The Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the production process to ensure our manufacturing and packaging operations meet quality standards.
The Production Supervisor is a key member of the management team and will be responsible for making sure the Company meets its production targets and operates efficiently.
This position is being offered 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with required training on 1st Shift.
Based out of our Monroe Township, NJ facility, this position is onsite five days per week.
MEASURES OF SUCCESS:
- Responsible for creating production plans and schedules, determining production goals, and ensuring the team has the resources to meet production targets.
- Evaluating machine resources to ensure continued production and minimal downtime.
- Trains employees in company policies and procedures, and in the proper and safe use of equipment and tools.
- Responsible for hiring, training, and supervising production staff, including identifying staffing needs and ensuring that the team has skills and resources they need to succeed.
- Documents and reports production and personnel data as required.
- Identify areas for improvement to continually optimize the production process to increase efficiency and reduce cost.
- Make recommendations to improve operations and efficiency and reduce cost.
- Ensures production processes meets quality standards, identifying and resolving production problems, and implementing improvements to the production process.
- Stays up to date on new processes, equipment, and industry practices.
- Performs other duties as required.
IDEAL CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- 4 plus years of prior supervisory experience in a manufacturing or packaging environment.
- Familiarity with industry-standard equipment and technical expertise.
- Demonstrate strong management skills, drive, and a willingness to “roll up their sleeves” to get the job done.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
- Effective team building skills, proven ability to deliver results, strong ability to multi-task andnprioritize, and the ability to effectively manage conflict, and maintain strong employee relations.
- Effective PC skills required (Microsoft Office)
- Should expect to be highly visible on the production floor.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, evening, and/or weekends.
- Bilingual – English/Spanish a plus.
At Central Garden & Pet (NASDAQ: CENT and CENTA), we believe home is at the center of our lives, and our employees are driven by our purpose to nurture happy and healthy homes. Our company is made up of thousands of people across North America, with an emerging footprint across the U.K., Mexico, China, and Canada - all dedicated to helping gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. We are united by our mission to lead the future of the garden and pet industries…one blade of grass and one wagging tail at a time. Visit our website at
www.central.com to learn more.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.