Production Supervisor
Blair, Nebraska
Overview
Cargill operates some of the most technologically advanced plants in the world. We depend on creative, responsible and hardworking individuals like you to keep them running smoothly. We’re looking for trustworthy, safety-minded leaders who are seeking a fulfilling career. As a Production Supervisor, you’ll implement and execute all production processes at the plant for operations, safety, people and the business. Your responsibilities will include following safety principles, executing scheduled customer orders, maintaining tool accountability and sanitation and performing HR duties. Successful Production Supervisors will demonstrate ownership and problem-solving skills while also creating an including and engaging environment at their plant. Discover how your work can nourish the world.
- Full Time
- Level: Experienced
- Travel: Minimal
Key Traits
What makes a successful Production Supervisor at Cargill?
Check out some of the key traits that are important for this job to see if you have the right mix.
- Goal-oriented
- Proactive
- Efficient
- Results-driven
- Leadership
- Responsible
- Organized
- Problem-solver
- Quick-thinking
- Productive
Benefits
Compensation & Pay Equity
We pay for performance and provide equal pay for the same work.
“I have been given the opportunity to voice my thoughts and ideas in efforts to make our process safer and more efficient.”
Bianca C., Production Supervisor
“Cargill has empowered me by giving me an opportunity to succeed, and they continue to give me a lot of responsibility. I lead the type of team I would like to work on - what is more empowering than that?”
Kimberly H., Production Supervisor
“This job is focused on innovation and is full of challenges. You will feel enriched and feel proud of your achievements.”
Sandy Zhao, APAC, Refinery Production Supervisor
“Working in operations is always a challenge! In addition to the volume and efficiency goals to be controlled and beat daily, we have an environment where priorities change with good speed. It is also a medium where there are a large number of people - human interaction is intense. If you like an environment full of changes, with a lot of technology, challenges, and human relationships, this is the place; this is where everything happens.”
Jakeline Parreira, LATAM, Production Manager – CSST ST.
“Cargill grows an inclusive & entrepreneurial spirit. Dare to be you and make it happen in a safe, responsible and sustainable way.”
Cyrille Dreux, EMEA, Deputy Plant Manager
“Cargill gives me all the opportunities to grow and trusts me to do what is best for us all.”
Thom Van Gerwe, EMEA, Junior Production Supervisor
“Cargill provides an environment in operations where you are empowered to deliver great performance, for your team and yourself. Cargill also gets you the autonomy to drive results in safety, food safety and environment which contribute to develop your team and owns skills.”
David Lachevre, EMEA, Responsible Production
“Freedom to take initiative, responsibility early in your career and support where needed: the recipe to create your own future”
Martin Blommestijn, EMEA, Plant Superintendent, Multiseed Plant
“What differentiates us at Cargill is the respect and teamwork that we have within the company. It’s full of support and mentorship which provides great opportunity for professional learning and development. ”
Sabine Wilhelm, EMEA, Site Manager
Production Supervisor
Cargill is a family company committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. We sit at the heart of the supply chain, partnering with producers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living. By providing customers with life’s essentials, we enable businesses to grow, communities to prosper, and consumers to live well.
This position is in our Food Enterprise where we are committed to serving food manufacturers, food service customers, and retailers with a complete range of innovative ingredients and branded products. Our portfolio includes poultry, beef, egg, alternative protein, salt, oils, starches, sweeteners, cocoa and chocolate.
Job Purpose and Impact
The Production Supervisor will provide strategic operational oversight for all production and operating process for our Blair, NE site with moderate complexity. In this role, you will oversee safety, quality, operational effectiveness, and financial performance.
Key Accountabilities
- Ensures employee, food and feed safety and environmental compliance program standards and goals are implemented.
- Accountable for all internal and external operating and regulatory procedures on employee, food and feed safety including strategic and tactical execution in alignment with corporate environment, health and safety and food safety, quality and regulatory functions, as well as government regulations.
- Establish and deploy operational priorities for the plant with moderate complexity.
- Leads strategic and tactical operations and quality management deliverables to ensure customer, product, and quality standard requirements are met within specifications.
- Leads, directs, and controls capital and operating budgets for a single plant or multiple plants with moderate complexity to achieve medium term outlook financial performance objectives set by the business.
- Ensure and hold direct reports accountable for meeting and controlling operating expenses and established targets.
- Oversee the overall operational management and implement operational efficiency improvements which may include standardization of plant information manufacturing systems, quality control, safety, production reliability excellence and maintenance, and operators best practices.
- Lead and develop a team, coach, and make decisions related to talent management, hiring, performance, and disciplinary actions.
- Other duties as assigned
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Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience
- Minimum of four years of related work experience
- Ability to travel up to 5%
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Lean Six Sigma
- Two years of supervisory experience
- High-hazard process experience
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
• Location: NE-Blair; Relocation support may be provided
• This is a day shift position with on-call
• The business will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position
At Cargill we put people first. As part of your overall rewards, we offer a comprehensive benefit program including medical and/or other benefits dependent on the position offered and hours worked. Visit: https://www.cargill.com/page/my-health/mh-health-and-wellnessto learn more (subject to certain collective bargaining agreements for Union positions).
Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet
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