Shift Supervisor

Job Summary

The Shift Supervisor main focus is  to lead the operations of our pellet mill during assigned shifts. This role is responsible for supervising a team, assigning tasks, and ensuring daily production, safety, and quality goals are met. This position is responsible for performing administrative tasks, assigning tasks to employees and oversee progress. This role requires strong leadership with the ability to drive results through effective coaching and development, while also fostering innovation by bringing new ideas to the team.

Duties and Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Oversight
Lead and supervise all team members during your assigned shift.
Assign and monitor tasks to ensure production targets and priorities are met.
Coach and develop team members to drive performance and ensure operational success.
Foster teamwork and promptly address interpersonal issues, escalating to the Production Manager as necessary.
Train new employees and cross-train existing employees transitioning into new roles.
Track individual training progress and report daily to the Production Manager.

Safety
Learn and enforce all safety policies and procedures through LMS training.
Train all team members on safety standards; ensure compliance at all times.
Mitigate risks by proactively identifying and addressing safety concerns.

Quality & Compliance
Ensure all required quality tests and audits are completed during your shift.
Track hourly quality check data and submit daily reports to the Production Manager.
Promote a culture of quality, ensuring all processes meet established standards.

Maintenance Coordination
Identify and report maintenance concerns to the on-shift maintenance technician.
Assist maintenance as needed to help resolve issues promptly during your shift.
Operational Excellence
Drive throughput and efficiency; work closely with your team to maximize tons/day output.
Promote and participate in continuous improvement efforts using Lean Manufacturing tools such as 5S, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), and Kaizen.
Utilize the 4 Pillars of Operational Discipline: Continuous Learning, Formality, Team Backup, and Questioning Attitude

Key Leadership Behaviors:
Demonstrate a strong sense of urgency and accountability.
Role model company values through behavior and decision-making.
Actively coach and develop the team to support long-term talent growth.
Communicate effectively across all levels and functions.
Embrace and drive a culture of continuous improvement.
Other duties as deemed necessary.

Qualification Requirements

Education:  Bachelor's degree in a related field.  

Work Experience: Five  (5) years related work experience.

Prior Supervisory experience in manufacturing.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong leadership and coaching skills
• Ability to build trust with team members
• Capacity to work collaboratively with diverse individuals
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong active listening skills
• Strong empathy (“caring”) and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Data tracking and reporting experience using basic digital tools (Excel, LMS systems, etc.).
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Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in temperatures below 32 degrees and above 100 degrees
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs
• Ability to work from heights
• Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness