Kellogg Ammonia Plant - First Line Supervisor

Position Summary:

The First Line Supervisor works to achieve operational targets and standards by directing hourly employees to complete tasks that have a direct impact on overall results within assigned job area(s).

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Ensure assigned tasks are achieved through supervision of direct reports

* Plan and administer procedures and budgets in compliance with collective bargaining agreement

* Lead and direct the workforce in problem identification, problem solving, and implementing continuous improvement measures

* Engage team leaders and employees to improve department/area processes and performance

* Manage overall performance within a 10-20 employee department (adherence to standard work, attendance, safety, code of conduct, etc.) to achieve expected standards in the areas of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Productivity and Cost

* Ensure compliance with all health, safety and environmental regulations, which includes protecting the environment and community

* Interview, select, and provide training for team leaders and employees

* Create a work environment conducive to employee morale and motivation to accomplish performance objectives

* Manage performance including setting/adjusting pay rates, rewarding/recognizing, and disciplining

* Communicate with team leaders daily and make decisions on issues related to productivity

* Communicate daily with other shifts and peers regarding safety, quality, productivity, staffing, equipment, and continuous improvement activities

* Act as the first point of contact for team leaders in escalation process of problems/concerns

* Communicate Advan Six Operating System principles to employees to improve their understanding and execution

* Communicate and conduct performance appraisals, both formal and informal

* Drive the creation and improvement of standardized work

* Audit team leaders standardized work to ensure adherence to standard processes and procedures

* Make departmental decisions around waiving or deviating established procedures, considering all safety, environmental, or operational protocols and requirements

* Conduct training and audit standardized work

* Manage and adjust employee work schedules

* Establish and share best-in-class manufacturing processes

* Lead and execute the 5S activities to maintain the area to standard

* Drive a continuous improvement culture by instilling Plan, Do, Check, Act methodology

* Constantly search for improvement and continually seek to eliminate waste

* Evaluate, address, and support employee suggestions and ideas for continuous improvement

* Practice rapid-problem solving processes to ensure corrective action at the appropriate level

* Execute the escalation process, as appropriate

Basic Qualifications:

* High school diploma or equivalent required;
Associate's or bachelor's degree in a technical or related field preferred

* 2-5 years of relevant experience, experience in a manufacturing, industrial, and/or chemical plant environment preferred

* Supervisory experience preferred

* Experience working in a Kellogg Ammonia Plant preferred

Additional Qualifications:

* Experience working in a 24/7 operation preferred

* Experience working on a rotating shift preferred

* May require working in adverse weather conditions (cold, hot, humid, rain, snow, etc.)

* Knowledge of and experience working in chemical process operations preferred

* Experience working in a unionized environment preferred

* Strong commitment to safety

* Knowledge and demonstrated use of Six Sigma Lean tools preferred

* Computer proficiency in ERP/ Timekeeping (SAP/RF, Kronos preferred), and Microsoft Office

* Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

* Demonstrated mechanical and electrical aptitude

* Demonstrated leadership skills

* Demonstrated ability to motivate others to achieve safety and productivity goals

* Demonstrated conflict resolution skills

* Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment

* Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a unionized environment

* Demonstrated ability to initiate and implement change

The expected base pay for this position is $86,400 - $129,600