Manufacturing Production Supervisor

Element Solutions Inc•Itasca, IL

1d•$81,000 - $122,000•Onsite

About The Position

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions, a business segment of Element Solutions Inc (NYSE: ESI), is renowned worldwide for its commitment to revolutionizing the electronics industry. With a legacy spanning over a century, we have continually set new benchmarks for excellence, reliability and sustainability in electronic materials. We are seeking a motivated and experienced Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing operations and drive operational excellence. This individual will bring strong leadership, a commitment to safety and quality, and the ability to manage performance in a fast-paced production environment. The ideal candidate thrives on coaching teams, solving problems, and continuously improving processes to meet both customer and organizational expectations.

Requirements

Proven experience in manufacturing, production, or operations leadership
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, safety standards, and quality systems
Excellent leadership and team development capabilities
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Effective communication skills across all organizational levels
Ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and production/reporting systems
Knowledge of Lean principles, including 5S and continuous improvement
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to read and interpret work instructions, production documents, and safety procedures

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree with 3–5 years of manufacturing experience
Experience supervising in multi-shift environments
Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement certification
Experience with ERP or MES systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JDE, Plex)
Familiarity with root cause analysis tools (5 Why, Fishbone, FMEA)
Experience leading safety, quality, or productivity improvement initiatives
Background in high-volume or high-precision manufacturing environments
Mechanical aptitude or hands-on experience with production equipment
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise production teams to achieve safety, quality, and efficiency targets
Plan, coordinate, and monitor workflow to align staffing and resources with production schedules
Ensure strict adherence to safety policies, EHS standards, quality requirements, and regulatory compliance
Drive communication and accountability through tier meetings, shift start-up meetings, and performance reviews
Coach, develop, and support team members through training, feedback, and performance management
Address attendance, behavioral, and performance concerns in alignment with company policies
Troubleshoot production issues, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective/preventive actions
Monitor KPIs, analyze trends, and lead continuous improvement initiatives (safety, quality, delivery, efficiency)
Promote and sustain 5S, waste reduction, and process standardization efforts
Ensure proper equipment use, maintenance coordination, and timely escalation of issues
Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality, Maintenance, Planning, and Warehouse teams
Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant manufacturing environment
Document production activities, complete shift reports, and ensure accurate system transactions
Support hiring, onboarding, and workforce planning efforts as needed
Perform additional duties to support business operations as required