1st Shift Production Supervisor
DuBois Chemicals

Job Info

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It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they are doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

JOB SUMMARY

The Production Supervisor will oversee the activities of the team and report directly to the Plant Manager.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prioritizing daily tasks and production needs
• Oversee the daily activities of the production, operations, recycling, and shipping & receiving teams
• Delegate production assignments to the applicable team
• Inspect all materials and equipment to detect malfunctions
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures
• Supervise the mixing and packaging of batches [liquids and powders]
• Ensuring quality output and on-time completion
• Monitoring hourly performance levels in Department to achieve production standards and resolve problems
• Ensuring the completion of production records (daily production reports, process monitors, work orders, etc.) and performing the data entry, as required
• Responding to daily employee relations issues, and contributing to the resolution of associate concerns, to help promote a harmonious work environment
• Ensuring new and temporary associates are properly trained and monitoring their work
• Maintain good housekeeping processes
• Foster a positive work environment
• Recommend process improvements to the Plant Manager
• Assists the Plant Manager to identify and lead investments and organizational changes needed to support sales growth, and improvements in profitability
• Skilled to operate a sit-down and reach forklift
• Oversee the performance of preventative maintenance and participate in general upkeep of production equipment
• Maintain daily logs and record plant operating data
• Effectively, timely, and respectfully communicate and interact with other employees, supervisors, individuals from other organizations, and customers
• Ensure supplies are distributed as required throughout the facility
• General housekeeping of the plant and surrounding areas
• Report process and/or safety equipment issues to the Plant Manager
• Comply with all safety requirements within the company

• Comply with all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements and safe handling practices as required from Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and company procedures
• Follow WHMIS, MSDS and all other safety training requirements and procedures
• Follow all government and regulatory requirements when handling and transporting chemical materials
• Regular and sustained attendance

• Perform other duties as assigned or needed

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3-5 years of prior supervisor/management experience
• Experience with continuous improvement and driving change
• Proficient with business management principles (i.e. budgeting, strategic planning, etc.)
• Proven experience with team building and engaging the team to identify best practices
• Working knowledge of ISO, OSHA, and EPA regulations
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office; WMS experience preferred
• Proficient in hardware [industrial] printers and label software [Bartender]
• Experience operating warehouse equipment
• Previous experience in chemical production, manufacturing, and/or other related fields
• Knowledge of tools and equipment
• Strong leadership qualities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A professional and positive attitude
• Experience operating a sit-down forklift
• Able to lift 50 lbs.
• Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
• Standing and /or walking a minimum of 6 hours of an 8-hour shift.
• Specific vision requirements include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

EDUCATION REQUREMENTS

Bachelor's Degree preferred

High School Diploma or GED equivalent required

Management or Leadership Training preferred

OTHER INFORMATION

Frequent exposure to wet and humid conditions (non-weather); fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme heat (non-weather) and loud noise levels.

This position can work various hours.

DuBois provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, service in the military, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and/or local law and/or regulation.

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