Production Supervisor - 1st shift

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Edwardsville (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Pet insurance

HSA and FSA

401(k)

Paid Volunteer Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

INX International is seeking a Production Supervisor at one of its facilities. The supervisor reports to the Production Manager and directly oversees a production department, coordinating with other supervisors to meet the master production schedule.

You will lead hourly staff, communicate procedures, interpret reports, and drive daily workflow while supporting OEE, safety culture, and continuous improvement initiatives. A strong background in manufacturing operations is required.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing.
• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Manufacturing, warehouse and supervisory/managerial experience.
• Mechanical skills and knowledge of production processes.
• Excellent math skills, as well as oral, written, reading and comprehension skills to write reports and business correspondence.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite programs (MS Office) and other computer skills.
• Experience leading, coaching, and developing a team and delivering performance metrics through others.
• Knowledge of production principles such as OEE, Lean, or TPM.

Responsibilities

• Directing, coordinating and planning activities of a specific production department/shift under master production schedule and hourly workforce.
• Serving as lead person for a group of hourly employees.
• Communicating procedures to all subordinates and ensuring understanding.
• Interpreting reports, cycle times, and job orders to workers and assigning duties.
• Manage daily workflow and related responsibilities.
• Update ODEN during the shift.
• Review and analyze data to support decisions.
• Support OEE and uptime KPIs.
• Foster and uphold corporate programs and directives.
• Promote a strong safety culture.
• Monitor and support customer demands.
• Encourage growth and development of new hires.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Mathematical skills

MS Office proficiency

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

In a world of vibrant color, INX stands out by blending art, science, and sustainability into every drop of ink we make. We’re globally recognized for our innovation, and we’re A Great Place to Work-Certified company!

INX International is the third largest producer of inks in North America with full-service subsidiaries in Europe and South America. We offer a complete line of ink and coating solutions technology for commercial, packaging and digital applications. We expertly blend pioneering technology with a deep commitment to the environment. Dedicated to coloring a safe and sustainable future one print at a time, you can see our color chemistry on beverage cans, food and household packaging, clothing, banners, billboards and more.

Investing in and protecting our employees is the key to our success. Our average employee has been with us 12 years, and we recognize the significant experience and the continuous dedication of our team members.

We’re actively seeking new talent with new ideas as we continue to provide sustainable products, service and innovation to the printing and packaging markets.

Join us in coloring a safe and sustainable future!

Job Description

We are seeking a Production Supervisor to work at one of our facilities. The Production supervisor reports to the Production Manager and exercises direct control over a Production department and coordinates with other Production Supervisors. As part of your role, you will be responsible for:

• Directing, coordinating and planning the activities of a specific production department/shift under master production schedule and the hourly work force (including machine operators, i.e., milling, mixing, canning equipment, etc.) involved in the manufacture of product
• Serving as lead person for a group of hourly employees utilizing established methods
• Communicating procedures to all subordinates, assuring they are understood and implemented when applicable
• Interpreting statistical reports, cycle time specifications and job orders to workers, and assigns duties
• Manage daily workflow and associated responsibilities
• Update the Operational Data Entry Network (ODEN) as needed throughout the shift
• Review and analyze data to make informed business decisions
• Support Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and Uptime Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Foster and uphold corporate programs and directives
• Promote a strong safety culture
• Monitor, prioritize, and support customer demands
• Encourage the growth and career development of new hires

Qualifications

To perform your job as expected, you will be required to:

• Have 2 to 5years of supervisory experience in manufacturing
• Have a High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Have manufacturing, warehouse and supervisory/managerial experience
• Demonstrate mechanical skills and knowledge of Production processes
• Have excellent math skills, as well as oral, written, reading and comprehension skillsin order to write reports,business correspondence, and procedure manuals
• Demonstrate proficiencywith Microsoft Suite programs (MS Office) and other computer skills
• Have prior experience leading, coaching, and developing a team and delivering performance metrics through others
• Possess strong skills, knowledge, and capability in Manufacturing principles such as OEE, Lean, or TPM

In addition to these qualifications, we will consider as a plus if you have:

• SAP Knowledge
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups
• Proficiencyin Spanish, sign language, or other language
• Manufacturing Program Planning and Coordination
• UV/TP/OSF (Ink) Manufacturing knowledge
• Have worked in a production or manufacturing environment
• Experience with Inventory Control
• Experience with Change Management

Additional Information

We offer a competitive salary with excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, pet insurance, HSA and FSA, 401(k), and more. Through our programs, which now include Paid Volunteer Time Off and Paid Parental Leave, we support the needs of our employees, their dependents, and their communities by providing a benefit package that is easy to understand, easy to access, and affordable for all our employees.

Don’t just choose a job; choose a career that emphasizes employee growth in a safe, environmentally conscious culture. Embark on your Colorful Career with us!

We require post-offer, pre-employment drug screens, physicals, and background checks.

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran.