Production Supervisor

3A Composites Display and Graphic Arts Americas; Benton (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading composites manufacturer in Kentucky is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee staff and production targets. This role involves ensuring safety training, managing employees' timekeeping, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Candidates should have over 5 years of manufacturing supervisory experience and be proficient in Microsoft Office. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits including medical, vision, and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment as a Supervisor or comparable leadership role.
• Proficiency with computer operations and programs such as Microsoft Office.
• Ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all associates receive required safety training.
• Monitor and manage time-keeping records for all employees.
• Partner with departments to identify process improvement opportunities.

Skills

5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment

Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Effective written and oral communication

Ability to work a rotating 12-hour schedule

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Education

Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Operations preferred

Tools

ERP – SAP experience

Job description

The Production Supervisor is a critical role in overall plant operations. This individual is responsible for taking full responsibility of a shift in terms of management of staff, management of production and quality targets and to ensure the smooth running of the production processes. The Production Supervisor coordinates the daily activities of the Production Team to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency while developing a team environment. The Supervisor provides a safe work environment through proper training and communications.

Responsibilities

• Have exemplary personal conduct that demonstrates integrity, commitment, judgment and courtesy to all co‑workers, customers and vendors by living 3A’s Core Values.
• Be a “Champion” of safe work behaviors through exemplary personal safety habits, stringent enforcement of Safety Rules and Procedures, and regular performance of safety audits for all areas of control.
• Ensure all associates receive required safety training and attend scheduled safety meetings.
• Assume responsibility for “Human Resources” tasks with regard to team members.
• Monitor and manage time‑keeping records and vacation usage for all employees on shift.
• Ensure new hires are appropriately trained in good manufacturing practices, quality standards and machine operations.
• Administer and document disciplinary action as necessary with input from Production Manager and Human Resources Manager.
• Provide an atmosphere that fosters open, honest communication within team, with other teams and across departments.
• Motivate team members to produce products that meet or exceed customer expectations.
• Maintain a culture of continuous improvement, quality, high performance and process excellence.
• Monitor quality and make recommendations on when to stop production based on material being out of specification in conjunction with the Operations & Quality Teams.
• Coordinate trouble‑shooting activities.
• Responsible for the accurate completion of all paperwork including but not limited to production and downtime reports and incident reports.
• Work closely with other Shift Supervisors to ensure production handovers are effective communication tools.
• Partner with all departments to identify and address process improvement opportunities to eliminate waste, enhance safety, reduce cost, increase capacity and productivity and improve the end product.

Requirements & Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment as a Supervisor or comparable leadership role.
• Associate’s Degree (Bachelor’s Degree in Business Operations or other relevant discipline preferred).
• Proficiency with computer operations and programs such as Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) or other data tracking systems.
• Proficiency with computer automated scheduling systems (ERP – SAP experience a plus).
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Plastic extrusion experience highly desirable.
• Effective written and oral communication, organization, and interpersonal skills; ability to review and interpret concepts and to communicate necessary actions and requests clearly and concisely.
• High regard for respect in the workplace with good ethical and moral judgment.
• Ability and willingness to work a rotating 12‑hour Dupont style schedule.
• Ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule to ensure supervisor coverage as needed.

About 3A Composites

• 3A Composites is a leading player in segments such as composite panels for high‑quality facades and display applications. In the United States, its best‑known brands are Alucobond®, Dibond®, Gatorfoam®, Sintra®, and Fome‑Cor®.

Seniority Level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Wholesale Building Materials

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)

Location: Murray, KY

Salary: $65,000.00‑$80,000.00