Production Supervisor - 3rd Shift

Quaker Chemical • Detroit, MI

78d

About The Position

Supervises employees on 3rd shift to ensure the manufacture of products or to perform other routine tasks such as 5S work within established timing, quality and cost standards.

Requirements

• B.S. Degree preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years industrial experience in the chemical blending industry required.
• Prior supervisory experience is preferred.
• Background in ISO-9000.
• High level of initiative and responsibility.
• Good communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Lean and or six sigma training.

Responsibilities

• Determines manufacturing priorities based on established weekly production schedules and makes daily assignments to specific compounders assuring raw materials are on site.
• Oversees production process and flow of finished goods into the appropriate containers.
• Leads the 5S and lean initiative on the production floor.
• Clearly communicates production issues and schedule to all levels of the organization.
• Completes end of shift reports and set-up of schedule for next shift hand off.
• Interacts with the QC lab and interprets specifications to make judgments about the acceptability of production that is in process.
• Implements departmental safety and EH&S programs to ensure the safety of employees working in the area.
• Directs all personnel related actions including training, performance appraisal and professional development.
• Collects data and reports on department metrics such as kg/man-hr and schedule compliance.
• Completes analysis on production issues that affect safety and quality including near miss follow up and 'right first time' via root cause analysis.

Benefits

• Quarterly Plant Gainshare
• Company Provided Uniforms
• Competitive bi-weekly pay
• Generous annual paid time off.
• 401 (k) employer match.
• Health care, dental and vision benefits.
• Employees can receive up to a $1,000 bonus by referring a friend to join the company.
• Safety is a top priority at Quaker Houghton. All operators receive extensive on-the-job training during the first 3 months of employment.
• Tuition Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Petroleum and Coal Products Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree