Production Supervisor

Evonik•Lafayette, IN

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

This posting is intended to fill three (3) Production Supervisor roles supporting buildings T100, T29, and T27. Supervision – Production will ensure that the products and services provided by production meet all customer requirements with regards to quality, timeliness, and cost. The Supervisor is accountable to ensure that all operations, methods, procedures, etc. are performed safely with respect to people, products, the environment, and equipment. In order to achieve this result, the Supervisor must be able to cooperate with customers and business partners both within their department, across the site, and externally.

Requirements

High school diploma and a two-year technical degree or five years of leadership experience
Previous supervisory experience
Strong decision-making skills
Proven leadership skills with emphasis in coaching/mentoring for performance improvement.
Ability to manage a flexible work schedule to meet the needs of the business.
Organizational skills including planning and prioritization of assignments.
Proven ability to contribute to a positive, productive work environment.
Proven ability to lead a group of people towards a set of common objectives.
Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication and listening skills.
Demonstrated effective conflict resolution skills.
Knowledge and / or experience with GMPs.
Must be computer literate and be proficient in using Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SAP, and DeltaV (or other similar automation system).
Ability to focus on continuous improvement and results oriented initiatives.
Ability to leverage experience, training, and information to accomplish goals.
Accurate and proficient analytical skills.
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to work in a heavily regulated environment.
Self-directed, self-managed, reliable, and capable of success with minimal supervision.
Ability to communicate and provide good customer service to internal and external organizations.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Minimum 15 years business/industrial experience preferred

Responsibilities

Responsible for ensuring 24 x 7 production support, 365 days a year
Continuously improve performance of direct reports by administering the Performance Management process, coaching, and providing feedback.
Build/create the safety culture in the department, plant site and Evonik
Establish expectations of direct reports and ensure expectations are met or exceeded.
Ensure direct reports are adequately trained to perform their duties.
Work towards building a cohesive team that is flexible and able to work cooperatively.
Assist personnel in the development of technical, interpersonal, and transferable skills.
Coach personnel by focusing on their strengths and suggesting ways for growth and improvement.
Drive and empower decision making to the lowest level in the organization.
Effectively communicate direction, objectives, and results as needed to the department, Tippe plant site and Evonik.
Assign resources to ensure adequate coverage for time off such as illnesses, vacation and medical leaves.