Production (Food) Supervisor, Rotational Shift
1st Shift: April - August (6:00am - 4:00pm)
2nd Shift: September - March (4:00pm - 2:00am), 10% shift premium while on 2nd shift
($70,000 - $90,000 with a $2,000 Signing Bonus)
At EW Grobbel, we have been proudly delivering high quality food for 140 years. As one of Crain's "50 Fastest Growing Companies in Detroit," we're ready to be a national powerhouse. We're looking for a highly skilled Production Supervisor that will be responsible for managing production employees in a fast-paced, high volume, non-union, manufacturing environment. You will lead a team to identify problems or bottlenecks in production processes and resolve issues. Most importantly, you will be responsible for creating an engaged and team-oriented work force. This is an ACTIVE position with 100% of time being on the plant floor (standing, walking, climbing stairs). This is not an office position.
Our ideal candidate will have extensive experience in plant production operations, supervision, employee development, and progressive discipline. Most importantly, he/she will have a proven track record of mentorship and team building. If you have an innate understanding of what makes people tick and want to deliver solutions that make a difference, we would love to meet you.
Objectives of this Role:
Assist with production goals and communicate the goals to the production staff
Ability to communicate with all levels of the organization
Oversee and coach employees
Identify issues in efficiency and suggest improvements
Check production output according to specifications
Make sure that employees are trained/ cross-trained and understand and follow work instructions
Work on continuous improvement and efficiency of each operation
Enforce safety guidelines and company standards
The position is very hands-on and supervisors are usually on the plant floor about 100% of the shift
Ability to directly supervise 40+ employees in the manufacturing department
Skills and Qualifications:
5+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing setting required
Proven leadership, persuasive, initiative, analytical, and communications skills are necessary for the success in this position
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma
Associates degree preferred
Food safety training will be provided and is not required for employment
English-Spanish bilingual preferred
At EW Grobbel, here are just some of the benefits you'll enjoy:
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance benefits
Paid holidays & vacation time
Quarterly bonuses
Matching contribution to 401 (k) plan
Individual leadership development
About EW Grobbel
EW Grobbel is a family food company that was established in 1883. Headquartered in Detroit's historic Eastern Market, EW Grobbel specializes in whole muscle meat proteins and pickle products. We are best known as "America's Oldest Corned Beef Specialist". We supply our products to thousands of locations around the United States.
The foundation of the organization is centered on growing and developing each employee, both personally and professionally while producing premium quality food products. As an employee of EW Grobbel, you will be part of a fast paced, high performance team, driven by employee engagement and powered by work precision.
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