Shift Supervisor(Exempt)Company Overview: Ethos Pet Brands is the parent company of Natural Balance® and Canidae® pet brands. By joining forces under Ethos Pet Brands, these premium pet food brands strengthen their commitment to delivering the highest quality nutrition. We believe in the power of strong brands to connect with pet parents and create meaningful experiences. The Shift Supervisor will work out of our Brownwood, TX facility and report to the Operations Manager. The key responsibilities and duties of this position include, but are not limited to:Due to the scope and needs of manufacturing operations, this position is an onsite-based position and is not eligible for remote work.The Shift Supervisor will work out of our Brownwood, TX facility and report to the Operations Manager. The key responsibilities and duties of this position include, but are not limited to:
- Oversee day to day activities of the manufacturing facility to ensure safety and operational performance to delivered daily
- Manage staff and equipment to schedules (including timecard approval), reduce/eliminate downtime, and train employees appropriately per position
- Oversee batching: ensure schedule is batched as required, train new employees as required in batching
- Analyze and solve work and equipment problems alerting maintenance as required
- Oversight of the extrusion, grinding and packaging operators
- Inventory management & upkeep; coordinate to meet timing and expectations of inventory to the floor
- Develop & improve processes, standard operating procedures, and training materials to meet specifications, ensure quality and meet attainment to schedule
- Drive 5S and continuous improvement initiatives, including cleaning all floor areas
- Escalate and coordinate with teams when needed to resolve issues and maintain floor output
- Ensure everything is being maintained and documented properly through the entire process according to HAACP requirements and company standards
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs
- Other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
- Able to work in extreme heat and cold
- Ability to be on your feet a majority of the day
- Must be willing to submit a background check and pre-employment drug screening
- Must be eligible to work in the US
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Prior experience working on the floor of a production facility
- Minimum 3 years pf experience in Pet Food
- 3 to 5 years of experience in people management in a manufacturing setting
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Ability to push, pull, carry, and lift 50 to 75 lbs
- Ability to remain in a stationary position for up to 8 hours
- Ascend/descend a ladder or stairs daily
- Ability to operate a computer and other office technology
- Occasionally position self to access low spaces
- Ability to observe details at close range
- Must be able to work in extreme hot and cold temperatures
- Must be able to work out of the office during regular business hours
- Must be able to relay accurate information via multiple communication vehicles including verbal and written mechanisms
BENEFITS
- 401K matching
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability
- HSA & FSA
- Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistant Program
- Referral Program
- And more!
Ethos is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.