Production Supervisor

Continental Carbon Co.; Ponca City (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Continental Carbon Co. in Ponca City, Oklahoma is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee manufacturing processes and compliance with customer requirements. This role involves direct supervision of production personnel and ensuring operational efficiency under varying conditions.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, alongside relevant manufacturing supervision experience. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills are essential for maintaining safety and operational standards while supporting plant quality systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
• 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 1-2 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control manufacturing processes for compliance.
• Direct supervision of Production Department personnel.
• Conduct weekly safety meetings and enforce safety policies.
• Perform housekeeping to maintain plant facilities.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Troubleshooting techniques

Process monitoring

Safety management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PC and PC-application software skills

Job description

Job Description

MAIN FUNCTION

• Monitors and controls the manufacturing processes ensuring product is in compliance with customer requirements.
• Direct supervisor of the Production Department personnel.
• Supervise the entire plant operations during non-business times, including Production, Maintenance, Shipping & Laboratory areas.
• Support the management of feedstock inventories, employee training, and the plant quality system. Conduct plant inspections to reduce unit downtime while improving efficiencies.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Functional Responsibilities
• Direct Supervision of Production department personnel.
• Process Monitoring- Inspect all process equipment to ensure proper operation & efficiency.
• Process Work Instructions and Reports- Implement all work instructions, and complete all necessary reporting.
• Process Equipment Operation- Monitor and direct safe and proper process equipment operation.
• Acceptable implementation of all Production Department, and Plant policies.
• Off-Spec Reprocessing- Processing and handling of Off-Spec material, rerun, and prevention of quality Storage Tank contamination.
• Process Control- Ensure that the product is in compliance with customer requirements.
• Direct production unit(s) shutdowns and startups.
• Supervise product loading and oil unloading activities during evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Safety- Conduct weekly safety meetings, correct unsafe conditions, and implement all safety policies.
• Environmental- Observe, and take actions to mitigate fugitive emissions related events or conditions.
• Housekeeping- Survey responsible process areas and perform housekeeping to maintain plant facilities in a safe and orderly condition.

CHARACTERISTICS

• High energy level, self-motivating, team player, with an excellent work ethic.
• Strong supervisory skills with the ability to effectively manage both people and situations.
• Self-confident and secure to be able to identify and correct problems through good troubleshooting techniques.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical engineering preferred.
• Three to five years previous experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• One to two years of Supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Effective PC and PC-application software skills.