Production Supervisor

Johnson Matthey; Chester (Delaware County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Match

20 days PTO

Health Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Parental Leave

Job summary

Johnson Matthey in West Whiteland, PA, is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead safe, compliant manufacturing operations on a 2nd shift (3:00 PM–11:00 PM). You will coordinate staffing, schedules and resources to meet production, quality and on-time delivery targets while upholding security and inventory controls for in-process precious metal materials.

You will drive continuous improvement through Lean tools, mentor frontline teams, and partner with maintenance to improve equipment

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience supervising teams within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing tools and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to lead, motivate and coordinate shift-based teams effectively.
• Flexibility to train across shifts and work a 2nd shift schedule (3:00 PM to 11:00 PM).

Responsibilities

• Lead safe production operations and ensure compliance with site, corporate and regulatory safety standards.
• Coordinate staffing, schedules and resources to achieve production, quality and on-time delivery targets.
• Drive operational efficiency through Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement activities.
• Maintain accountability for in-process precious metal materials, including security and inventory control.
• Support employee development through training, performance guidance and workforce planning.
• Collaborate with maintenance and leadership to improve equipment reliability, productivity and operational performance.

Skills

Supervising teams

Lean manufacturing

Microsoft Office

Leadership

Shift flexibility

2nd shift readiness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Engineering/Technical qualification advantageous

Tools

Lean tools

Job description

**Production Supervisor** **West Whiteland, PA**At Johnson Matthey, your work will matter. As a Production Supervisor, you’ll join a world leader in platinum group metals with over 200 years of history. Using advanced metals chemistry, you’ll help tackle the world’s biggest challenges - cutting emissions, powering modern life and supporting life-saving technologies - by applying, refining and recycling metals that matter for a healthier, more sustainable, circular future.**The role:**As a Production Supervisor, you will help drive our goals by:* Leading safe production operations and ensuring compliance with site, corporate and regulatory safety standards.* Coordinating staffing, schedules and resources to achieve production, quality and on-time delivery targets.* Driving operational efficiency through the application of Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement activities.* Maintaining accountability for in-process precious metal materials, including security and inventory control.* Supporting employee development through training, performance guidance and workforce planning.* Working with maintenance and leadership teams to improve equipment reliability, productivity and operational performance.**Key skills that will help you succeed in this role:*** High School Diploma or equivalent; an Engineering or Technical qualification is advantageous.* Experience supervising teams within a manufacturing or production environment.* Knowledge of Lean manufacturing tools and continuous improvement methodologies.* Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.* Ability to lead, motivate and coordinate shift-based teams effectively.* Flexibility to train across shifts and work a 2nd shift schedule (3:00 PM to 11:00 PM).Even if you only match some of the skills, we’d love to hear from you to discuss further!**What we offer:**We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We also support hybrid and flexible working and offer comprehensive employee benefits, including health, life, disability and retirement plans that support our employees’ financial and physical wellbeing, such as:* Retirement Savings (401K Match, plus an additional Employer Contribution)* 20 days annual PTO (varies for shift-based roles)* Life and Disability Insurance* Health Insurance (Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision)* Voluntary Benefits* Wellbeing Programs and Incentives* Tuition Assistance* Parental LeaveReady to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.To submit your application, please click the "Apply" button online.All applications are carefully considered and your details will be stored on our secure Application Management System. This is used throughout Johnson Matthey for the selection of suitable candidates for our vacancies as they arise. Johnson Matthey respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.For more information about how your personal data is used please view our privacy notice: Johnson Matthey Privacy Notice. By applying for this role and creating an account you are agreeing to the notice.Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.**If you are already a Johnson Matthey Employee, please visit the internal careers site to apply: Find Jobs - Workday** (myworkday.com)We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you need support with your application email [e-mail] further information on diversity, inclusion and belonging at JM click here to find out more.Are you passionate about sustainable technology solutions, transforming energy, and reducing carbon emissions? At Johnson Matthey, our world-changing careers empower talented individuals to collaborate on impactful projects aimed at decarbonising modern life. Join us in catalysing the net-zero transition for a cleaner, brighter future.