Process Technician Supervisor

UFP Grandview, LLC; Selma (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Grandview, LLC is seeking a Process Technician Supervisor to manage a team of process technicians on multiple extrusion lines. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, a focus on quality, and the ability to troubleshoot process-related issues to keep lines running smoothly.

You will train and mentor staff, ensure SOP compliance and safety, assist operators with parameter changes when profiles are out of spec, and collaborate with production planning, maintenance, and quality

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of supervisor or lead operator experience.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and read a tape measure and calipers.
• Ability to use and operate hand tools and maintain molders and brush machines.
• Ability to stand on concrete for long durations and lift up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions and communicate in English.
• Willingness to work shifts and pass a drug test.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate process technicians across extrusion lines.
• Improve productivity, efficiency, and quality while reducing downtime.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate technicians and ensure SOP and safety compliance.
• Assist operators to resolve processing issues and adjust parameters when out of spec.
• Collaborate with production planning, maintenance, and quality control to meet output goals.
• Maintain training manuals and records and ensure accurate documentation.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Supervisor experience

Mathematical calculations

Tape measure use

Calipers use

Hand tools operation

Quality awareness

Reading blueprints

English communication

Shift work ability

Drug test pass ability

Tools

Molders

Brush machines

Job description

General Summary

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Process Technician Supervisor to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing our team of Process Technicians. This role requires strong mechanical aptitude, a focus on quality, and the ability to troubleshoot process-related issues.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Primary objectives are productivity improvement, process efficiency, downtime reduction, and high quality.
• Supervise and coordinate the activities of process technicians across multiple extrusion lines.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate process technicians; develop their technical skills and ensure compliance with SOPs and safety protocols.
• Assist extruder operators in solving processing issues and recommend parameter changes when extruded profiles are out of specification.
• Collaborate with production planning, maintenance, and quality control teams to meet output goals and resolve cross-functional issues.
• Maintains various training manuals, records and performs other duties as required.
• Ensure all documents are being filled and updated as needed by technicians.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and suggest process enhancements.

Job Specifications

Knowledge

• 3 years of supervisor or lead operator, related work experience and / or proven performance.
• Demonstrate ability in basic mathematical computations and to accurately use a tape measure and calipers.
• Demonstrate ability to use and operate hand tools and to perform routine maintenance on molders and brush machines.
• Ability to stand on concrete surfaces for up to three hours without a break and twelve hours with breaks, lift weights up to 100 pounds at shoulder level.
• Demonstrate ability to give, comprehend, follow written and oral instructions, and effectively communicate with fellow employees.
• Ability to work shifts and hours mandated by management and to pass a drug test.

Skills and abilities

• Ability to work in a safe manner
• Ability to recognize quality of material
• Demonstrates ability to perform LOTO
• Demonstrates ability to follow specific instructions and directions
• Demonstrate ability to use and operate hand tools
• Demonstrate ability to stack material properly
• Ability to pay attention to surroundings
• Ability to identify safety issues in their work area, and notice equipment malfunctions
• Ability to understand basic verbal and written instructions in English.
• Ability to read a tape measure and read blue prints or plans
• Ability to troubleshoot the machine or equipment in use.
• Ability to understand efficiencies and productivity measures
• Demonstrate eye-hand coordination
• Ability to work under immediate supervision
• Ability to pass a drug test
• Ability to work hours mandated by management

Conduct

• Safety conscious
• Team player and goal oriented
• Open to change and positive attitude
• Committed to plant and company goals
• Participates in Safety and CI programs
• Punctual and reliable
• Looks for ways to improve productivity and department results

Disclaimer Statement

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

“UFP Industries and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.