Job description

Job Summary
GELITA USA is a global business that primarily produces gelatin and collagen peptides for use in the food, pharmaceutical, and health & nutrition industries.
GELITA USA is seeking a qualified individual to fill the position of Production Shift Supervisor in our Calumet City, Illinois location. They will supervise the daily operations of manufacturing while working on a rotating shift schedule. In addition, be able to cover other areas of the plant as needed. They will need to effectively communicate and enforce procedures, Safety, GMP, Housekeeping & 5S, Quality, and HACCP. The Production Shift Supervisor is focused on events within the next 12 -24 hours.
The ideal Production Shift Supervisor candidate should possess at least FIVE (5) years of supervisory experience, preferably in a continuous flow production environment, and have demonstrated a safety-first mindset and utilization of continuous improvement tools.
Essential Functions
The Production Shift Supervisor function must:

• Oversee the daily operation of the Manufacturing areas to ensure safety and quality
• Responsible for the supervision of production and off shift maintenance employees
• Monitor and ensure that the employees operate the equipment in accordance with established procedures to meet quality and throughput goals
• Monitor and ensure that the employees follow sanitation programs and procedures to meet GMP and quality goals
• Assist in troubleshooting equipment problems in coordination with the operator
• Coordinate training for operators for the various positions under your control
• Provide performance feedback and hold employees accountable through disciplinary action
• Provide input, assist in maintaining, and adhere to all current and applicable procedures (such as ISO and FSSC)
• Balance safety, quality, productivity, cost, and morale to achieve results in all areas: strives for continuous improvement
• Coordinate the manpower and material needs of the plant to facilitate production. Plan for scheduled absences by ensuring substituting personnel is prepared to operate the equipment in a safe and efficient manner while producing a quality product
• Direct maintenance work to minimize processing time lost
• Ensure effective employee relations. Resolve employee issues through problem resolution
• Ensure operators maintain current data on their respective white boards and other visual management tools
• Plan and facilitates daily pre-shift meetings with standard agenda, to include weekly crew meetings
• Become qualified in all plant equipment in assigned area and be proficient on the entire manufacturing process to provide guidance to operators
• Be able to demonstrate the use of the continuous improvement tools, such as 5Why, Fishbone, etc.
• Obtain a working knowledge and ability to enforce the Bargaining Unit Contract.

Job Requirements

• The preferred candidate for the Production Supervisor position will have:
• A High School diploma or GED; A degree in a technical area is preferred
• Minimum of FIVE years of supervisory experience with proven leadership and management skills.
• The availability to work a rotating shift schedule (days, nights, weekdays, weekends, holidays)
• Above average interpersonal skills to maintain constructive relationships
• Experience working in a Union environment is preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Mechanical aptitude and be proficient in troubleshooting complex issues
• Computer proficiency and the ability to quickly learn programs such as MS Office 365 and other in-house programs is a must

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Available Benefits_

• Bonus Program
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Group term life insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Dr. On Demand Virtual Care
• Identity Theft Protection
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Weekly
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance

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If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment.
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For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS

Job Type: Full-time

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