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Production Supervisor, your next position?

Reporting to the NOAM Production Manager, you'll provide support by controlling and coordinating the production operations within specific area or section of a plant to ensure that intermediate or finished flavor/fragrances products are delivered according to established production specifications, schedules and quality standards.

This is an on site position based in our Carol Stream, IL location. This is a second-shift position, which runs from 14:30 to 12:00 AM.

In this exciting position, you'll work with...

Production Management
- Responsible for the performance of the assigned production area to meet the production schedules and targets.
- Control inventory to ensure the availability of materials required for the operation.
- Monitor the volume and quality of output and adjust tasks, timing, equipment set-up, so that production specifications are met and resources are used efficiently.
- Protect plant assets and the implementation of internal control regulations.
- Prepare production reports so that performance problems can be identified and resolved.
Production Processes
- Define manufacturing processes for a specific area following safety, EHS standards and efficiency/productivity requirements.
- Propose ideas for the continuous improvement program in the area.
- Take care on necessary capacity improvements to fulfill the demand evolution and prevent new asset investments.
- Owner of Lean program roll out and Team Board/meetings.
People Management
- Oversee staff to ensure that all production tasks are performed, and all machines and equipment operated, safely. Document performance and provide on-going feedback (eg, conducting mid-year and end-year reviews), addressing behavior and job performance issues, recommending hiring, firing and annual salary increases.
- Train new workers in our operating procedures and standards.

You?

Vocational Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain required, or Related Discipline (Pre-University);
4+ years of experience in Production with experience in People Management required, with exposure to quality and materials process management;
Experience in the flavor, ingredient, or fragrance manufacturing industry preferred.

Comprehensive Benefits plans including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a high matching 401k!

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At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people’s lives.
You work within an inspiring teamwork culture – where you can thrive, collaborate and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines, regions and divisions.
Every essence of you enriches our world.
Diversity drives innovation and creates closer connections with our employees, customers and partners.
Givaudan embraces diversity and is committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone impacts our world.

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Production Supervisor