Job Description

General Pet Supply


Work Location: MA - Norton
Job Code: 10256


PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR

Green Garden Products, a subsidiary of Central Garden & Pet, the number one supplier of top-quality flower seeds and non-GMO vegetable seeds for the gardening industry, has an opening for a Production Supervisor in our Norton, MA facility. This is an Exempt, full-time position. Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) is a leading innovator, marketer and producer of quality branded products for the pet and lawn and garden supplies markets. Please see our website at www.central.com for additional company information.

The Production Supervisor is responsible for supervising and coordinating the production activities for operations. This position requires a hands-on ability to manage work flow in a multi-product department. This is a working supervisor position and as such will be expected to fill in and help out as needed in all areas. This position includes managing line leads, operators and approximately 30 temporary employees in Norton MA.

Key DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure a safe and productive working environment and that all safety procedures are followed
• Manage and supervise multiple process lines and ensure it is operating as efficiently as possible, minimizing downtime
• Assist with the maintenance of machinery to support employees and production
• Ensure inventory transactions are completed timely and accurately
• Take responsibility for production planning, output, standard costs and quality
• Report, track and achieve standard costs for all machines
• Oversee all paperwork flow and ensure thoroughness
• Manage machine area to company standards; optimizing daily expectations
• Provide direction and assistance to employees
• Identify process improvement opportunities
• Perform other related duties as assigned by Management

Job Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED) required
• 2-3 years supervisory experience in production or manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated safety leadership, integrity and ethics
• Strong knowledge of multiple machine operations
• Ability to be decisive and take initiative
• Mechanical aptitude required
• Strong computer, communication and interpersonal skills to lead a group
• Attention to detail with good problem-solving skills
• Dependable and adaptable to changes of priorities in the work environment
• Results oriented and demonstrated ability to consistently complete tasks on time
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Bilingual preferred

Benefits Package and Employee Programs:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Free Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401k with 3% company match
• Paid time off, holidays and sick time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Program with cash bonus
• Access to thousands of free Learning and Training courses
• Access to on-demand pay

Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2022 net sales of $3.3 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the Pet and Garden industries. The Company’s innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands including Amdro®, Aqueon®, Cadet®, Farnam®, Ferry~Morse®, Four Paws®, Kaytee®, K&H®, Nylabone® and Pennington®, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central Garden & Pet is based in Walnut Creek, California and has over 7,000 employees across North America and Europe. Visit www.central.com to learn more. Green Garden Products participates in eVerify.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.