Production Supervisor - 3rd Shift

About the role

Alphagary, part of Orbia, designs and manufactures specialty compounds used in extruded or molded products. As a Production Supervisor on the Operations Team, you will directly supervise the production facility and employees operating manufacturing lines, focusing on training, safety protocols, quality levels and production scheduling. The schedule is the 3rd shift, 11:00 PM to 7:15 AM, with some weekends required.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and give feedback to a shift team of up to 30 operators, and provide indirect leadership to Maintenance and Quality staff.
• Use KPIs and data to record performance and improve Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost.
• Work with the EHS Specialist to ensure safe operations and compliance with safety and environmental policies, and contribute to improving safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain good housekeeping and cleanliness, and conduct and document monthly safety routines.
• Make sure employees know hazardous materials procedures, emergency procedures, Safety Data Sheets and personal protective equipment.
• Ensure finished goods meet quality standards and that production volumes and product mix follow the schedules.
• Prepare and provide extrusion and blending reports to management, and coordinate extrusion and blender schedules while tracking critical material inventories.
• Keep the department organized and supervised, monitor overhead costs and staffing levels, and ensure consistent staffing between shifts.
• Coach and train new hires, investigate process variations with the Production Manager and Process Engineering, and recommend changes to restore quality standards.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in business, management or process engineering is a plus.
• 5 years of experience in a manufacturing leadership position; plastics compound or extrusion production experience is helpful.
• Excellent communication and listening skills, proven problem-solving ability and strong collaboration skills.
• Ability to coach and train employees, troubleshoot processes and maintenance issues on shift, make independent decisions and stay focused on safety and quality.

Required skills

• Familiarity with ISO 9000, TS 16949, Lean or Six Sigma is preferred.

What we offer

• Compensation typically ranging from $90,000 to $105,000 per year, depending on experience, location and other factors.
• Possible short- and long-term incentive compensation.
• Healthcare coverage, 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, sick time, parental leave, disability leave and an employee assistance program.