1st Shift Production Supervisor (Mon - Fri 7am - 5:30pm

Sibelco Group • Wilson, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At Sibelco, we advance life through materials. For over 150 years, we’ve been a trusted leader in sourcing, transforming, and distributing specialty industrial minerals. Our work powers progress across industries as diverse as glass, ceramics, construction, coatings, polymers, and water purification. Beyond our materials, we’re proud of our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and empowering people from all walks of life to thrive and make a meaningful impact. At Sibelco, we’re committed to operational excellence, safety, and continuous improvement. We’re looking for a hands-on Production Supervisor to lead our production team and ensure our operations run safely, efficiently, and effectively. If you’re a strong leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys developing teams while solving challenges—this is your opportunity.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 3–5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with lean manufacturing / process improvement
• Knowledge of computerized maintenance systems
• Ability to troubleshoot 480VAC / 3-phase systems
• Hands-on experience with: Mechanical conveyors, motors, pulleys
• Hands-on experience with: Rigging and heavy equipment handling
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel & Word required)

Nice To Haves

• College degree preferred
• Six Sigma certification
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production activities, ensuring safe and efficient operations
• Supervise employees and subcontractors with safety as the top priority
• Drive accountability and encourage reporting of unsafe conditions
• Ensure compliance with permits and regulatory requirements
• Develop and manage annual production work plans
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives across the site
• Apply lean manufacturing and process optimization techniques
• Ensure production aligns with budget and operational targets
• Partner with teams to solve issues quickly and effectively
• Ensure production targets and schedules are met
• Collaborate closely with production schedulers and leadership
• Proactively address delays, challenges, or resource gaps
• Balance customer requirements with production efficiency
• Maintain high standards in quality, output, and cost management
• Lead, coach, and develop your team for long-term success
• Build a strong, collaborative, high-performing work environment
• Conduct performance evaluations and support career growth

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Prescription Drug Benefits
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED