Grid Production Supervisor 2nd shift

ROCKWOOL International A/S; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans from

401K match

Paid time off and holidays

Educational assistance & career growth

Wellness perks

PPE and safety programs

Job summary

ROCKWOOL Group in Chicago is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead Grid product manufacturing, ensuring safety, quality and efficiency.

You will manage a team of up to 30, coordinate schedules, coach staff, and drive continuous improvement using SAP and Lean practices.

The role offers competitive pay, benefits from day one, and opportunities for growth in a global leader in stone wool solutions.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Post-secondary education in related field is an asset.
• Experience leading production teams, including scheduling, performance management, and coaching.
• Knowledge of production operations, workplace safety, and continuous improvement practices.
• Experience with SAP or other ERP/MES systems is an asset.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a production team of up to 30 employees to safely achieve production, quality, and efficiency goals.
• Schedule and coordinate production activities to meet customer demand and delivery timelines.
• Coach, train, and evaluate team members, including scheduling, timekeeping, performance management, corrective action, and hiring support.
• Monitor production plans, performance, and downtime using SAP and other production systems to identify and implement process improvements.
• Promote a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with safety standards, conducting accident investigations, and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, planning, shipping, and other departments to optimize production and resolve operational issues.
• Apply Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices to improve productivity and product quality.
• Maintain accurate production records, inventory support, and an organized work environment.
• Support plant operations, including facility opening/closing and other operational needs as required.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Production team leadership

Communication skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

SAP experience

Education

Post-secondary education in related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

We are seeking a Production Supervisor based in our Chicago Factory to join the Rockfon Production team.

Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 2:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.

Address: 4849 S. Austin Ave, Chicago, Illinois 60638

Ready to help build a better future for generations to come? In an ever-changing, fast paced world, we owe it to ourselves and our future generations to live life responsibly. At ROCKWOOL, we work relentlessly to enrich modern living through our innovative stone wool solutions. Join us and make a difference!

What you will be doing:

The Production Supervisor is responsible for cost effective manufacturing of Grid products consistent with required quality standards, safe work practices, effective housekeeping and maintaining compliance with personnel policies.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise a production team of up to 30 employees to safely achieve production, quality, and efficiency goals.
• Schedule and coordinate production activities to meet customer demand and delivery timelines.
• Coach, train, and evaluate team members, including scheduling, timekeeping, performance management, corrective action, and hiring support.
• Monitor production plans, performance, and downtime using SAP and other production systems to identify and implement process improvements.
• Promote a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with safety standards, conducting accident investigations, and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, planning, shipping, and other departments to optimize production and resolve operational issues.
• Apply Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices to improve productivity and product quality.
• Maintain accurate production records, inventory support, and an organized work environment.
• Support plant operations, including facility opening/closing and other operational needs as required.

What you bring:

• 2-5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Post-secondary education in a related field is an asset.
• Experience leading production teams, including scheduling, performance management, and coaching.
• Knowledge of production operations, workplace safety, and continuous improvement practices.
• Experience with SAP or other ERP/MES systems is an asset.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

What we offer:

• Competitive Pay & Benefits from Day 1: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401K Match: Up to 6%
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO, 12 paid holidays, and parental leave.
• Educational Assistance & Career Growth: Invest in your future.
• Wellness Perks: Fitness reimbursement and EAP access.
• Safety First: Company-provided PPE and programs to keep you protected.

The annual salary range for this role is $70,000 - $90,000. Your base salary is determined based on location, experience and the pay of employees in similar positions.

Who we are:

We are the world leader in stone wool solutions. Founded in 1937 in Denmark, we transform volcanic rock into safe, sustainable products that help people and communities thrive. We are a global company with 12,000 employees, located in 37 countries with 36 manufacturing facilities, all focused on one common purpose - to release the natural power of stone to enrich modern living. Sustainability is central to our business strategy. Through our partnership with One Ocean Foundation and in connection with our sponsorship of the Denmark SailGP team, we help raise awareness around ocean health challenges in an effort to accelerate solutions to protect it.

This role is part of our Rockfon business, a division of the ROCKWOOL Group. Rockfon delivers comprehensive ceiling system solutions, integrating stone wool and specialty metal ceiling panels with Chicago Metallic suspension systems, providing high-quality, sustainable offerings to our customers. To learn more, visit www.rockfon.com.

Our Culture and Commitment:

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and heard. With employees representing 91 nationalities, we champion diversity, provide equal opportunities, and actively combat all forms of discrimination. At ROCKWOOL, you'll find a welcoming team environment built on what we proudly call "The ROCKWOOL Way". This cultural foundation reflects our core values: ambition, responsibility, integrity and efficiency. ROCKWOOL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We assess all qualified candidates based solely on their skills and qualifications, without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

At ROCKWOOL Group, we are committed to enriching the lives of everyone who experiences our products and services. We help our customers and communities tackle many of today’s biggest sustainability and development challenges, from energy consumption and noise pollution to fire resilience, water scarcity and flooding. Our product range reflects the diversity of the world’s needs while helping our stakeholders reduce their own carbon footprint. Stone wool is a fully recyclable, versatile material that forms the basis of all our businesses. With ~11,800 dedicated colleagues in 37 countries and sales in more than 120, we are the world leader in stone wool products, from building insulation to acoustic ceilings, external cladding systems to horticultural solutions, customised stone wool insulation components for other manufacturers’ products and systems (OEM), to insulation for the process industry and marine & offshore.

Ready to help build a better future for generations to come? Join us and make a difference! http://www.rockwool.com/group/about-us/careers/