Finishing Supervisor | 2nd Shift

Shaw Industries•Chatsworth, GA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Shaw Industries Group is seeking a results-driven Manufacturing Supervisor to lead the Finishing Department’s second shift in a fast-paced manufacturing environment in Chatsworth, Georgia. The supervisor leads 15–20 associates and is responsible for safety, quality, housekeeping, production, and associate relations. The role ensures operations meet specifications, supports a safe workplace, develops associates through training and coaching, and maintains communication across shifts and departments. The position reports to the Finishing Department Manager and operates on an 8-hour, non-rotating PM shift. Extended hours and weekend work may be needed based on business requirements. Shaw Industries Group, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway and a global provider of carpet, hardwood, tile and stone, laminate, synthetic turf, and other specialty products for residential and commercial markets. The company describes its commitment as creating a better future for its customers, people, company, and communities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least 3 years of leadership experience.
Availability to work an extended schedule based on business needs, including overtime and weekends as needed.

Nice To Haves

Previous Finishing, Coating, or In-line Coating experience.
Previous manufacturing experience.
Knowledge of Google applications, mainframe (G-Link), Shop Flex, Ez-Entry, Line-up Manager, Contract Manufacturing, Kronos, and TMS3.
Leadership competencies: Plan and Organize; Coach and Support; Build a Successful Team; Demonstrates Good Judgment.

Responsibilities

Lead a shift of 15–20 associates.
Comply with Shaw Accident Free Environment (SAFE) requirements and plant-specific safety rules; follow general plant and job-specific Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) requirements.
Promote daily stretching activities and lead First Day Back and Safety/Quality meetings to share plant information.
Oversee quality on shift and work with associates to ensure quality performance and operations meet specifications, including line speed, moisture, width, length, and carpet exit temperature.
Coordinate quality-control testing and processing of trial materials as directed; understand and perform weight checks, delamination tests, and tuft bind tests.
Communicate off-quality issues to the Finishing Department Manager.
Identify departmental training deficits and opportunities, and complete Shaw Quality System (SQS) training for associates.
Coordinate associate efforts in Compounding and Re-inspection.
Communicate information from department or personnel managers to associates as needed.
Coordinate shift coverage with other supervisors when associates are absent, including vacation, FMLA, or other absences.
Coach associates and hold them accountable.
Identify maintenance opportunities and complete work orders.
Work overtime and weekends as needed, arriving at least 30 minutes before the shift and staying afterward to complete necessary tasks.
Manage daily Kronos activities for the shift.
Complete daily reports related to Quality, Production, and Safety.
Lead investigations related to safety, off-quality, or other matters as needed.
Understand Tufting and Dyeing Department operations and Finishing processes as they relate to carpet manufacturing and deliveries to the Finishing Department.
Attend required training or meetings as needed.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Life insurance and disability coverage.
Tuition reimbursement.
Employee assistance program.
Health savings account.
Paid Time Off.
Parental Leave.
401K and retirement plans.
Product discounts for employees.
Gym membership discounts.
Adoption assistance.
Shaw Family Health Center at the Dalton, Georgia, and Cartersville, Georgia, locations.
Additional benefits.