Production Supervisor

Novolex • Franklin Park, IL

18d

About The Position

The Production Supervisor manages, directs, and coordinates production-shift activities to maximize productivity and minimize costs while maintaining quality. The role typically supervises more than 40 employees and coordinates with the Scheduler to meet daily production requirements. It also supports quality initiatives and ensures safety programs are implemented, regularly reviewed, and revised as needed.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of manufacturing experience.
• Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work well in group situations.
• Ability to deal effectively with conflict in a mature and consistent manner.
• Good computer skills.

Nice To Haves

• BA/BS degree, preferably in business or engineering.
• Supervisory experience.
• SAP experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage, direct, and coordinate all activities related to a production shift to maximize productivity and minimize cost while maintaining quality.
• Typically supervise more than 40 employees.
• Coordinate with the Scheduler to ensure daily production requirements are achieved.
• Interview, hire, and train employees.
• Plan, assign, and direct work.
• Appraise employee performance.
• Reward and discipline employees.
• Address complaints and resolve problems.
• Ensure production data is gathered and reported correctly each day.
• Support and improve quality initiatives designed to meet plant goals.
• Ensure safety programs are implemented effectively, reviewed regularly, and revised as necessary.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Well-being resources focused on mental, physical, and financial health.
• Training and development opportunities, including skills development and advanced education programs.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program for non-union employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed