2nd Shift Production Supervisor (3pm-11:30pm) M-F

LuxWall, Inc.; Litchfield (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

LuxWall, Inc. is seeking a 2nd Shift Production Supervisor to lead its Glass Fabrication Line. This crucial role involves overseeing the production team to exceed quality and production goals in a dynamic manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate must have significant supervisory experience and a strong commitment to safety and quality standards.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

Qualifications

• 5 years supervisory experience in manufacturing.
• Experience with advanced automation technology.
• Knowledge of production management software.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise production workers to meet production goals.
• Implement production plans and quality control procedures.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Team Management

Communication

Decision-Making

Education

Associate degree in industrial engineering or manufacturing engineering

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Production management software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

2nd Shift Production Supervisor (3pm-11:30pm) M-F

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LuxWall is focused on the product development, scaling and commercializing of innovative glass products and solutions for the built environment. LuxWall’s transparent insulation technology, Enthermal Glass, provides a step change in energy performance by significantly reducing convective, conductive, and radiative heat gain and heat loss in buildings. Acting as a transparent thermos bottle for building, LuxWall has the potential to reduce global carbon emissions by more than 0.5 gigaton per year with mass adoption. Enthermal Glass will forever change the way buildings are designed and constructed for the future sustainability of our planet.

Job Overview

The 2nd Shift Production Supervisor is a leadership role responsible for leading and owning the production process for our Glass Fabrication Line. This newly created role involves managing and coordinating the activities of the production team to exceed production goals and quality standards.

This role drives the production process to ensure the team meets their daily production and quality goals. This role involves, ensuring safety regulations are followed, optimizing workflows, and maintaining production schedules. This is a hands on-leadership role.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and supervise production workers, ensuring efficient work practices.
• Assign tasks to production workers based on production schedules and skill levels.
• Monitor employee performance and provide feedback, training, and support as needed.
• Foster a positive work environment by promoting teamwork and addressing conflicts.
• Ensure that production processes run smoothly and efficiently.
• Monitor production output to meet daily, weekly, and monthly production goals.
• Coordinate with other departments (e.g., quality control, maintenance) to resolve production issues.
• Implement production plans, schedules, and workflow processes to optimize productivity.
• Ensure that products meet the company’s quality standards.
• Implement and enforce quality control procedures to minimize defects and waste.
• Work closely with the Quality Assurance team to address any quality issues.
• Ensure that all production activities comply with company safety policies and regulations.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and enforce the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Promote a culture of safety and ensure all employees are trained on safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate production records, including shift reports, production logs, and employee attendance.
• Report on production metrics, including output, efficiency, and quality.
• Provide regular updates to the Production Manager on production progress and challenges.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions.
• Participate in lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
• Collaborate with the engineering and maintenance teams to enhance production processes.
• Manage the inventory of raw materials, tools, and equipment needed for production.
• Coordinate with the supply chain or procurement teams to ensure timely availability of resources.
• Minimize downtime by ensuring equipment is well-maintained and ready for use.

Position Requirements

• Associate degree in industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering or at least 3 years manufacturing/production experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• 5 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• 5 years supervisory or managerial experience
• Experience with advanced automation technology.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of production management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent hands-on problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Requires working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery, chemicals, and varying temperatures and noise levels.
• Constant communication with employees, peers and management
• Overtime as required
• Frequent requirement of handling heavy equipment (operation)
• Frequent need to give concentrated attention to surroundings
• Physical Stamina: The job requires maintaining high energy levels and physical stamina to keep up with the pace of production and meet performance targets

LuxWall, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

All applicants must complete and pass a drug screening and background check. LuxWall's process is a 10-panel drug screen which includes marijuana.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing

• Industries

  Wholesale Building Materials and Glass Product Manufacturing

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

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