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

Sibelco Nordic Ab; North Carolina; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Prescription Drug Benefits

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

Sibelco is seeking a hands-on 1st shift Production Supervisor to lead our Wilson, NC manufacturing team. You will drive safety, reliability, and continuous improvement while delivering on production targets in a fast-paced facility.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years of supervisory manufacturing experience, knowledge of lean methods, and the ability to troubleshoot complex electrical/mechanical systems. Strong leadership and bilingual English/Spanish are preferred with MS Office proficiency.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Lean manufacturing / process improvement knowledge.
• MS Office proficiency (Excel & Word).
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production activities with safety as the top priority.
• Supervise employees and subcontractors.
• Develop and manage annual production work plans.
• Drive continuous improvement and lean initiatives site-wide.
• Ensure production targets and schedules are met.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

MS Office

Problem solving

Troubleshooting

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

High School Diploma (College degree preferred)

Tools

CMMS

Job description

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

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.

Are We the Perfect Match?

At Sibelco, we believe building a successful career is a two-way journey. We're looking for individuals who share our values and vision, just as much as you're seeking a company that aligns with your aspirations. Together, we can shape the future.

Job Description

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.

Your Impact in This Role

Production Leadership

• 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

Operational Excellence

• 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

Production Planning & Execution

• Ensure production targets and schedules are met
• Collaborate closely with production schedulers and leadership
• Proactively address delays, challenges, or resource gaps

Quality, Efficiency & Cost Control

• Balance customer requirements with production efficiency
• Maintain high standards in quality, output, and cost management

People Leadership

• 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

What You Bring to the Table

Experience & Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent (College degree preferred)
• 3-5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment

Technical Skills

• 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
• Rigging and heavy equipment handling

Additional Strengths

• Six Sigma certification (a plus)
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting ability
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel & Word required)
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Benefits

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

Sibelco is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Employee Type: Permanent

Why Join Us?

• Meet Our People: Careers
• Learn About Our Recruitment Process: Learn More
• Discover Our Sustainability Goals: Sibelco priorities

We also welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to support you through the selection process.