Manufacturing Supervisor - 3rd shift

Morgan Advanced Materials; Saint Marys (Elk County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Production Supervisor to manage operations and ensure quality compliance. In this dynamic role, you will oversee team performance, implement efficient processes, and maintain safety standards. Your leadership will drive production success while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to sustainability and innovation, where your contributions will have a lasting impact on diverse industries and communities. If you are passionate about manufacturing and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent manufacturing training required.
• Strong math and communication skills are essential.
• Proficiency in standard systems and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage production operations ensuring compliance with quality standards.
• Oversee, train, and guide team members during shifts.
• Implement process improvements and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Mathematical Skills

Communication Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Decision-Making Skills

Time Management

Planning Skills

Negotiation Skills

Education

Associate Degree in Manufacturing

Equivalent Manufacturing Training

Two Years of Manufacturing Experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

At Morgan Advanced Materials, our rich history and dedication to innovation define who we are. Since our establishment in the UK in 1856, we have expanded globally, now operating across 70 sites in 18 countries. Our goal is to create a more sustainable world and enhance quality of life through the development and production of advanced materials.

Within our business unit, we specialize in innovating cutting-edge carbon, graphite, and carbide products that deliver outstanding performance. We leverage our expertise to solve complex challenges across diverse industries, providing effective solutions for our valued customers.

Our products help shape a better future; from enabling electric cars to charge faster and drive longer distances, to maximizing wind turbine efficiency. We are proud to support power generation for billions, deliver water to drought-affected regions, improve industrial pump efficiency, and protect lives on land and in the air.

Key Figures: Revenue of £1,114.7m (2023), approximately 8,500 employees, manufacturing in over 20 countries, serving a global customer base. Headquartered in Windsor, Berkshire, UK. Listed on the London Stock Exchange and part of the FTSE 250 Index.

Responsibilities

The role involves managing production operations from incoming materials to finished products, ensuring compliance with quality standards, safety regulations, and schedules. The supervisor oversees, trains, and guides team members during shifts, enforces processing guidelines, maintains records, and manages staffing and equipment needs.

Essential Functions:

1. Maintain a safe workplace through observations and enforcement of safety rules.
2. Handle issues with incoming materials via the MRB process or quality assurance.
3. Coordinate staffing to meet production schedules.
4. Communicate with production control and customer service regarding needs and changes.
5. Share resources with other production teams for overall efficiency.
6. Ensure compliance with quality systems through routine checks.
7. Promote 5S and lean methodologies for an efficient, clean, and organized operation.
8. Identify and contribute to process improvement initiatives.
9. Implement cross-training for workforce flexibility.
10. Conduct coaching and discipline as needed.
11. Collaborate with support functions for assistance or support.
12. Manage labor and supplies within budget guidelines.
13. Perform routine administrative duties related to staffing and records.
14. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications and Education: Associate degree or equivalent manufacturing training, or two years of manufacturing experience. Strong math, communication, mechanical aptitude, decision-making skills, and proficiency with standard systems are required.

Additional Requirements:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to present ideas and reports clearly in writing and verbally.
• Good interpersonal skills for working with subordinates, peers, superiors, and external contacts.
• Effective time management, planning, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to walk and stand for most of an 8-hour shift, climb stairs, and lift up to 35 pounds.

Legal Eligibility:

• Citizen or permanent resident of the United States, or
• Protected individual as per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) and 22CFR120.15.

Morgan Advanced Materials is an EEO/AA/M/W/D/V employer. Ind-1