CONVERTING SUPERVISOR

ORAFOL AMERICAS INC•Wallingford, CT

1d•$78,981 - $109,544•Onsite

About The Position

Orafol America is seeking a Converting Supervisor for its Wallingford, Connecticut location. The role manages all Converting Department activities and reports to the Planning & Scheduling Manager. The supervisor manages timely completion of Converting Orders by publishing and maintaining a Converting Schedule, understands the department’s functions, and has experience operating its equipment. The role tracks and documents preventive maintenance, coordinates production data collection and publishes department performance metrics, and produces work orders as needed, including planning and producing work orders for Radel fulfillment and saw cutting. The supervisor oversees and directs Converting Department personnel, supports safe and professional work, ensures finished products meet or exceed quality standards, communicates product specifications and order documentation requirements, and provides technical support to technicians. Additional responsibilities include production-improvement and cost-reduction programs, R&D trials, departmental supply inventory and purchasing requests, maintaining an organized production area, and conducting subordinate performance reviews. The position is typically Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends as business needs require.

Requirements

Associate’s and/or bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline; candidates without a degree may be considered if their work experience and qualifications match the job requirements.
Must have experience operating all equipment in the department.
Must be able to navigate Orafol inventory systems and produce work orders as needed.
Must be able to read and understand department and interdepartmental paperwork, including Converting Orders, specifications, work instructions, and transfers.
Must have a positive, can-do attitude and accountability, and take initiative.
Must be a fast learner, driven, self-motivated, and committed to continuous improvement.
Must maintain a clean and presentable appearance and a clean, neat, orderly work area, including tools and equipment.
Must work cooperatively with others across shifts and departments.

Nice To Haves

Previous industrial manufacturing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage all Converting Department activities and ensure Converting Orders are completed on time by publishing and maintaining a Converting Schedule.
Understand all required department functions and operate department equipment.
Track and document preventive maintenance for all equipment.
Coordinate production data collection and publish metrics summarizing department performance.
Produce work orders as needed, including planning and producing work orders for Radel fulfillment and saw cutting.
Operate Orafol manufacturing equipment safely and be certified to drive and operate Orafol fork trucks within the plant.
Navigate Orafol inventory systems and read and understand department and interdepartmental documents, including Converting Orders, specifications, work instructions, and transfers.
Supervise and direct Converting Department personnel to ensure proper execution of the production schedule.
Ensure Converting Department technicians are trained to work safely and professionally.
Ensure finished products meet or exceed quality standards and communicate requirements to technicians.
Provide prompt technical support to Converting Department technicians.
Initiate, validate, and document production-improvement and cost-reduction programs.
Execute and support R&D trials.
Inventory and track departmental supply usage and initiate purchase requisitions.
Maintain a clean, organized production area and maintain tools and equipment.
Conduct performance reviews of subordinates.
Use resources to minimize cost and maximize productivity.
Foster safe work practices and promote a team environment, including cooperation across shifts and departments.
Complete special projects and assignments as directed by the supervisor.
Be prepared and at the workstation at the beginning of the shift and maintain minimum unplanned absences as defined by the Employee Attendance Expectations.