Production Supervisor (Second Shift)

Dubois Chemicals•Sharonville, OH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor oversees second-shift chemical blending and mixing operations while leading production employees to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule. This role is responsible for supervising daily production activities, maintaining quality standards, supporting employee development, and helping improve overall plant performance.

Requirements

3-5 years of prior supervisor/management experience
Experience with continuous improvement and driving change
Proficient with business management principles (i.e. budgeting, strategic planning, etc.)
Proven experience with team building and engaging the team to identify best practices
Working knowledge of ISO, OSHA, and EPA regulations
Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office; WMS experience preferred
Proficient in hardware [industrial] printers and label software [Bartender]
Experience operating warehouse equipment
Previous experience in chemical production, manufacturing, and/or other related fields
Knowledge of tools and equipment
Strong leadership qualities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A professional and positive attitude
Experience operating a sit-down forklift
Able to lift 50 lbs.
Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
Standing and /or walking a minimum of 6 hours of an 8-hour shift.
Specific vision requirements include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Management or Leadership Training preferred

Responsibilities

Prioritizing daily tasks and production needs
Oversee the daily activities of the production, operations, recycling, and shipping & receiving teams
Delegate production assignments to the applicable team
Inspect all materials and equipment to detect malfunctions
Adhere to all safety policies and procedures
Supervise the mixing and packaging of batches [liquids and powders]
Ensuring quality output and on-time completion
Monitoring hourly performance levels in Department to achieve production standards and resolve problems
Ensuring the completion of production records (daily production reports, process monitors, work orders, etc.) and performing the data entry, as required
Responding to daily employee relations issues, and contributing to the resolution of associate concerns, to help promote a harmonious work environment
Ensuring new and temporary associates are properly trained and monitoring their work
Maintain good housekeeping processes
Foster a positive work environment
Recommend process improvements to the Plant Manager
Assists the Plant Manager to identify and lead investments and organizational changes needed to support sales growth, and improvements in profitability
Skilled to operate a sit-down and reach forklift
Oversee the performance of preventative maintenance and participate in general upkeep of production equipment
Maintain daily logs and record plant operating data
Effectively, timely, and respectfully communicate and interact with other employees, supervisors, individuals from other organizations, and customers
Ensure supplies are distributed as required throughout the facility
General housekeeping of the plant and surrounding areas
Report process and/or safety equipment issues to the Plant Manager
Comply with all safety requirements within the company
Comply with all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements and safe handling practices as required from Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and company procedures
Follow WHMIS, MSDS and all other safety training requirements and procedures
Follow all government and regulatory requirements when handling and transporting chemical materials
Regular and sustained attendance
Perform other duties as assigned or needed