Production Supervisor

Vibrantz Technologies Inc.; Ashtabula (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Vibrantz Technologies Inc. in Ashtabula, OH is hiring a Production Supervisor II to oversee daily manufacturing operations across batching, mixing, dispersion, filling, and packaging.

You will coordinate labor, materials, and equipment to meet targets while maintaining quality, safety, and cost standards. The role requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent manufacturing experience and 5 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing, with 2–5 years in production operations.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent manufacturing experience.
• 5+ years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 2–5 years experience in manufacturing operations.
• Experience leading or supervising hourly production employees.
• Knowledge of manufacturing best practices, safety requirements, inventory systems, quality systems, and ERP applications with strong computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily manufacturing operations to meet production schedules while maintaining safety and cost standards.
• Coordinate labor, materials, equipment, and resources to optimize workflow and inventory accuracy.
• Monitor production performance metrics and implement corrective actions to improve productivity and quality.
• Lead, coach, and develop production staff through training, performance management, and onboarding support.
• Oversee safe production practices, proper handling, storage, and disposal of materials, and safety investigations.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing operations

ERP systems

Safety compliance

Inventory management

Quality systems

Computer skills

Education

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

Job description

## Production SupervisorApply: Ashtabula, OH: Full time: Posted 2 Days Ago: REQ269033# **About Vibrantz Technologies** Vibrantz Technologies is a leading global provider of specialty chemicals and materials solutions whose purpose is to bring color, performance, and vibrancy to life. Every day, our employees, the products we make, and our valued customer partnerships are inspired by this purpose. Serving over 11,000 customers, Vibrantz's technologies are trusted in a variety of advanced materials, color solutions and performance coatings applications and consumer products. We are experts in particle engineering, glass and ceramic science and color technology. Our technologies are used in small amounts to make big impacts on applications and consumer products, including durable vehicles and batteries, easier-to-clean appliances, energy efficient roof titles and bricks, stronger and more decorative glass, and echo-friendly paints. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Vibrantz has over 50 manufacturing facilities and sales offices on six continents, and we employe 4,500 individuals. Our shared culture is rooted strongly in our four core values that focus on winning with customers, striving for excellence, championing people, and doing the right thing. Vibrantz is owned by American Securities, a leading U.S. private equity firm that invests in market-leading North American companies with annual revenue generally ranging from $200 million to $2 billion and/or $50 million to $200 million of EBITDA. American Securities and its affiliates have approximately $23 Billion under management and are based in New York with an office in Shanghai. For more information, please visit www.vibrantz.com and www.american-securities.com # **Location**Ashtabula, OH # **Total Rewards** We offer comprehensive total rewards packages including base pay, variable incentive programs, 401K, medical, dental, vision, life & disability and variety of well-being resources that meet the needs of our diverse workforce. Union benefits are governed by the applicable collective bargaining unit agreement. $75,217.47 - $94,021.84 Vibrantz is committed to maintaining pay transparency in accordance with applicable laws and best practices. Compensation for this position will be determined based on a combination of factors, including education, professional certifications, relevant experience, and other job-related considerations permitted by law. # **Role Overview** The Production Supervisor II oversees daily manufacturing operations to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production across batching, mixing, dispersion, filling, and packaging processes. This role coordinates production schedules, personnel, materials, and equipment to achieve operational targets while maintaining quality, safety, and cost standards. The position provides direct leadership to production employees, supports process improvements, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to strengthen manufacturing performance. Success in this role requires strong people leadership, operational knowledge, problem-solving capabilities, and a commitment to continuous improvement. # **Key Responsibilities** * Supervise daily manufacturing operations, including batching, mixing, dispersion, filling, and packaging, to achieve production schedules and maintain established quality, safety, and cost standards.* Coordinate labor, materials, equipment, and production resources to optimize workflow, minimize downtime, and support inventory accuracy through collaboration with warehouse and materials management teams.* Monitor production performance metrics, including output, scrap, downtime, and efficiency, and implement corrective actions to improve productivity, quality, and operational performance.* Lead, coach, and develop production employees through training, performance management, hiring and onboarding support, disciplinary processes, and initiatives that strengthen accountability and teamwork.* Oversee safe production practices, proper handling, storage, and disposal of materials, and workplace safety activities, including incident investigations, near-miss reporting, and corrective actions.* Partner with Quality Assurance and other operational teams to maintain product specifications, address quality concerns, and support the introduction of new products, formulations, and process changes.* Drive Lean, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, safety, quality, and waste reduction while providing operational leadership support as needed.# **Required Qualifications** * Education: Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Business, or a related field, or equivalent manufacturing experience.* Supervisory Experience: Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.* Manufacturing Experience: 2–5 years of experience in manufacturing operations.* Previous experience leading or supervising hourly production employees.* Working knowledge of manufacturing best practices, safety requirements, inventory systems, quality systems, and ERP applications, along with strong computer skills. # **Preferred Qualification****s** * Experience in paint, coatings, chemicals, or similar process manufacturing environments.