Production Supervisor in Caldwell, Idaho at Summit Seed Coatings Llc
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Job Description
Job Title: Production Supervisor
Location: Caldwell, ID
Reports To: Plant Manager
Position Summary:
The Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and coordinating daily production activities to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality operations within the facility. This hands-on leadership role works closely with production employees to meet operational goals, maintain inventory accuracy, ensure product quality, and support on-time order fulfillment. The Production Supervisor promotes a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement while providing direct leadership and support to production staff. This position serves as a key operational partner to the Plant Manager in executing production schedules, optimizing workflows, and maintaining Summit Seed Coatings’ commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. This is a full-time, exempt, salary position.
Summit Seed Coatings is one of the largest seed treatment companies in the United States, delivering advanced seed coating solutions that make our customers’ jobs easier and more efficient. Our products provide economic, agronomic, and environmental benefits - boosting seed performance, reducing costs, and supporting sustainable production practices for clients across both domestic and international markets. Innovation, quality, and customer value are at the core of everything we do. Equally important are the values that guide how we operate: teamwork, respect, and empathy shape our culture and create a workplace where people feel supported and appreciated. We are driven by excellence and continuous improvement, always committed to doing what’s right for our employees, our partners, and the environment. By maintaining a light, bright, clean, and green work environment, we foster a culture where positivity, growth, and forward-thinking solutions thrive.
Key Responsibilities:- Supervise and coordinate daily production activities, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with established production schedules and quality standards.
- Lead, coach, and develop production employees by providing training, direction, performance feedback, and support to promote employee growth and operational success.
- Monitor production processes, inventory levels, and material availability to ensure production demands and customer orders are fulfilled accurately and on time.
- Maintain compliance with all quality assurance procedures, verifying products meet customer specifications, company standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Partner with Shipping & Receiving, Quality Control, Maintenance, and Plant Management to coordinate workflow, resolve operational issues, and improve overall plant performance.
- Ensure accurate inventory transactions, perform routine inventory audits, and investigate discrepancies to maintain inventory integrity.
- Promote and enforce all safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, maintaining a safe and organized work environment for all employees.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements, increased productivity, waste reduction, and operational efficiency while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
- Assist with production planning, labor scheduling, equipment utilization, and resource allocation to maximize operational effectiveness.
- Support equipment troubleshooting and coordinate with maintenance personnel to minimize downtime and maintain production readiness.
- Maintain accurate production records, reports, and documentation while utilizing company software systems and operational tools.
- Foster a positive workplace culture aligned with Summit Seed Coatings’ values of teamwork, respect, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Salary range of $60,000 to $70,000 annually, depending on experience
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Cell-Phone reimbursement
- Unlimited paid time off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
- Company-paid vision, dental, and life insurance
- Health insurance options to fit your needs
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Accident Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Manufacturing, Agricultural Business, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years of manufacturing, production, warehouse, or operations experience, with at least 1 year in a supervisory or team leadership role.
- Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach, and develop employees in a fast-paced production environment.
- Experience with inventory management, production scheduling, order fulfillment, and quality control processes.
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience using ERP or inventory management systems; NetSuite experience preferred.
- Knowledge of workplace safety requirements, OSHA regulations, and manufacturing best practices.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy, efficiency, and professionalism.
- Ability to spend extended periods on the production floor, including standing, walking, bending, and performing hands-on operational tasks.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds occasionally.
- Comfortable working in an industrial manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery, noise, dust, and varying temperatures.
- Demonstrates a hands-on leadership style and willingness to assist with production activities when needed.
- Maintains a positive attitude and professional demeanor while effectively managing multiple priorities.
- Exhibits strong accountability, reliability, and commitment to achieving operational goals.
- Promotes teamwork, collaboration, and respectful communication among employees and departments.
- Consistently models safe work practices and supports a culture of safety throughout the facility.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
Summit Seed Coatings is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with respect and dignity. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. We encourage qualified individuals from all backgrounds to apply and join our team.