Production Supervisor

Polyglass USA, Inc. / Mapei Group; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free health plan

401(k) with 6% match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan assistance

Paid time off

10 paid holidays

Dental plan

Vision plan

Gym membership reimbursement

Job summary

Polyglass USA, Inc. is seeking a Production Supervisor for 2nd shift (Mon-Fri, 2:30 pm–11:30 pm) to support daily manufacturing operations and ensure safe, efficient production aligned with quality standards.

The ideal candidate will lead cross-functional teams, handle changing priorities, and promote a culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence while coordinating with MRP, Customer Service, and plant leadership.

Qualifications

• Bi-lingual in Spanish is required.
• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of manufacturing or industry experience, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and provide on-call support when needed.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support and promote quality systems, procedures, and production standards to meet or exceed company expectations.
• Maintain compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations at all levels.
• Collaborate with MRP and Customer Service to develop and execute weekly/monthly production schedules.
• Train production employees to improve productivity and KPIs.
• Monitor operations to improve efficiency and product quality.
• Provide daily production updates and document root causes and corrective actions.
• Manage inventory counts and requisitions for production supplies.
• Oversee PPE ordering and inventory for production staff.
• Assist with staffing and manpower planning for production crews.
• Provide coverage for Shift Supervisors as needed.
• Be available for after-hours plant support.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

On-call availability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate/Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Shift: 2nd shift, Monday – Friday at 2:30 pm to 11:30pm

Reports To: Plant Superintendent (with additional support from Plant Manager)

Who We Are

Polyglass is a leading manufacturer of roofing and waterproofing solutions, driven by a commitment to quality, innovation, and continuous improvement. Our success is built on the dedication of our people, our commitment to safety, and our focus on delivering superior products to our customers.

Position Summary

The Production Supervisor is responsible for supporting daily manufacturing operations by ensuring production schedules are achieved safely, efficiently, and in accordance with quality standards. This role works closely with MRP, Customer Service, and plant leadership to coordinate production activities, optimize manpower utilization, maintain accurate production data, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate is a proactive, hands‑on leader who can effectively communicate with cross‑functional teams, solve problems, manage changing priorities, and promote a culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and promote all quality systems, procedures, and production standards to ensure products meet or exceed company expectations.
• Maintain compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations, including corporate, federal, state, and local requirements.
• Collaborate with MRP and Customer Service to develop and execute weekly and monthly production schedules.
• Train production employees to improve productivity, efficiency, and achievement of key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Monitor production operations and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and maintain product quality.
• Provide daily production updates, including line status, production challenges, root causes, and corrective/preventative actions.
• Ensure accurate tracking and entry of production data into company systems.
• Manage inventory counts of in-process raw materials and generate requisitions for production supplies.
• Oversee ordering and inventory of personal protective equipment (PPE) for production employees.
• Assist with production staffing, manpower planning, and effective utilization of production crews.
• Provide coverage for Shift Supervisors during vacations or other absences, as needed.
• Be available for after‑hours plant support as necessary, including on‑call availability.
• Perform additional duties and projects as assigned.

What You Bring

• Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently and make sound decisions.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to analyze situations and identify practical solutions.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage timelines, priorities, and multiple projects.
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with employees across all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated leadership ability with a proactive approach to identifying challenges and driving results.

Required Qualifications

• Bi‑lingual in Spanish
• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of 2 years of manufacturing or industry experience, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and provide on‑call support when needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.

Pay and Benefits

In addition to very competitive pay, our benefits are unmatched in our industry and include features that are not available at other local employers.

• A FREE health‑plan option for employees or premium costs far below industry averages
• 401(k) plans with a company match at 6% - far more free money than most plans in the market
• Tuition Reimbursement. Earn a degree with up to 100% reimbursement on tuition!
• Student Loan Assistance
• Paid time off
• 10 paid holidays
• Dental and vision plans
• Gym membership reimbursement and more!

Take a look at what it’s like to be part of our family at Polyglass!