Production Supervisor

Company Overview
Vibrantz Technologies is a leading global provider of specialty chemicals and materials solutions whose purpose is to bring color, performance, and vibrancy to life. Every day, our employees, the products we make, and our valued customer partnerships are inspired by this purpose.
Serving over 13,000 customers, Vibrantz's technologies are trusted in a variety of advanced materials, color solutions and performance coatings applications and consumer products. Our key competencies in particle engineering, glass and ceramic science and color technology enable product benefits we all know and value, like more durable vehicles and batteries, easier-to-clean appliances, energy efficient roof tiles and bricks, stronger and more decorative glass, and eco-friendly paints.
Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Vibrantz has 65 manufacturing facilities and sales offices on six continents, and we employ 5,000 individuals. We are building a strong, shared culture that is rooted strongly in our six core values that focus on safety, our people, customers, excellence in all we do, environmental stewardship and integrity, ethics, and trust. And we are intent upon fostering a workplace that engages not only employees' heads and hands and - uniquely - their hearts.
Vibrantz is owned by American Securities, a leading U.S. private equity firm that invests in market-leading North American companies with annual revenue generally ranging from $200 million to $2 billion and/or $50 million to $200 million of EBITDA. American Securities and its affiliates have approximately $23 billion under management and are based in New York with an office in Shanghai.
For more information, please visit www.vibrantz.com and www.american-securities.com.
Reporting into the Operations Manager, the Production Supervisor will be based out of New Johnsonville, Tennessee and will be responsible for assisting with the overall operational responsibilities for our New Johnsonville chemical facility, which reinforces great safety and quality practices.
Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate employees to maximize productivity and minimize operating costs.
• Coach, counsel, train and develop employee skills.
• Review work schedules and production schedules for optimum results.
• Ensure that products are produced at an acceptable quality level.
• Drive department compliance with established safety, training and ensure compliance with all company policies, plant rules and all regulatory agencies.
• Facilitates operations training and qualification process.
• Maximizes operational efficiency by ensuring that units run in optimal operating conditions to maximize product yields.
• Participate in and lead LEAN manufacturing activities as needed.
• Conduct routine safety and sanitation inspections to promote employee safety and good housekeeping.
• Schedule production for the plant's product circuits.
• Manages productivity and efficiencies using metrics and continuous improvement protocol.
• Fills in for Operations Manager when needed.
• Ability to work a swing shift.
• The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Conducts yearly performance reviews for subordinates in accordance with Company policy.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Experience

• 3+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong Computer Skills
• Knowledge of inventory systems, quality systems, OSHA & EPA requirements, and ERP
• Effective communication skills to liaise with team members, management, and other departments.
• Experience in managing resources efficiently, including labor, materials, and equipment.
• Commitment to fostering a culture of continuous improvement, with a focus on optimizing processes and enhancing productivity.
• Prior experience promoting and maintaining a safe working environment, with knowledge of safety protocols and regulations.
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and prioritize tasks in a dynamic production environment.

Preferred Experience

• Bachelor of Science in an Engineering discipline
• Experience leading in a union environment
• Lean Six Sigma Certification

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, paid vacation, and 401K.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
The physical demands and working conditions are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Vibrantz Technologies Inc. ("Vibrantz") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Vibrantz strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, gender, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Location
New Johnsonville, US
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