Production Supervisor — Safety & Quality Champion

Sun Chemical; Maumee (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Chemical is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee daily operations of the Production Department, ensuring safe, timely, and cost-effective production and shipping in a fast-paced facility. You will collaborate with QC, Maintenance, and Inventory, enforcing SOPs and safety policies while guiding staff and maintaining housekeeping standards.

Ideal candidates will bring OSHA knowledge, SAP familiarity, and strong leadership with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• This position requires a good working knowledge of OSHA regulations.
• Batch management experience is helpful.
• Ability to have good communication and leadership skills.
• Some knowledge of SAP.
• Knowledge of computer skills (MS Office, Word, Excel) and organizational skills
• Good decision-making ability.
• Must be able to initiate problem solving as issues arise during the shift.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and control the day to day activities of the Production Department to meet customer requirements including the scheduling of orders, manpower planning and the effective use of equipment.
• Ensure that all employees understand and follow standard operating procedures through training programs and control systems.
• Handle complaints, grievances, and counseling as required. Process personnel and payroll paperwork as required and keep Management advised of any potential human or labor relations problems.
• Ensure that good housekeeping practices are maintained in all areas of the plant.
• Be actively involved in the plant safety programs, reviewing and enforcing all safety and health regulations, providing safety training and investigating any safety problem or accident within department.
• Ensure compliance with hazardous waste programs and hazard material identification systems.
• Support the laboratory in all areas of quality control including process improvements, sampling and manufacturing techniques, raw material approval and work off programs.
• Coordinate with Maintenance Department to implementan effective and timely maintenance program to ensure proper equipment life.
• Work with inventory control in measuring and controlling raw material and ink losses through accurate measuring and control systems.
• Document and report on equipment utilization, department productivity and overtime performance.
• Report and discuss any manufacturing or delivery problems with Management.
• Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

SAP

MS Office

OSHA rules

Batch management

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

2-3 years supervisory experience in manufacturing

Tools

SAP

Job description

Sun Chemical is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee daily operations of the Production Department, ensuring safe, timely, and cost-effective production and shipping in a fast-paced facility. You will collaborate with QC, Maintenance, and Inventory, enforcing SOPs and safety policies while guiding staff and maintaining housekeeping standards.

Ideal candidates will bring OSHA knowledge, SAP familiarity, and strong leadership with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.