Batch & Furnace Supervisor

Libbey • Toledo, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Batch and Furnace Supervisor is responsible for providing direct supervision and leadership of the batch mixing and delivery systems, furnace operations, and lehr operations. This individual partners with the Forming Department and must possess the technical competence, knowledge, and skills necessary for the overall performance of the batch, furnace, and lehr operations.

Requirements

• High school diploma/equivalent required
• Must be able to pass respirator testing
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment and interact with all levels of the organization
• Ability to work in a demanding and fast paced environment
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and multitask effectively
• Consistently exhibit Libbey Values in all interactions with Libbey associates
• The ability to effectively problem-solve

Nice To Haves

• Associates degree preferred
• Supervisory experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Supply the Forming Department with consistent, properly conditioned glass flow while maintaining good glass color and maximizing melting fuel efficiency
• Manage the forehearths and the production of various colors in the colorant forehearths
• Ensure that all ware made in forming is properly annealed and heat treated as scheduled
• Supply forming with a steady flow of cracked hydrogen gas
• Maintain an uninterrupted flow of uniformly weighed and mixed batch material to the furnaces
• Analyze and correct any production problems that develop
• Maintain consistent furnace and forehearth operations at the desired temperatures during changing load conditions as determined by the production schedule
• Supply the furnaces with the required amount of mixed batch to maintain a level flow of glass to all forming machines
• Lead and motivate the hourly work force through communication, teaching and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED