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First Line Production Supervisor

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Overview

Cargill operates some of the most technologically advanced plants in the world. We depend on creative, responsible and hardworking individuals like you to keep them running smoothly. We’re looking for trustworthy, safety-minded leaders who are seeking a fulfilling career. As a Production Supervisor, you’ll implement and execute all production processes at the plant for operations, safety, people and the business. Your responsibilities will include following safety principles, executing scheduled customer orders, maintaining tool accountability and sanitation and performing HR duties. Successful Production Supervisors will demonstrate ownership and problem-solving skills while also creating an including and engaging environment at their plant. Discover how your work can nourish the world and help you thrive.

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  • Goal-oriented
  • Proactive
  • Efficient
  • Results-driven
  • Leadership
  • Responsible
  • Organized
  • Problem-solver
  • Quick-thinking
  • Productive

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Benefits

Compensation & Pay Equity

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I have been given the opportunity to voice my thoughts and ideas in efforts to make our process safer and more efficient.”

Bianca C., Production Supervisor

Cargill has empowered me by giving me an opportunity to succeed, and they continue to give me a lot of responsibility. I lead the type of team I would like to work on - what is more empowering than that?”

Kimberly H., Production Supervisor

This job is focused on innovation and is full of challenges. You will feel enriched and feel proud of your achievements.”

Sandy Zhao, APAC, Refinery Production Supervisor

Working in operations is always a challenge! In addition to the volume and efficiency goals to be controlled and beat daily, we have an environment where priorities change with good speed. It is also a medium where there are a large number of people - human interaction is intense. If you like an environment full of changes, with a lot of technology, challenges, and human relationships, this is the place; this is where everything happens.”

Jakeline Parreira, LATAM, Production Manager – CSST ST.

Cargill grows an inclusive & entrepreneurial spirit. Dare to be you and make it happen in a safe, responsible and sustainable way.”

Cyrille Dreux, EMEA, Deputy Plant Manager

Cargill gives me all the opportunities to grow and trusts me to do what is best for us all.”

Thom Van Gerwe, EMEA, Junior Production Supervisor

Cargill provides an environment in operations where you are empowered to deliver great performance, for your team and yourself. Cargill also gets you the autonomy to drive results in safety, food safety and environment which contribute to develop your team and owns skills.”

David Lachevre, EMEA, Responsible Production

Freedom to take initiative, responsibility early in your career and support where needed: the recipe to create your own future”

Martin Blommestijn, EMEA, Plant Superintendent, Multiseed Plant

What differentiates us at Cargill is the respect and teamwork that we have within the company. It’s full of support and mentorship which provides great opportunity for professional learning and development. ”

Sabine Wilhelm, EMEA, Site Manager

First Line Production Supervisor

Job ID 286714 Date posted 04/04/2024

Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill's global team of 160,000 employees who are committed to safe, responsible and sustainable ways to nourish the world. This position is in Cargill’s animal nutrition and health business, where we improve lives through better nutrition. Our team researches, innovates and creates solutions that deliver healthy results for our customers.


Job Purpose and Impact

The First Line Production Supervisor will provide strategic operational oversight for all production operating facilities with moderate presence in multiple regions or moderate degree of complexity. In this role, you will oversee and hold operating facilities accountable to standards for safety, quality, operational effectiveness and financial performance.

Key Accountabilities

  • Ensure operations perform within Cargill safety expectations. Conducts training with operators on CT’s relating to their work areas.
  • Execute routine operations of assigned area, ensuring direct reports are following policies and procedures related to employee, food and feed safety and environmental compliance.
  • Monitor production outcomes, quantity, and quality to ensure customer and food safety requirements are within specifications.
  • Participate in the preparation of the daily production schedule to ensure most efficient schedule created reduces downtime and fills customer orders at 100%.
  • Partner with production supervisors to meet customer specifications and timeline.
  • Develop operational plans and monitors routine operations for all production processes for multiple departments, processes and shifts.
  • Develop, supervise, and provide coaching to direct reports including coaching company core values and guiding principles for assigned facilities or region.
  • Responsible for personnel decisions related to hiring, performance and disciplinary actions for your direct reports. You will also spend time completing the same tasks as employees on your team.
  • Conducts RCA activities with team to improve opportunities.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience
  • Minimum one year of related work experience.
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Preferred Qualifications
  • One year of supervisory experience
  • Lean Six Sigma

Additional Job Details

  • Relocation assistance can be provided for this position.
  • Accepting applications until job is filled and/or 60 days from April 4th

Compensation
The expected salary for this position is $70,000.00 - $87,000.00. This position is eligible for a discretionary incentive award. The incentive award amount is dependent upon company performance and your personal performance.

Benefits
Full-Time (30+ hours) positions are eligible for a benefit package including the following (subject to certain collective bargaining agreements for Union positions): Paid time off; paid holidays; medical, vision and dental coverage; flexible spending accounts; life insurance; disability insurance; retirement savings; employee and family assistance program (EAP)


Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet.

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