Production Supervisor

We Are Kerry:

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

Where You'll Work:

Our Seattle, WA location is part of our Liquid Beverage division and creates sweet syrups and sauce variations for Kerry customers and brands. You’ll be working in a state-of-the-art facility with a team that’s committed to helping each other succeed in their roles though structured training with committed and engaged leadership. Are you looking to build a career in manufacturing with a team you can have some fun with? With our engagement program, volunteer days and energetic culture, we might be the team for you! 

What You'll Do:

As Production Supervisor, you’ll be overseeing syrup, sauce and beverage production functions, with 20 to 40 direct reports. This is key to our success, and so are you!  Are coaching and developing employees something you’re passionate about? Do you have an eye for process efficiencies and continuous improvement? You’ll collaborate with other teams, coordinating production activities with procurement, maintenance, and quality control departments to achieve sustained and improved efficiencies. We strongly believe in “Safety First, Quality Always” for our employees, products, and customers. If this is something you feel passionate about, ensuring all employees uphold our quality and food safety procedures and policies, this may be the next great opportunity for you!
 
Key responsibilities: 

•  Support the SQF Food Safety and Quality System by implementing and following procedures, taking part in GMP inspections, conducting and/or participating in internal audits and management reviews and participating in training.
•  Interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, developing, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
•  Analyzes work orders to estimate employee hours and create equipment operating schedules that meet both internal and external needs.
•  Directs employees in adjusting machines and equipment to address products which fail to meet standards.
•  Develops capital equipment justifications for equipment, tools, and process technology to improve quality, cost, and cycle times.
 

What You'll Need to Succeed:

• A four-year degree preferred in engineering, food technology or business. 
• 2 to 5 years’ experience in beverage, pharmaceutical, chemical or related manufacturing.
• Understanding of continuous improvement and lean manufacturing methodology.
• Technical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of HACCP, SQF, GMP's, safety, sanitation and preventative maintenance preferred.
• Use of MS products, experience with SAP is preferred. 
• Team leadership and development. experience is desirable.
• Behavioral communication and interpersonal skills.

What's In It For You:

The typical hiring range for this role is $64,479. (minimum) to $78,954.. (75% range penetration) annually and is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, location, etc. In addition to your pay, Kerry offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and retirement contribution (all benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements).