Hands-On Production Supervisor - Chemical Plant

PPG; Delaware (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Job summary

PPG is seeking a Production Supervisor for the Solventborne Plant to directly manage hourly union associates on shift and coordinate department activities with other shift supervisory teams. You will report to the Production Manager and plan daily work based on personnel, equipment, and materials, while leading a team in a chemical‑processing environment emphasizing safety and adherence to procedures.

The role requires strong leadership on the production floor, collaboration with QA,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years experience in a manufacturing supervisory role.
• Understanding of safety protocols and quality control measures.
• Knowledge of production scheduling and resource management.
• Experience managing processes, implementing process changes, resource planning, and production scheduling.
• Experience with Lean Methodology, process improvement initiatives, and 5S practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage salary and hourly employees, including two salary supervisors and approximately ten hourly employees.
• Coordinate production activities within the department on all shifts, ensuring cross‑department needs are met and plant goals are achieved.
• Maintain frequent contact with Quality Assurance, Operations Planning, Engineering, and Maintenance.
• Ensure product quality specifications are met, raw materials are available, and equipment and facility maintenance is completed.
• Work with the team to implement changes in job methods, operational improvements, and safety practices.
• Support safety, TPM, and continuous improvement programs, including involvement in employee safety, training, and counseling/mentoring.
• Be present on the production floor at least 75% of the working day to provide hands‑on leadership, coaching, and real‑time problem solving.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

People management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, or related field

Job description

PPG is seeking a Production Supervisor for the Solventborne Plant to directly manage hourly union associates on shift and coordinate department activities with other shift supervisory teams. You will report to the Production Manager and plan daily work based on personnel, equipment, and materials, while leading a team in a chemical‑processing environment emphasizing safety and adherence to procedures.

The role requires strong leadership on the production floor, collaboration with QA,