Value Stream Leader/Production Supervisor - Wilkes Barre, PA

Morgan Advanced Materials • Wilkes-Barre, PA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Morgan Advanced Materials in Wilkes-Barre, PA is actively hiring a Value Stream Leader/Production Supervisor. This position is responsible for the overall performance for site departments, value streams, and shifts while interfacing with all levels of the organization to foster the growth of employees while continuously improving the safety, quality, delivery, and cost position of the organization while exemplifying Morgan behaviors and code. The company is a global organization with 70 sites in 18 countries, founded in the UK in 1856, with expertise in ceramic and carbon materials. The Technical Ceramics business engineers high performance functional and structural ceramic materials, components and sub-assemblies. Key figures include Revenue £1,100.7m (2024), ~8,000 employees, manufacturing in 20+ countries, and a global customer portfolio. It is a UK PLC listed on the London Stock Exchange and a Member of the FTSE 250 Index.

Requirements

• High School Diploma required
• Five+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing setting
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing culture and tools
• Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing
• Experience with employee payroll transactions/approvals
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and documentation skills
• Problem analysis and resolution
• Proven ability to lead people and drive results in a team environment
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Self-starter, self-motivated, hands-on leader
• Strong ability to work independently and under pressure with minimal supervision
• Must have the ability and willingness to succeed in an environment where safety, creativity, commitment, accountability, customer satisfaction, results orientation and continuous improvement are the core values
• Must be familiar with ERP Systems
• Must be able to clearly present ideas and reports in written and verbal format
• Must be able to work well with direct reports, peers and leaders in all departments of the company as well as external contacts
• This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). All applicants must be a US citizen, permanent resident card holder or a US person as defined by 22CFR120.15

Nice To Haves

• degree in a business, technical, engineering or relevant field preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversees all assigned area(s) by providing the appropriate leadership and training to production personnel while coordinating work as necessary while following established procedures and approved processes.
• Plans, schedules and coordinates shift activities to deliver manufactured products in a timely fashion while recording, analyzing, and reporting process data.
• Suggests and implements action plans to control and improve the manufacturing process consistent with the strategic initiatives.
• Troubleshoots issues, calibrates equipment and monitors maintenance.
• Establishes and maintains effective communication with the Engineering, Quality Control, and all supporting departments.
• Ensures ongoing continuous improvement in all areas of responsibility.
• Attends DGA meetings as required.
• Creates and drives 6-S activities.
• Works collaboratively with management and HR on employee engagement and interactions to ensure effective employee relations consistent with policies and procedures.
• Effectively manages labor and cost associated with labor.
• Participates in cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensures workplace safety by performing risk assessments, hazard spotting tours, and engagement activities.
• Communicates with employees on all levels within the organization.

Benefits

• Morgan Advanced Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

What This Job Offers

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