Supervisor, Production - Shift to be determined

Premium Waters, Inc. is a growing company in a growing industry and is proud to offer an outstanding lineup of great-tasting, healthy, clean drinking water including Chippewa Springs, Glacier Clear, Glenwood-Inglewood Spring Water, Kandiyohi Premium Water, Nature’s Crystal Spring Water, Nicolet Natural Water and Water Joe.

Whether it is through one of our popular brands of water or our private label services, we are committed to providing the highest quality product and becoming the number one bottled water company in the industry. There are several defining qualities that filter through the individuals, teams, departments and locations that represent Premium Waters. These shared values and practices connect us and help make Premium Waters a great place to work.

Responsibilities:

The Production Supervisor will be responsible for managing shift leads, production department, injection molding, warehouse and related maintenance activities. You will be responsible for maintaining a safe work group that is focused on safety, quality, customer service, people development, and producing a high-quality product. Knowledge of maintenance and troubleshooting is a plus. This role will provide the successful candidate with the opportunity to gain a well-rounded base of experience in both operations and management. 

*This is a true hands-on position; majority of the time is spent on the production floor. 

*Work schedule has not been determined but some work hours will include night shift and it will be discussed during the interview.*

*Successful candidates will be required to work one day either (Saturday or Sunday) as part of their regular work schedule.*

*The pay range is ($65K - $78K) and compensation will be determined based on experience.*

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Must have 4+ years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience with a beverage, food or liquid consumer products manufacturer is a plus.
• Knowledge with GMP’s, sanitation standards and FDA requirements is preferred.
• Knowledge of several lines of equipment, e.g., blow molder, fillers, labelers, palletizers, conveyors, injection molding and water processing.
• Demonstrate a strong knowledge of Lean manufacturing practices and maintain a continuous improvement mindset.
• Knowledge of SQF Code and requirements is preferred but not required.
• Flexible hours to manage multiple shifts.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Be a driver of the Premium Waters Culture, understanding that people are our most important asset.
• Lead and supervise with empathy, consistency, and accountability.
• Supervisory experience is required
• Experience with MS Office, Excel, and Power Point is required and J.D. Edwards software experience is preferred but not required.
• Exceptional communication skills – oral and written.
• HAACP and PCQI certified preferred but not required. Must be able to become HAACP and PCQI certified once employed.

Essential Job Duties:

• Lead with an unwavering safety-first mindset by relentlessly reinforcing safe behaviors every minute of every day, providing continuous coaching, and consistently holding all employees accountable to established safety policies and procedures.
• Assist with our annual SQF audit, including resolution of non-conformances and corrective actions.
• Experience in training operators in equipment standard operational procedures.
• Ensure on time delivery of our products to internal customers as dictated by the production schedule.
• Assist and develop SOPs when needed.
• Enforce and maintain organization and cleanliness throughout the facility.
• Ensure the proper maintenance, care, and safe operation of all machinery, tools, forklifts, racking, and other facility equipment.
• Communicate promptly and effectively with management team members regarding any issues, concerns, changes, or operational needs.
• Drive OEE improvement by maximizing equipment availability, performance, efficiency, and product quality.
• Verification of electronic time sheets for accuracy relating to hours worked by employees.
• Supervise, direct, and motivate the efforts of personnel in the Production area of responsibility.
• Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as needed. 
   

Non-Essential Job Duties 

Will perform other related work as required. 

In the absence of this employee, the direct manager or appointee will cover responsibilities. 

Physical Demands: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Sitting - Approximately 10% of the time 

Standing - Approximately 60% of the time 

Walking - Approximately 60% of the time 

Bending/Stooping - Frequently 

Push/Pull - Frequently 

Carrying/Lifting up to 50 lbs. - Frequently 

Verbal communication - Frequently 

Written communication - Frequently 

Hearing normal conversation - Frequently 

Sight, including near acuity and depth perception - Frequently