Production Supervisor

tmax Group; Aurora (IL); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

tmax Group is seeking a Production Supervisor (2nd shift) for our Aurora, IL site. You will oversee daily production operations, guide the shop floor team, and ensure quality, safety, and efficiency targets are met.

This on-site role partners with engineering, quality, logistics, and management to drive on-time delivery and continuous improvement. Ideal candidates bring strong supervisory skills, production planning experience, and SAP knowledge, with a background in high-temperature or

Formación

• Experience leading production teams on the shop floor.
• Proficient in creating and following production schedules.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations and quality standards.
• Experience in high-temperature or technical production is a plus.
• SAP experience is required.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee daily production operations and ensure output meets quality, safety, and efficiency standards.
• Coordinate production schedules and assign tasks to team members.
• Monitor workflow, address production issues, and optimize resource utilization.
• Maintain accurate production records and reports; collaborate with engineering, quality, logistics, and management to ensure timely delivery and regulatory compliance.

Conocimientos

Supervisory Skills

Production Scheduling

Production Management

Communication Skills

Manufacturing Experience

Safety Regulations Knowledge

Lean / Process Optimization

Technical Documentation Interpretation

Machinery & Tools Experience

Educación

Technical diploma / associate degree in production

Herramientas

SAP

Descripción del empleo

Company Description

tmax Group is a global leader in the design and manufacture of thermal and acoustic insulation systems for high-temperature applications. Founded in 1976, the company is recognized for technically sophisticated, customer-specific solutions that improve energy efficiency and safety across diverse industries. tmax products are used in large engines for marine and stationary power generation, agricultural and mining equipment, commercial vehicles, passenger cars, and emerging hydrogen technologies such as fuel cells and electrolysers. With deep application expertise and proven processes, tmax Group focuses on solving complex high-temperature challenges for its customers, now and in the future. tmax Germany GmbH is headquartered in Mannheim, Germany, and serves international markets with reliable, innovative insulation solutions.

Role Description

The Production Supervisor role (2nd shift) is a full-time, on-site position based in Aurora, IL. This role is responsible for overseeing daily production operations, including coordinating production schedules, assigning tasks, and ensuring that output meets quality, safety, and efficiency standards. The Production Supervisor leads and supports production team members, provides clear guidance and feedback, and fosters a culture of continuous improvement. Day-to-day tasks include monitoring workflow, addressing production issues, optimizing resource utilization, and maintaining accurate production records and reports. The role also collaborates closely with engineering, quality, logistics, and management to ensure timely delivery, adherence to customer requirements, and compliance with company policies and regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Supervisory Skills, including team leadership, coaching, and performance management.


• Candidates should possess experience with Production Schedules and Production Planning to coordinate resources and meet delivery deadlines.


• Candidates should possess solid Production Management capabilities to oversee processes, ensure quality, and drive continuous improvement.


• Candidates should possess effective Communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and provide clear direction on the shop floor.


• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments, preferably in high-temperature or technical production settings, is beneficial.


• Knowledge of safety regulations, quality standards, and lean or process optimization methodologies is an advantage.


• Ability to interpret technical documentation and use basic production-related software and reporting tools is preferred.


• Relevant education such as a technical diploma, associate degree, or equivalent experience in production, manufacturing, or industrial technology is desired.


• SAP knowledge is required.


• Self-motivated individual


• Must have experience using various types of manufacturing machinery and tools

Tmax is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, creed, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran, or genetic information. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please call the HR Department at 630 642 9164 for assistance.