Manufacturing Supervisor

Background & Purpose of the Job: This position is responsible for key aspects of the integrated manufacturing process. This position also has an overall business responsibility.   

• Performing all job functions in the safest manner possible.

• Performing all assigned steps in the production and packaging of product, including:

• Interviewing /Hiring – Supervisors are involved in the placement of employees.  This supervisor would ensure that Unilever interviewing/hiring expectations are met including screening, interviewing and orientation of new employees.

• Developing people – The Supervisor must ensure that training is managed in a way that positions the business to be as flexible as possible. 

• Link with HR – This function of this role is to work with HR to understand and determine people related objectives. 

• Maintain all documentation, manuals, invoices, purchase orders, and any other relevant paperwork. 

• Identify best practices as they apply to people. Examples could include but are not limited to line rotation patterns, time off requests administration, safety education, providing coverage for UMS.

• Ensuring that people feel connected to what’s happening through regular communication about the business; always taking a humanistic point of view when relating to or communicating with others.

Process

• Line performance – Supervisors are responsible for making sure that the day-to-day line issues are being addressed and the machine functions at optimum performance daily.

• Technical aptitude – Supervisors must be able to understand the production equipment and be able to solve mechanical problems.

• UMS Facilitation – Supervisors participate as active UMS leaders including focusing on continuous improvement and coordination of production floor tasks related to team projects.

• Line maintenance – it is the responsibility of the Supervisor to make sure that line maintenance is issued and completed. The Manufacturing Supervisor and the Maintenance Supervisor will need to work together and build a harmonious relationship so that the KPI for downtime can be achieved.

• Delegate work assignments with consistency– it will be the responsibility of the supervisor to delegate work assignments to the proper personnel. The supervisor will actively coach as well as follow-ups to ensure those assignments are being completed.

• Product quality – it is key that supervisors ensure production of a consistent and quality product at designated cost.

• Startups and changeovers – This role isvery important because of the demand/change of the business. Tasks include implementation of the changeover program, startup check sheets, refinement of the process, communicating, planning, production meetings, etc.

• Work with support departments – It is imperative that the Supervisor works hand in hand with the support departments so that KPIs can be met (e.g., HR, Logistics, QA, etc.). Must understand support department’s purpose.

• UMS, Visual Mgt., 5S – it is the responsibility of the Supervisor to engage in all aspects of UMS, Visual Management, and 5S. It will be important to engage in these activities so that we can show continual improvement in our manufacturing facilities.

• Coordinate, with production and freezer/warehouse departments, changeovers and moving of equipment to storage.

• Ability to navigate and use web-based programs such as Buildapp, Weever, Megamation, DFOS, SAP, Microsoft and SPC

Safety- Utilizeappropriate safety and environmental procedures for people, processes, materials, products and equipment to ensure a safe working environment for the whole team.

Environment-Reduce costs due to waste and minimize impact to health, safety and the environment through working to eliminate waste and through the correct management of waste and hazardous materials.

Quality- Ensure that all aspects of Quality within the area of responsibility are in accordance with local Quality procedures to protect the brand and product.

Leadership- Promote the development of a highly effective and autonomous team through strong communication, leading by example and conflict management, whilst keeping focused on goals and targets.

Coaching- Champion specific skills within the autonomous team and coach them to others in order to drive excellence.

Continuous Improvement- Use performance measures to identify and prioritize losses in production area. Apply rigorous Cost Deployment and the Zero loss concept to eliminate losses utilizingUMS. (UMS – Unilever Manufacturing Systems)

Problem Solving- Has the ability to identify, priorities and address problems using appropriate tools and techniques that eliminate recurrence.

Production Output- Agree production plan targets and review performance in order to drive functional goals at individual and team level.

Business Awareness- Understanding of the need to meet changing demands and the role of marketing and product innovation in growing the business and increasing the company’s share.

Administration- Collaborate with colleagues to arrange shift and break cover, induct new employees and address performance shortfalls to ensure that team resources can meet operational requirements.

What You’ll Need To Succeed:

Knowledge and skill requirements:

• College degree in a manufacturing related field preferred.

• Ability to communicate effectively with all personnel levels.

• Ability to read and interpret policies and procedures and ensure clear communication of them.

• Ability to maintainaccurate records and work on multiple tasks.

• Ability to make supervisory-level decisions.

• Ability to handle disciplinary actions and proper documentation.

• Must have a basic knowledge of technical machinery or process equipment.

• Must understand lubrication, sanitation, change-over, KPIs, new products, PM process.

• Must take ownership of a work center(s) in a UMS role

Working Environment:

Pay: The pay range for this position is $69,360 to $104,040. Unilever takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, qualifications and education, and other business and organizational needs.

Bonus: This position is bonus eligible.

Long-Term Incentive (LTI): This position is LTI eligible.

Benefits: Unilever employees are eligible to participate in our benefits plan. Should the employee choose to participate, they can choose from a range of benefits to include, but is not limited to, health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage), retirement savings benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, parental leave, sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, as well as access to numerous voluntary benefits. Any coverages for health insurance and retirement benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.