(Exempt)
At Ethos Pet Brands, we believe that what’s best for our pets is best for us all. That’s why for over 25 years been committed to providing high-quality pet food for pets and their people. Our products are packed full of goodness to bring out the best in pets, with recipes made from wholesome ingredients and formulated for whole-body health.
Goodness comes through not just in the quality of our ingredients and formulas, but also through the dedicated employees we hire. The talented team at our plant in Brownwood, Texas works together every day to bring happiness and health to pets, because we believe that happy pets make happy humans. Joining Ethos means joining a company committed to nurturing the health of pets and their people but also the health of our planet at large, through our investment in regenerative agriculture and sustainable business practices. If that's the type of environment that most interests you, this position may present you with a great opportunity to further develop your operations and quality management career and skills.
Due to the scope and needs of manufacturing operations, this position is an onsite-based position and is not eligible for remote work.
The Shift Superintendent will work out of our Brownwood, TX facility and report to the Operations Manager. The key responsibilities and duties of this position include, but are not limited to:
· Oversee day to day activities of the manufacturing facility to ensure safety and operational performance to delivered daily
· Manage staff and equipment to schedules (including timecard approval), reduce/eliminate downtime, and train employees appropriately per position
· Oversee batching: ensure schedule is batched as required, train new employees as required in batching
· Analyze and solve work and equipment problems alerting maintenance as required
· Oversight of the extrusion, grinding and packaging operators
· Inventory management & upkeep; coordinate to meet timing and expectations of inventory to the floor
· Develop & improve processes, standard operating procedures, and training materials to meet specifications, ensure quality and meet attainment to schedule
· Drive 5S and continuous improvement initiatives, including cleaning all floor areas
· Escalate and coordinate with teams when needed to resolve issues and maintain floor output
· Ensure everything is being maintained and documented properly through the entire process according to HAACP requirements and company standards
· Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
· Other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
· High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
· Able to work in extreme heat and cold
· Ability to be on your feet a majority of the day
· Must be willing to submit a background check and pre-employment drug screening
· Must be eligible to work in the US
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
· Prior experience working on the floor of a production facility
· Experience in Pet Food
· 3 to 5 years of experience in people management in a manufacturing setting
· Proficient in Microsoft Excel
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
· Ability to push, pull, carry, and lift 50 to 75 lbs.
· Ascend/descend a ladder or stairs daily
· Ability to operate a computer and other office technology
· Occasionally position self to access low spaces
· Ability to observe details at close range
· Must be able to work in extreme hot and cold temperatures
· Must be able to work out of the office during regular business hours
· Must be able to relay accurate information via multiple communication vehicles including verbal and written mechanisms
Ethos Pet Brands is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
- Brownwood, TX 76801: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person