Production Supervisor - 1st Shift

CertainTeed

Little Rock (AR)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 85,000

Full time

5 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Saint-Gobain is seeking a Production Supervisor in Little Rock to lead production line teams, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. The role involves coaching staff, maintaining schedules, and upholding environmental, health, and safety standards.

Candidate should have 3–5 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing and a preference for a Bachelor's degree. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential for cross-functional collaboration across departments.

Qualifications

3–5 years of leadership or supervisory experience in manufacturing.
Bachelor's degree preferred.
Proven ability to lead, develop, motivate, and engage teams.

Responsibilities

Supervise and direct all Production activities for assigned lines to meet specifications and quality requirements.
Coach and mentor production line personnel; address payroll, recognition, and accountability issues.
Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety requirements and policies.
Develop schedules, assignments, and production requirements in coordination with management.
Ensure safe, accident-free operations and promote a safe work environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

Flexibility to cover vacations and other staffing needs is required.

WHY DO WE NEED YOU?

Shift Details

1st Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Flexibility to cover vacations and other staffing needs is required.

The Production Supervisor is responsible for all production activities. The incumbent will manage and direct the activities of the production line personnel to safely produce quality products. Develops the knowledge, skills, and abilities of their direct reports by acting as a coach and mentor. Placing priority on taking care of their employees and ensure that daily human resource issues are timely and consistent (payroll, recognition, accountability, etc.). The incumbent is held accountable to ensure production activities are carried out in compliance with all environmental, health, and safety requirements, policies, and procedures. This position reports directly to the Production Manager.

Supervise and direct all Production activities for assigned lines to ensure that products are produced to meet or exceed all established process specifications and quality requirements. Confer with Production Manager and establish work schedules, assignments, and production requirements for operations and activities within or between departments.
Observe work and monitor to ensure production or processing standard performance. Assist in troubleshooting and problem-solving.
Interprets production specifications and determines the acceptability of production that is in process.
Responsible for the support of activities such as Maintenance and Engineering.
Working knowledge and understanding of products and manufacturing all products within specification.
Maintain communication with Operations Management to assure production requirements are understood.
Must advise and counsel Production team members effectively, utilize progressive discipline, taking corrective actions when warranted for crew members.
Ensures compliance with all safety procedures, establishes, and promotes the maintenance of a safe, accident-free, and healthy work environment. Eliminate or control hazardous conditions resulting from human error, equipment, and machine operations, which may lead to human injury and or property damage.

IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?

Bachelor's degree preferred and/or 3–5 years of leadership or supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, production processes, and standard operating procedures.
Proven ability to lead, develop, motivate, and engage teams while fostering a positive and accountable work environment.
Excellent communication, active listening, and organizational skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and the promotion of safe work practices.
Working knowledge of manufacturing equipment and production processes.
Proficiency with computer systems and standard business software applications.
Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies, including Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience driving operational excellence, process improvements, and productivity initiatives in a manufacturing setting.
Ability to analyze performance metrics and implement solutions that improve safety, quality, and efficiency.

LEGAL STATEMENT

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at SGNA_HR_Compliance@saint-gobain.com.

Benefits In Joining Us

Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs:

Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work

Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
Healthcare Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
LiveWell Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave

Retirement and Protection – Helping to make the future life you want a reality

401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&DD, Short-Term Disability
Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance

Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want