POSITION SUMMARY:

Assist Production Manager in maintaining production at desired level while adhering to strict safety, food safety, and quality standards. Under the direction of the Production Manager, supervise employees, perform department activities such as orientation and training, safe equipment operation and troubleshooting, and optimum allocation of Company resources. Communicates and coordinates with internal departments such as Quality Control, Research Development, and Shipping and Receiving.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Correct any problems that arise and report it to the Production Manager
• Responsible for operator accuracy of paperwork, labeling, tool checklists, all forms, & record keeping material
• Supervise the operators and leads, and effectively communicate production turn over
• Train/supervise production workers in all aspects of the manufacturing process
• Assure that Manufacturing, Training, Cleaning, Safety, Quality, and other procedures are being strictly adhered to
• Operate mechanical equipment safely and efficiently
• Continually gain in depth knowledge of facility equipment
• Correct any problems that arise
• Keep Management/Supervision informed of changing conditions
• Responsible for checking all forms and record keeping material
• Work with maintenance personnel to address equipment needs and coordinate those needs with production scheduling
• Involved in troubleshooting situations and development of corrective action plans
• Provide suggestions for continual improvement, applications of lean processing, and aid in following through and implementation
• Understand and comply with safety regulations
• Maintain operations in such a manner as to continuously produce quality products in a safe and efficient manner
• Coach employees in a teamwork environment for continuous improvement
• Discipline employees when policies are not adhered to (attendance, punctuality, performance, etc.)
• Responsible for self-involvement, team involvement and execution of tasks relative to achieving annual departmental goals

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred and a minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with supervisory experience
• Able to operate a forklift
• Must be responsible; maintain a positive work attitude, safety minded, quality minded, management supportive, and company oriented
• Good communication skills, high math and reading skills, high mechanical ability

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.

Salary: $62,000 - $67,000