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

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01 - ISC Non-Engineering Pay Type Salary