Production Supervisor

PLZ Corp; Bridgeview (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

PLZ Corp is seeking a dedicated 1st Shift Production Supervisor for its Bridgeview IL facility. The successful candidate will oversee day-to-day operations in the aerosol manufacturing environment, ensuring efficiency, quality, and adherence to safety standards while leading production teams. Candidates should possess strong leadership skills and experience in rapid manufacturing setups.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of supervision experience in a high speed manufacturing environment.
• Experience implementing Lean Strategy of 5S and standardizing work.

Responsibilities

• Supervise production teams, ensuring efficient operations.
• Maintain safety standards and conduct safety inspections.
• Monitor product quality and manage performance reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Production Efficiency

Quality Control

Safety Standards

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or a related field

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

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Base pay range

$85,000.00/yr - $95,000.00/yr

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced 1st Shift Production Supervisor at the Bridgeview IL facility to oversee the day-to-day operations in our aerosol manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a thorough understanding of production processes, and experience in the aerosol industry. You will be responsible for supervising production teams, ensuring efficient operations, maintaining safety standards, driving training initiatives, managing performance reviews, holding individuals accountable for their responsibilities, and achieving production targets.

Key Responsibility:

• Maintain Safety Standards: Ensure that all production activities comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations. Conduct regular safety inspections and ensure a safe working environment.
• Quality Control: Monitor product quality and ensure that all products meet the specified standards and specifications. Work closely with the quality control team to address any quality issues promptly.
• Supervise Production Teams: Lead, train, and mentor production staff to ensure they perform effectively and adhere to all production schedules and targets.
• Ensure Production Efficiency: Oversee daily production operations to meet or exceed efficiency, quality, and cost goals. Identify areas for process improvements and implement solutions.
• Equipment Maintenance: Ensure that all production machinery is in optimal working condition. Collaborate with the maintenance team to address mechanical issues and minimize downtime.
• Inventory Management: Assist with inventory control and ensure that raw materials, batches, and finished goods are managed efficiently.
• Production Planning: Work closely with the production manager and scheduler to plan and schedule production runs, ensuring the appropriate allocation of resources.
• Reporting & Documentation: Maintain accurate production records, including output, downtime, waste, and other relevant metrics. Provide regular reports to upper management on production performance and KPIs.
• Compliance: Ensure all production processes and practices comply with company policies, industry standards, and legal requirements.
• Recognize: Acknowledge individual and team achievements to motivate and maintain morale.
• Culture: Foster an inclusive environment by valuing diverse perspectives and encouraging collaboration.
• Communication: Maintain open, transparent communication to ensure clarity, alignment, and team engagement.
• Training & Development: Implement and evaluate training programs to ensure employees are skilled and up to date on safety, operations, and equipment.
• Performance Reviews: Conduct regular evaluations, provide feedback, set goals, and recognize top performers to foster growth and maintain standards.
• Holding Team Members Accountable: Set clear expectations, monitor performance, provide feedback, and issue corrective action when needed to ensure team success and adherence to standards.
• Attendance: Ensure consistent and reliable attendance by monitoring team schedules, addressing absenteeism promptly, and maintaining proper staffing levels to meet production needs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or a related field (preferred). High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years of supervision experience in a high speed manufacturing environment.
• Experience implementing Lean Strategy of 5S and standardizing work
• SAP experience

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Chemical Manufacturing

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