional benefits available through Perks at Work
- Paid parental (and adoption) leave - Available after 12 months of employment
Welch's offers more than just a job - it's an opportunity to grow, innovate, and make a global impact with a passionate community.