Booster Supervisor – Manufacturing Operations Lead

Austin Powder Company; Kentucky; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Powder is seeking a Booster Supervisor to lead and support production in McArthur, OH. The role requires supervisory experience in a manufacturing setting and a background in explosive or chemical manufacturing, with strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.

The position includes on-call coverage, safety and service focus, and collaboration with the Booster/Balloons Manager to maintain schedules and drive efficiency. Training and mentoring are part of the responsibilities.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of supervisory or leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 1+ years of experience in explosive or chemical manufacturing.
• Mechanically inclined with troubleshooting experience.

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 for employees.
• Manage inventory and ordering materials and products; assist in creating and communicating production schedules.
• Support tracking and reporting of production efficiencies; complete MOC documentation and temporary work instructions.
• Develop expertise in plant operations, systems, and products; troubleshoot issues with attention to detail.
• Provide support during training, engage with the team, and participate in management meetings as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Austin Powder is seeking a Booster Supervisor to lead and support production in McArthur, OH. The role requires supervisory experience in a manufacturing setting and a background in explosive or chemical manufacturing, with strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.

The position includes on-call coverage, safety and service focus, and collaboration with the Booster/Balloons Manager to maintain schedules and drive efficiency. Training and mentoring are part of the responsibilities.