Manufacturing Production Supervisor

Element Solutions Inc•Itasca, IL

7d•$81,000 - $95,000

About The Position

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions, a business segment of Element Solutions Inc., is seeking a motivated and experienced Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing operations and drive operational excellence. The role oversees production to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality output, while managing performance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The supervisor coaches teams, solves problems, and improves processes to meet customer and organizational expectations. The position involves planning workflow and staffing around production schedules, ensuring safety and quality compliance, monitoring operational performance, and coordinating with Quality, Maintenance, Planning, and Warehouse teams. It also includes developing employees, addressing performance concerns, maintaining production records, and supporting hiring and workforce planning as needed.

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 accurately and with 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 such as SAP, Oracle, JDE, or Plex.
Familiarity with root cause analysis tools such as 5 Why, Fishbone, and 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 skills.

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise production teams to achieve safety, quality, and efficiency targets.
Plan, coordinate, and monitor workflow so staffing and resources align with production schedules.
Ensure adherence to safety policies, EHS standards, quality requirements, and regulatory compliance.
Conduct tier meetings, shift start-up meetings, and performance reviews to promote communication and accountability.
Coach, develop, and support team members through training, feedback, and performance management.
Address attendance, behavioral, and performance concerns in accordance with company policies.
Troubleshoot production issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
Monitor KPIs, analyze trends, and lead continuous improvement initiatives in safety, quality, delivery, and efficiency.
Promote and sustain 5S, waste reduction, and process standardization.
Ensure proper equipment use, coordinate maintenance, and escalate issues in a timely manner.
Collaborate 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 as needed.
Perform additional duties to support business operations as required.