Production Supervisor

Johnson Matthey Plc; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Match

PTO 20 days

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Wellbeing Programs

Tuition Assistance

Parental Leave

Job summary

Johnson Matthey Plc in West Whiteland, PA, seeks a Production Supervisor to lead safe, compliant operations and coordinate staffing for on-time delivery. You will guide shift-based teams and partner with maintenance to improve equipment reliability.

The role emphasizes Lean principles, continuous improvement, and staff development through training and performance guidance. We offer hybrid-friendly benefits and comprehensive plans.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; an engineering/technical qualification is advantageous.
• Experience supervising teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing tools and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to lead 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 safety compliance.
• Coordinate staffing, schedules, and resources to meet production, quality, and on-time delivery targets.
• Drive operational efficiency through Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• 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 and operational performance.

Skills

Experience supervising teams

Lead and coordinate shift-based teams

Lean manufacturing

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Shift-based training ability

Willingness to train across shifts

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Engineering or Technical qualification

Tools

Lean manufacturing tools

Job description

Production Supervisor

West Whiteland, PA

At Johnson Matthey, your work will matter. As a Production Supervisor,you’lljoin a world leader in platinum group metals with over 200 years of history. Using advanced metals chemistry,you’llhelp tackle the world’s biggest challenges - cutting emissions, powering modernlifeand supporting life-saving technologies - by applying,refiningand recycling metals that matter for a healthier, more sustainable, circular future.

The role:

• Leading safe production operations and ensuring compliance with site, corporate and regulatory safety standards.
• Coordinating staffing,schedulesand resources to achieve production,qualityand 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, performanceguidanceand workforce planning.
• Working with maintenance and leadership teams to improve equipment reliability,productivityand operational performance.

Key skills that will help you succeed in this role:

• High School Diploma or equivalent; an Engineering or Technical qualification isadvantageous.
• Experience supervising teams within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing tools and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficiencyin Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to lead,motivateand 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’dlove to hear from you to discuss further!

What we offer:

We make sure salaries are fair,competitiveand aligned to individual roles,experienceand responsibilities. We also support hybrid and flexible working and offer comprehensive employeebenefits, including health, life,disabilityand retirement plans that support our employees’ financial and physical wellbeing, such as:

• Retirement Savings (401K Match, plus anadditionalEmployer Contribution)
• 20 daysannual 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 Leave

Ready 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.

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.