Night Production Supervisor

The supervisor is a paid position and will lead production employees in all aspects of production including, delegating work assignments, prioritizing duties and scheduling employees to optimize production and sanitation functions as needed. A general knowledge and understanding of the Spray Drying production processes and excellent communication skills are essential to the successful fulfillment of the position requirements.

• Ensure all quality standards and procedures are maintained. Administer all quality procedures, GMPs, HACCP programs, environmental sanitation and housekeeping.
• Responsible for ensuring food safety and legality.
• Prepare manufacturing performance reports and track metrics.
• Involvement with cross-functional teams to build a culture of operational excellence in processing, productivity, Good Manufacturing Practices, safety and quality.
• Oversee the appropriate training of new and current employees.
• Schedule production associates in a manner that achieves plant efficiency
• Review systems and processes to make appropriate recommendations to improve methods, equipment performance, utilization of personnel, quality of product and safety objectives.
• Serve as a technical resource to address and resolve inquires and problems regarding production, quality and safety as necessary.
• Ensure the completion of all required paperwork including records, sanitation, inspection, inventory, charts and maintenance work orders.
• Administration of related company policies and procedures.
• Active involvement in safety.
• Assist Quality with investigations, RCA and CAPAs.
• Perform other duties as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree or a minimum of 3 years leadership experience with knowledge of drying powder systems is preferred
• Must possess the skills needed to plan, organize, direct and motivate people to ensure potential for further advancement through professional development
• Must have a proven track record as as key decision maker
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and an ability to work independently and take initiative to drive success, required
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and 5S organization is a plus

Balchem is committed to a workplace culture that values and promotes diversity, inclusion, equal employment opportunities, and a work environment free of harassment and hostility.

Balchem is an Equal Opportunity Employer.