Production Supervisor

HEXPOL Compounding; Whitewater (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Climate controlled environment

Work/life balance

Benefits

Job summary

HEXPOL Compounding is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead the day-to-day execution of production activities, ensure equipment and process reliability, and deliver consistent services and products that meet customer objectives. The role involves supervising shifts, coaching staff, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to minimize variance and improve process efficiency.

Ideal candidates bring an associate degree or equivalent experience, 5 years in production with at least 3 years in

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred; experience may substitute education.
• Five years of production/manufacturing experience preferred.
• Three years of supervisory experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent computer/software skills including MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Supervise designated shift and act as technical resource for the shift.
• Ensure training of associates to meet job requirements.
• Conduct associate performance reviews.
• Ensure safety, on-time delivery, quality, and continuous improvement on the shift.
• Schedule departmental activities to meet production and shipment timelines.
• Engage in cross-functional teams to reduce process variance.
• Promote Lean Manufacturing principles across the organization.
• Travel to other company locations or customers as required.
• Handle confidential information appropriately.
• Support corrective actions and safety investigations as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Collaboration

Problem solving

Supervision

Travel

Education

Associate Degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Overview

To provide leadership to the Production Department and ensure the day-to-day execution of all production activities. To ensure consistent operation of all equipment and processes. To ensure the delivery of consistent services and products that meet all customer objectives and expectations.

US-Wisconsin-Whitewater

Responsibilities

• Responsible for direct supervision of designated shift and will act as technical resource to the shift.
• Rotation between shifts may occur, as needed.
• Ensure all Associates are trained to meet the requirements of their jobs.
• Direct and complete Associate performance reviews.
• Responsible for safety, on-time delivery, promoting and maintaining excellent quality through the process, Associate and process efficiency, continuous improvement initiatives and timeliness of all products produced on assigned shift.
• Verify all daily labor times.
• Participate in cross-functional teams as a production representative with the goal of reducing variance.
• Participate in, promote, and actively use Lean Manufacturing Principals throughout the organization.
• Initiate appropriate actions for maintaining a safe and clean work environment. Assist in work-related accident reports and investigations, as required.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and environmental procedures and regulations.
• Responsible for all department scheduling to meet production and shipment schedules.
• Responsible for participating and engaging in continuous improvement projects across the organization.
• Travel to other HEXPOL locations or to customers may be required.
• Perform any other project/task as assigned by Management.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Business Administration or related field preferred. Experience may be considered in lieu ofedu cation.
• Five (5) years’ production/manufacturing experience preferred.
• Three (3) years’ supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent computer/systems skills – MS Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint/Outlook).
• Excellent cooperation and collaboration skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail, high energy, self-motivated and self-reliant.
• Ability to supervise, coach and develop Associates.
• Ability to interact well with all personality types in a supervisory role.
• Conflict resolution and problem-solv ing skills.
• Ability to handle personal and confidential information.
• May require travel to various Company locations.

Additional Information

Benefits, time off, climate controlled environment, work/life balance, and more!