Compounding Supervisor

Champion-Packaging-; Woodridge (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Champion-Packaging- in Woodridge, IL seeks an experienced Compound Department Supervisor to lead our chemical mixing, filtration, bulk filling, and inventory ordering. Bilingual English/Spanish is required to communicate, train staff, and enforce safety across the department.

You will supervise, coach, and evaluate staff; oversee batch records and supplier relations; ensure GMP, safety and cost control, and drive improvements in quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in English and Spanish, written and spoken.
• 3–5+ years in manufacturing or chemical processing, including compounding, mixing, or blending.
• 1–2+ years of supervisory or lead experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the compound department operators and technicians; schedule tasks and set production priorities.
• Oversee mixing/blending, filtration, and bulk filling; manage inventory levels and supplier relations.
• Enforce GMP, safety protocols, PPE, and chemical handling; investigate quality issues and equipment problems.
• Track costs and report production, cost, and performance metrics to plant leadership.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Supervisory/Team Lead

Manufacturing/Chemical processing

Leadership & communication

Inventory management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree in Chemical Technology / Industrial Technology

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry / Chemical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Spreadsheets

Production/inventory software

Job description

Description

We're looking for an experienced, hands-on Compound Department Supervisor to lead our chemical mixing/blending, filtration, bulk filling, and inventory ordering operations. This is a great opportunity for a hands-on leader who wants ownership over a critical production department, with the ability to drive real improvements in quality, cost, and efficiency. Because our team includes both English and Spanish speakers, bilingual fluency is required to communicate effectively, train staff, and enforce safety procedures across the entire department.

Requirements

Lead the Team

• Supervise, schedule, and train compound department operators and technicians in both English and Spanish as needed.
• Assign daily tasks and set production priorities based on order volume and deadlines.
• Coach and evaluate staff performance, addressing issues and supporting growth.

Own the Process

• Oversee mixing/blending of raw chemicals and ingredients, ensuring formulas and batch records are followed accurately.
• Manage filtration and fluid processing operations, tracking filter usage, vessel performance, and associated costs.
• Build and manage bulk filling schedules to meet customer and production deadlines.
• Oversee liquid raw material ordering, monitoring inventory levels and managing supplier relationships.

Drive Quality & Safety

• Enforce safety protocols, PPE requirements, and proper chemical handling procedures department-wide.
• Investigate and resolve quality issues, process inconsistencies, and equipment problems.
• Maintain compliance with GMP, environmental, and regulatory standards.

Control Costs

• Track department costs including raw materials, filtration supplies, and labor.
• Identify and implement cost‑saving opportunities across mixing, filtration, filling, and ordering.
• Report on production, cost, and performance metrics to plant leadership.

What You Bring

• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish (spoken and written) — REQUIRED.
• 3-5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or chemical processing environment, including compounding, mixing, or blending.
• 1-2+ years of supervisory or lead experience.
• Solid understanding of filtration systems, fluid processing, and batch production.
• Experience with inventory management and supplier/vendor ordering.
• Comfortable with basic computer applications (spreadsheets, production/inventory software).
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of workplace safety regulations and chemical handling requirements (SDS, PPE, GMP).
• High school diploma or GED required; associate's or bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.

Education & Certifications

Minimum Required

• High school diploma or GED.

Preferred

• Associate's degree in Chemical Technology, Process Technology, or Industrial Technology.
• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering (a plus, not required).
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 safety certification.
• HAZWOPER or hazardous materials handling certification.
• Forklift / powered industrial truck (PIT) certification.

Relevant hands‑on experience in a compounding or chemical processing environment is weighted at least as heavily as formal education for this role.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk, stand, and move throughout the production floor for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Ability to wear required PPE (gloves, safety glasses, respirators, etc.) as needed.
• Comfortable working around chemical odors, noise, and varying temperatures typical of a production floor.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non‑disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance