Ottumwa, IA
16 days ago
Production Supervisor

As a Production Supervisor at KDP you are empowered to drive best in class results. You have responsibility for the overall operating performance of the production process on your shift. You will provide leadership and direction for your team in a manufacturing facility that operates multiple high speed production lines.

Shift & Schedule: This is a full time position on 2nd shift working 12:00pm to 9:30pm, Monday-Friday. Flexibility for additional coverage outside of these hours, including potential weekends and/or holidays, is also required as needed. 

The ideal candidate will drive results through employee engagement, monitoring operational process, identifying continuous improvement opportunities, exercising lean manufacturing principles, working beside key stakeholders from all departments to optimize efficiencies.

We provide a rich environment of opportunities to collaborate with plant management and build strategic plans for moving the business forward. Additionally, we foster a culture of individual development and growth to prepare and guide supervisors for career advancement. Professional mentoring is how we achieve and sustain results.    

Having said that; our highest priority is employee safety. Everything we do is done with a relentless pursuit of getting our employees home to their families safely every day.

What you will do:

Ensures a safe workplace is maintained and there is a safety mindset in all things we do.Supervise up to 20 or more production employees.Hires, schedules and supervises full time staff and additional temporary staff.Follows all policies, ergonomic standards and safety requirements directed by Keurig Dr Pepper and the department.Oversees all process documentation and training program procedures to assure consistency of operational tasks, and the safety and cleanliness of the workplaceEnsures a quality product is being produced and all quality processes are being followed.Works directly with Quality Control, Engineering, Maintenance, and Facilities on projects to improve quality, streamline efficiencies and reduce operating expensesTracks productivity for measured shift efficiency and improvementOperates at or below the budgeted cost for production utilizing lean manufacturing procedures and cross trainingOversees adherence to inventory control procedures to ensure inventory accuracy goals are constantly achievedPerforms timely quarterly and annual reviews for all front line Keurig Dr Pepper staffResponsibility to report food safety, quality and regulatory compliance to plant or division personnel with authority to initiate action.Responsible for ensuring the production of a safe, wholesome and quality product and requires trained designees when applicablePerforms other duties as requested by management

Ensure high performance results of your team by:

Fostering a culture of trust and wellbeing that prioritizes the team and values employee contributionsDriving a shared vision with clear goals and accountability, supported by regular conversations to maximize talentEmbracing diverse perspectives to foster innovation, learning from both successes and failuresEstablishing a safe environment where team members are motivated, heard, and aligned with clear expectations Total Rewards Compensation: This is an exempt, salaried position paid on a biweekly cycle. Compensation is flexible and determined by the candidate's experience level.   Benefits, subject to election and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Paid Time Off (including paid parental leave, vacation, and sick time), 401k with company match, Tuition Reimbursement, and Mileage ReimbursementAnnual bonus based on performance and eligibilityBenefits eligible Day 1! Requirements

Qualifications: 

H.S. Diploma Required, Bachelor Degree in a related field preferredMust have a minimum of 2 years' supervisory level experience in a manufacturing environment,  preferably in the food and beverage industryExperience with lean manufacturing, pull and visual systems and clear understanding of TQM and use of tools and data for problem solving, decision making and continuous improvement requiredProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word with demonstrated knowledge of productivity trackingExperience with SAP or similar system preferredMust be comfortable developing and conducting group presentations to employees and management.Provides current, direct, complete and “actionable” positive and corrective feedback to others Company Overview

Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with a portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partners brands and powerful distribution capabilities to provide a beverage for every need, anytime, anywhere. We operate with a differentiated business model and world-class brand portfolio, powered by a talented and engaged team that is anchored in our values. We work with big, exciting beverage brands and the #1 single-serve coffee brewing system in North America at KDP, and we have fun doing it! 
 
Together, we have built a leading beverage company in North America offering hot and cold beverages together at scale. Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation, and growth. Will you join us? 
 
We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team of ~28,000 employees to grow and develop.  We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.
 
Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. Keurig Dr Pepper recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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