Booster Operations Supervisor (24/7 On-Call)

AUSTIN POWDER COMPANY; Red Diamond (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Powder invites applicants for a supervisory/leadership role at our Ohio facility. You will oversee safety-first operations, back up the Booster/Balloons Manager, and stay on-call to support production.

The position requires hands-on leadership, strong communication, and the ability to manage schedules and materials across shifts. Candidates should have 1+ years in supervision in manufacturing and experience in explosive or chemical environments, plus mechanical troubleshooting aptitude.

Qualifications

• 18+ years of age.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 60 lbs regularly and stand/walk up to 10 hours per day.
• High manual dexterity and mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Uphold the company’s top priorities: Safety and Service in all decisions and actions.
• Serve as the primary backup to the Booster/Balloons Manager and be on-call 24/7.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with team leaders and act as a trusted listener.
• Manage inventory and ordering materials and products.
• Assist in creating, coordinating, and communicating the production schedule.
• Support tracking and reporting of production efficiencies.
• Complete Management of Change (MOC) documentation and temporary work instructions.
• Develop expertise in plant operations, systems, and products.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and contribute to effective solutions.
• Support the manager in executing company policies and initiatives.
• Promote clear communication and be open to feedback.
• Take a hands-on approach to problem-solving and team engagement.
• Provide support during employee training and when challenges arise.
• Attend management meetings as a delegate when assigned.
• Use multiple communication methods to engage with employees.
• Demonstrate frequent coaching and mentoring.

Skills

Supervisory or leadership experience

Explosive or chemical manufacturing

Mechanically inclined

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Austin Powder invites applicants for a supervisory/leadership role at our Ohio facility. You will oversee safety-first operations, back up the Booster/Balloons Manager, and stay on-call to support production.

The position requires hands-on leadership, strong communication, and the ability to manage schedules and materials across shifts. Candidates should have 1+ years in supervision in manufacturing and experience in explosive or chemical environments, plus mechanical troubleshooting aptitude.