Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Edgewell is not just a company, but a vibrant global community of 6,800 visionaries, doers, and makers. Our family of over 25 personal care brands serves people in more than 50 countries. We are dedicated to infusing joyfulness into every aspect of our work. Our pledge goes beyond our products, with our fundamental value of People First guiding us to foster a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment where every team member can flourish and celebrate our shared achievements.

Position Summary

The Fem Care Supervisor is responsible for effectively leading and developing a team to accomplish the organizations goals and objectives.  Must be able to solve problems and make good, timely decisions, exhibit company core values, and be a change agent for continuous improvement.

This position will have a 2nd shift schedule (M-F 3pm - 11pm) at our Feminine Care manufacturing plant in Dover, DE. May require flexibility for coverage on adjacent shifts.

Specific Accountabilities

• Works in conjunction with Fem Care Senior Supervisor and other department leaders on shift, to provide direction/leadership in the achievement of established goals.
• Leads and/or facilitates improvement efforts/special projects related to Safety, Quality, Lean, Production, etc.
• Maintains working knowledge of schedules, safety, quality, cost, material utilization, and efficiency/OEE.
• Develops and coordinates production/maintenance schedules and manpower planning.
• Analyze costs, material utilization, and inventory levels to resolve variances. Develops necessary controls to monitor these areas.
• Review of daily overtime list/cost per budget levels
• Optimizes flexibility of human resources, processes and equipment.  Man, Method, and Machine.
• Directs day-to-day support services, including maintenance, to insure continuous and effective production operations.
• Review Data collection system (Ignition) with Maintenance Supervisors to identify issues and possible solutions
• Understands and directs safety and housekeeping and environmental initiatives within assigned area.
• Develops, administers and/or presents hourly colleague training.
• Provides regular performance feedback; Responsible for all disciplinary actions up and including terminations.
• Support training initiatives to develop pathways to increase teammate skill sets
• Provides direct leadership to ensure conformity with company policies and work rules.
• Understands and champions team initiatives, driving team engagement using our company values.
• Supports CI, 5S and Lean Manufacturing efforts.
• Promotes safety programs and safe work practices through involvement projects and initiatives
• Demonstrates a pro-active and creative approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.
• Lead/Support Failure Investigations and CAPA’s, using Root Cause analysis methodology.
• Promotes high level performance of hourly associates through the use of continuous improvement training, performance appraisals, and/or corrective action techniques.

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelors Degree in Operations Management, Engineering or other appropriate fields, OR equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• 3+ years Supervisory or Lead experience required, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
• Computer skills: SAP, Microsoft Office, Excel, and working knowledge of production data systems.
• Good technical understanding or mechanical skills.
• Experience and/or knowledge of use of Lean principles or techniques such as TPM, 5S, etc.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Working Relationships

Reports to Fem Care Superintendent and works in conjunction other Supervisor(s) and department leaders on shift, to provide direction/leadership in the achievement of established goals. May work on projects with Safety, Quality, Continuous Improvement, and/or Operations.

Work Environment

• Ability to primarily work the off-shifts, and be flexible on working hours, as the business deems necessary.
• Personal Protective Equipment as required by OSHA regulations and company policies
• Fast-paced, high-speed manufacturing environment

The salary range for this position is $68,000 - $102,000. Actual base salary offered to a candidate may vary based upon factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, base salary of internal peers, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, the competitive compensation package may include, depending on the role, participation in an incentive program linked to performance. 

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Edgewell is an equal opportunity employer. We do all we can to create a collaborative and diverse global team, where good ideas can thrive, and our colleagues can learn and lead. We prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, marital or parental status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. We listen deeply and speak directly to create an environment that’s open to difference. We aim to bring joy to not only the products we create and the people we serve, but our colleagues across the globe too.