Production Supervisor (Second Shift)

DuBois Chemicals, Inc.; Sharonville (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

PTO

Holiday Pay

401K Match Plan

Job summary

DuBois Chemicals, Inc. is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee second‑shift chemical blending and mixing, lead production staff, and ensure safety, quality, and on‑time delivery.

You will manage daily production activities, monitor equipment, drive continuous improvement, train associates, and maintain accurate logs while partnering with the Plant Manager on process changes and investments to support growth.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of prior supervisor/management experience.
• Experience with continuous improvement and driving change.
• Proficient with business management principles (budgeting, planning).
• Experience with team building and engaging the team to identify best practices.
• Working knowledge of ISO, OSHA, and EPA regulations.
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office; WMS experience preferred.
• Proficient in hardware printers and label software (Bartender).
• Experience operating warehouse equipment.
• Previous experience in chemical production or manufacturing.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize daily tasks and production needs.
• Oversee daily activities of production, operations, recycling, shipping & receiving.
• Delegate production assignments to the applicable team.
• Inspect materials and equipment for malfunctions.
• Adhere to safety policies and procedures.
• Supervise mixing and packaging of batches (liquids and powders).
• Ensure quality output and on-time completion.
• Monitor hourly performance to meet production standards.
• Maintain production records and data entry as required.
• Address daily employee relations issues and promote a harmonious environment.
• Train new and temporary associates and monitor their work.
• Maintain good housekeeping and foster a positive workplace.
• Recommend process improvements to Plant Manager.
• Assist Plant Manager with investments and organizational changes.
• Operate sit-down and reach forklift.
• Oversee preventative maintenance and equipment upkeep.
• Maintain daily logs and plant operating data.
• Communicate effectively with employees, supervisors, and customers.
• Ensure supplies distributed as required.
• General plant housekeeping.
• Report safety and process equipment issues to Plant Manager.
• Comply with safety requirements and PPE procedures.
• Follow SDS, WHMIS, MSDS and safety training.
• Follow government and regulatory requirements for handling chemicals.
• Regular attendance and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Supervisor experience

Continuous improvement

Budgeting

Team building

Regulatory knowledge (ISO/OSHA/EPA)

Microsoft Office

WMS experience

Forklift operation

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Management or Leadership Training preferred

Tools

Bartender label software

Industrial printers

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they are doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Production Supervisor oversees second-shift chemical blending and mixing operations while leading production employees to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule. This role is responsible for supervising daily production activities, maintaining quality standards, supporting employee development, and helping improve overall plant performance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prioritizing daily tasks and production needs
• Oversee the daily activities of the production, operations, recycling, and shipping & receiving teams
• Delegate production assignments to the applicable team
• Inspect all materials and equipment to detect malfunctions
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures
• Supervise the mixing and packaging of batches [liquids and powders]
• Ensuring quality output and on-time completion
• Monitoring hourly performance levels in Department to achieve production standards and resolve problems
• Ensuring the completion of production records (daily production reports, process monitors, work orders, etc.) and performing the data entry, as required
• Responding to daily employee relations issues, and contributing to the resolution of associate concerns, to help promote a harmonious work environment
• Ensuring new and temporary associates are properly trained and monitoring their work
• Maintain good housekeeping processes
• Foster a positive work environment
• Recommend process improvements to the Plant Manager
• Assists the Plant Manager to identify and lead investments and organizational changes needed to support sales growth, and improvements in profitability
• Skilled to operate a sit-down and reach forklift
• Oversee the performance of preventative maintenance and participate in general upkeep of production equipment
• Maintain daily logs and record plant operating data
• Effectively, timely, and respectfully communicate and interact with other employees, supervisors, individuals from other organizations, and customers
• Ensure supplies are distributed as required throughout the facility
• General housekeeping of the plant and surrounding areas
• Report process and/or safety equipment issues to the Plant Manager
• Comply with all safety requirements within the company
• Comply with all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements and safe handling practices as required from Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and company procedures
• Follow WHMIS, MSDS and all other safety training requirements and procedures
• Follow all government and regulatory requirements when handling and transporting chemical materials
• Regular and sustained attendance
• Perform other duties as assigned or needed

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 3-5 years of prior supervisor/management experience
• Experience with continuous improvement and driving change
• Proficient with business management principles (i.e. budgeting, strategic planning, etc.)
• Proven experience with team building and engaging the team to identify best practices
• Working knowledge of ISO, OSHA, and EPA regulations
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office; WMS experience preferred
• Proficient in hardware [industrial] printers and label software [Bartender]
• Experience operating warehouse equipment
• Previous experience in chemical production, manufacturing, and/or other related fields
• Knowledge of tools and equipment
• Strong leadership qualities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A professional and positive attitude
• Experience operating a sit-down forklift
• Able to lift 50 lbs.
• Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
• Standing and /or walking a minimum of 6 hours of an 8-hour shift.
• Specific vision requirements include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Management or Leadership Training preferred

OTHER INFORMATION

• Full-Time: 40 hours a week
• 2nd Shift: Monday - Friday (2:00 PM to 10:30 PM)
• Benefits: Health Insurance, PTO, Holiday Pay, and 401K Match Plan.
• Direct Reports: 12-15

This position works in an enclosed building that is subject to variances in temperatures, extreme heat in summer, and colder temperatures in winter. This position frequently lifts, pushes, pulls or carries up to 50 pounds of product. This position can work various hours.

DuBois provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, service in the military, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and/or local law and/or regulation.