Operations Supervisor, Packaging

Job ID: 7983 

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Newell Brands is a leading consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands like Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid®, Sharpie® and Yankee Candle® - and 24,000 talented teammates around the world. Our culture is built on values in action: Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership, and Leadership. We work together to win, grow, and make a real impact—supported by a high-performing, inclusive, and collaborative environment where you can be your best, every day. 

This Operations Supervisor is accountable for the safety, performance and direct supervision of the hourly associates.

Job Responsibilities

• Plan manpower assignments and ensure execution of the production schedules in support of the workload ensuring the most efficient and cost-effective use of both human and material resources to meet customer demands
• Confirm all required documentation and computer entries are completed accurately and in a timely fashion
• Provide employees in manufacturing with continuous coaching on proper techniques and procedures. Performs follow-up checks during the shift and provides management with feedback regarding the performance of individual employees
• Provide for safety and security of employees and Company property by ensuring a safe working environment and assuring that all operations follow all corporate policies and government regulations
• Handle all day-to-day supervisory responsibilities for personnel related to work performance evaluation, and disciplinary actions per company policy
• Responsible for meeting all company and department KPI’s
• Ensure product quality and that all manufacturing activities follow or exceed applicable quality procedures and standards. Must be able to recognize defects or errors in all production work centers
• Identify, document, and implement procedures to reduce costs, eliminate waste, and improve overall efficiency
• Attend and participate in twice per shift Daily Operations Review to discuss daily performance and actions to address challenges
• Elevate daily challenges when support is needed
• Communicate effectively with other department counterparts as well as Operations Manager daily

Skills and Abilities 

• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Experience with SAP management software systems
• Ability to achieve results through teamwork – open to diverse ideas, work inclusively and collaboratively, hold self and others accountable, and involve others to accomplish individual and team goals
• Able to deal with competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Able to drive results, set clear expectations, and solve problems
• Effective written, oral, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite software (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Continuous Improvement background

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to work overtime as needed or adjust shift as necessary
• Visual aptitude – must be able to see with or without correction
• Communication – ability to communicate verbally or non-verbally
• Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds
• Must be able to walk, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, reach and grasp for varying periods of time during a consecutive 12 hour period

Education/Experience                                                                                                      

• 3-5 years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Experience in high speed assembly and lean manufacturing or packaging operations preferred
• TQM, Team Building, self-directed work force experience preferred
• Experience in maintaining safety programs and developing ergonomic solutions

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.