Production Supervisor - Kansas City, KS

Production Supervisor - Kansas City, KS
This is a full-time exempt level position.

Job Summary:
ADM Animal Nutrition, a division of Archer Daniels Midland Company, is an industry leader in the manufacture of extruded treats and foods for the companion animal market. We are seeking a Production (Warehouse) Supervisor for the Kansas City, KS warehouse and production facility.

Job Responsibilities:

• Active, hands-on involvement and daily presence within the facility handling packaging, distribution, warehouse and delivery issues. Ensures employees are completing assignments as required by ADM and that they have the necessary tools and supplies to complete all required tasks.
• Works with quality technicians to help implement food safety / sanitation / quality programs to ensure that the facility is aligned with the law, regulatory requirements, and company programs along with continuously looking for improvements to the Quality programs.
• Works to find new and more efficient ways to manufacture, ship and control costs to help add value to ADM and the shareholders.
• Works with Plant Manager to ensure Safety training programs are being completed.
• Monitors the workplace for improvements, safety and personnel concerns.
• Respond to and follow up on customer complaints, while working alongside sales personnel on these issues.
• Hold Toolbox meetings on a weekly basis.
• Work closely with personnel dealing with scheduling, production and formulation issues.
• Responsible for backing up Superintendent in helping make everyday decisions and signing off on paperwork.
• Performs weekly Safety Operation Reports for the safety of the employees.
• Participates in inventory reconciliations and in the monthly sanitation / quality / GMP audits.
• Promotes Safety and Quality first, then production.
• Responsibility to identify food safety and/or product integrity issues and to initiate and record actions for issues reported.
• Responsibility to communicate and review any information deemed necessary, including but not limited to, food safety, product integrity, formulas, specifications and/or changes, with customers.
• Authority to purchase necessary chemicals and lubricants.
• Authority to communicate with suppliers, customers, contractors and organizations (including but not limited to regulatory and statutory organizations).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent experience) and 1 – 3 years of supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated leadership through change management, exhibits the 11 ADM leader skills.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to present material with energy and enthusiasm to motivate and influence people.
• Computer skills in PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Outlook.
• History of working safely and a reputation for promoting and getting involved in safety improvement efforts.
• Related industry knowledge.

Training Required

• Annual Training
• HACCP / PC Training
• PCQI Training
• GFSI Training

Excited about this role but don’t think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check. 

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Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The pay range for this position is expected to be between:

Benefits and Perks

Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:

• Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).

Additional benefits include:

• Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.

#IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.