Production Supervisor- 3rd shift (Chemical Plant)

Sterling Engineering, Inc.; West Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Additional employee perks

Job summary

Sterling Engineering, Inc. seeks a hands-on Production Supervisor for the 3rd shift in West Chicago, IL.

You will organize resources, lead a production team, and ensure on-time delivery with safety and quality at the forefront. This role requires chemical plant or process manufacturing experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to train and develop staff while upholding safety procedures and company policies.

Qualifications

• Supervisory experience in manufacturing.
• Chemical plant or process manufacturing experience required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting.
• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's preferred.
• Proficient with computers and production reporting systems.
• Good communication and leadership skills.
• Forklift experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Organize production resources and workflows to meet production schedules and quality standards.
• Supervise production employees to ensure safe, efficient operation of manufacturing equipment.
• Train and develop team members while reinforcing safety procedures and company policies.
• Monitor staffing levels and allocate manpower to meet production demands.
• Partner with quality, regulatory, and corporate teams to support reporting and compliance requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve production methods, communication, efficiency, and cost control.
• Ensure adherence to production procedures, safety protocols, and quality standards.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout the operation.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety emphasis

Production scheduling

Strong communication

Troubleshooting

Forklift experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Production reporting systems

Job description

Sterling Engineering is partnering with a leading manufacturer in the chemical industry to hire a Production Supervisor for their 3rd shift operation. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on manufacturing leader with chemical plant or process manufacturing experience who enjoys leading production teams, driving continuous improvement, and maintaining a safe, efficient operation.Location:West Chicago, IL 60185Schedule: 3rd Shift | 10:00 PM – 6:30 AMSalary: $75,000–$85,000 + $5,000 Annual Shift DifferentialHire Type: Direct HireBenefits: A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, life insurance, and additional employee perks.ResponsibilitiesOrganize production resources and workflows to meet production schedules and quality standards.Supervise production employees to ensure safe, efficient operation of manufacturing equipment.Train and develop team members while reinforcing safety procedures and company policies.Monitor staffing levels and allocate manpower to meet production demands.Partner with quality, regulatory, and corporate teams to support reporting and compliance requirements.Identify opportunities to improve production methods, communication, efficiency, and cost control.Ensure adherence to production procedures, safety protocols, and quality standards.Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout the operation.QualificationsPrevious supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.Chemical plant or process manufacturing experience is required.Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree preferred.Comfortable using computers and production reporting systems.Strong communication and leadership skills.Forklift experience is a plus.#INC1Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.