Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift - Sun Chemical

Job Title:   Production Supervisor 

Location:   St. Charles, IL 

Shift:          2nd Shift  (2pm-10pm)

JOB OVERVIEW: Under the general supervision of the Production Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day running of the Production Department, responsible for meeting all production and shipping requirements in a safe, timely and efficient manner.  Works with the QC Laboratory in developing and implementing quality programs.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and coach with integrity and respect!
• Plan, organize and control the day-to-day activities of the Production Department to meet customer requirements including the scheduling of orders, manpower planning and the effective use of equipment.
• Ensure all employees understand and follow standard operating procedures through training programs and control systems.
• Communicate special instructions to operators and enforce plant rules and regulations.
• Ensure good housekeeping practices are maintained in all areas of the plant.
• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly safety and housekeeping instructions.
• Be involved in the plant safety programs, reviewing and enforcing all safety and health regulations, providing safety training, and investigating any safety problem or accident within department.
• Ensure compliance with hazardous waste programs and hazard material identification systems.
• Audit the satellite waste accumulation areas daily.
• Support the laboratory in all areas of quality control including process improvements, sampling and manufacturing techniques, raw material approval and work off programs.
• Coordinate with Maintenance Department to implement an effective and timely maintenance program to ensure proper equipment life.
• Work with inventory control in measuring and controlling raw material and ink losses through accurate measuring and control systems.
• Enter work orders into SAP.
• Document and report on equipment utilization including filter usage, department productivity and overtime performance.
• Report and discuss any manufacturing or delivery problems with Management.

Education & Experience:

•  HiS Diploma or equivalent
•  3-5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations.
• Good communication, organization, and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of SAP and computer skills (MS Office, Word, Excel)
• Decision-making ability.
• Problem-solving skills​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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Plus:

• Batch management experience

Background and Drug Screen are mandatory if an offer is made.

We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k)+match and life insurance. Eligibility of benefit timing may vary.