Shift Supervisor

RHI Magnesita N.V.; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Shift Supervisor to oversee operations at their York, PA Plant. This role is crucial in promoting a culture of safety and efficiency, ensuring that production goals are met while maintaining high standards of quality. As a leader, you will drive change, support team members, and collaborate with management to optimize production processes. If you have a strong background in manufacturing and a passion for leadership, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing and supervisory roles.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and ensure safety and quality standards.
• Lead and support supervisors and team members during shifts.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Problem-Solving Abilities

Interpersonal Skills

Safety Regulations Knowledge

Process Optimization

6S/Lean Practices

Communication Skills

Detail-Oriented

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

SAP

Job description

The Shift Supervisor is responsible for multiple departments on their assigned shift (2nd or 3rd). They are responsible for overseeing and coordinating daily operations across the York, PA Plant. The Shift Supervisor will split their time between some weekends and weekdays to further ensure safety and quality standards are met and production efficiency maintained.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Promote a culture of safety across the York Plant and champion the York Safety Transformation by setting a positive example and leading through VFL.
2. Drive change and champion the Company culture by promoting the values and principles of RHI Magnesita.
3. Enforce safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
4. Conduct regular safety and quality checks to ensure standards are being met and maintained.
5. Act as the on-site Management Representative, including incident commander, for night and weekend shifts.
6. Provide leadership and support to supervisors and team members during weekend shifts.
7. Work directly with the Management Team, Technical Experts, and employees to ensure alignment and adherence to daily objectives and goals.
8. Coordinate and Optimize integrated production for the site; ensure run plans are followed; ensure any special operations are planned and executed safely and accurately.
9. Promote cross-department collaboration and accountability.
10. Lead site-wide shift OBEYA meetings.
11. Maintain quality control standards and ensure production meets internal quality guidelines.
12. Align with Production Schedulers to ensure adherence to production schedules and deadlines.
13. Review and analyze production records to identify opportunities for improvement.
14. Monitor production processes and make recommendations for improvements.
15. Maintain accurate records of production activities, including shift reports and performance metrics.
16. Manage performance and provide training to team members.
17. Identify and resolve operational issues quickly and effectively.
18. Escalate issues promptly as needed.
19. Demonstrate professionalism in all interactions with team members and other staff.
20. Align with Maintenance to ensure that production equipment runs safely and efficiently.
21. Participate in the development of IMS-Documentation (procedural and work instruction).
22. Perform other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

1. Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
2. Minimum of 5 years of supervisory or leadership experience is required.
3. Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
4. Excellent problem-solving abilities.
5. In-depth understanding of safety regulations and manufacturing processes.
6. Experience with process optimization, 6S/Lean practices and principles, and continuous improvement methodologies.
7. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
8. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
9. Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work effectively under pressure.
10. Microsoft proficiency (Word, Outlook, Excel), Power BI and SAP.

HEALTH, SAFETY, & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

1. Perform all work in accordance with RHI Magnesita's Health and Safety policies.
2. Adhere to all EHS and IMS policies and job expectations as specified.
3. The work is performed outdoors and/or indoors, enduring heat, cold, rain, dust, wind, and other elements.
4. Capable of operating various types of office equipment including but not limited to computers, phones, copiers, and scanners.

PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES:

1. Physical demands include but are not limited to standing, walking, sitting, bending, kneeling, pushing, pulling, climbing, and lifting - 50 pounds maximum.
2. Must be able to wear all required personal protective equipment (including hard hat, safety glasses, safety shoes, and gloves).