Coating Supervisor

Salaried/Skilled Trades NSG Group•Laurinburg, NC

About The Position

Purpose: The purpose of the coatings supervisor is to oversee the chemical vapor deposition process and process areas, ensure that we deliver value added coated glass to the cold end of the plant. Essential Functions: Supervises the daily Coating operations of both float lines Supervises the daily operations of hourly employees: assigns daily tasks, perform daily safety briefings, and audits work. Maintains daily records of process parameters and/or changes, and personnel records, process performance numbers, and daily maintenance activities. Trains employees in job responsibilities and work rules, including reviewing safety, quality, and process parameters/procedures. Manages the production of coated products in accordance with ISO-9000/ISO-14000/ISO-18000 standards. Manages and maintains efficient production through process and equipment trouble-shooting, raw material storage change-out and operation of hot and cold end thickness/color monitors Maintains required production supplies by writing purchase and stores requisition to acquire necessary equipment and supplies in a timely manner. Promotes Coating department adherence to Pilkington policies related to safety, health, environment, and working conditions to insure maximum safety of employees and surrounding community Conducts safety audits as required and holds crew meetings to keep hourly personnel informed as to plant and corporate goals, results, and plans. Performs special projects as assigned by Coatings Manager or other Production Management to improve quality and/or yield, reduce cost and improve training. Takes leadership role in employee involvement with process or procedural innovations and changes for department. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Engage in 5S initiatives throughout the department. Adherence to the NSG/Pilkington Standards of Business Conduct and its’ Values and Principles. Other duties as assigned by manager.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred
Computer and software proficiency – including strong knowledge of MS Office
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work in teams, multi-task, and take leadership responsibility on projects.
Excellent Mechanical aptitude
Decision Making: Goes to the heart of the situation by talking to relevant people to fully understand all the issues and involve others in the decision-making process. Focuses data analysis on the most relevant and important information without getting lost in detail. Takes appropriate actions to minimize risks and maximize the opportunities in decision-making process. Promotes the review and learning from business decisions.
Strategic Thinking: Develops strategic plans for their part of the business by setting short and long-term goals and objectives. Demonstrates a thorough understanding of the key financial data that drives profitable growth in their own area.
Empowers & Develops: Proactive in managing own self-development and learning activities. Reflects on and learns from experience. Reviews progress by providing support and guidance without undermining an individual’s full ownership of issues.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, Material Science or Industrial Engineering preferred
Previous Glass manufacturing experience
Previous supervisory experience
Exposure to Six Sigma (Green Belt)
Advanced Problem-Solving Skills (Six Sigma)
Strong in analytical, innovative and strategic competencies
Practical experience in Batch plant and Furnace operations, Float Glass Forming, Annealing and/or online CVD coating is desired.

Responsibilities

Supervises the daily Coating operations of both float lines
Supervises the daily operations of hourly employees: assigns daily tasks, perform daily safety briefings, and audits work.
Maintains daily records of process parameters and/or changes, and personnel records, process performance numbers, and daily maintenance activities.
Trains employees in job responsibilities and work rules, including reviewing safety, quality, and process parameters/procedures.
Manages the production of coated products in accordance with ISO-9000/ISO-14000/ISO-18000 standards.
Manages and maintains efficient production through process and equipment trouble-shooting, raw material storage change-out and operation of hot and cold end thickness/color monitors
Maintains required production supplies by writing purchase and stores requisition to acquire necessary equipment and supplies in a timely manner.
Promotes Coating department adherence to Pilkington policies related to safety, health, environment, and working conditions to insure maximum safety of employees and surrounding community
Conducts safety audits as required and holds crew meetings to keep hourly personnel informed as to plant and corporate goals, results, and plans.
Performs special projects as assigned by Coatings Manager or other Production Management to improve quality and/or yield, reduce cost and improve training.
Takes leadership role in employee involvement with process or procedural innovations and changes for department.
Engage in 5S initiatives throughout the department.
Adherence to the NSG/Pilkington Standards of Business Conduct and its’ Values and Principles.
Other duties as assigned by manager.