Production Supervisor

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
 

Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries. Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers.
 

Sun Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of Sun Chemical Group Coöperatief U.A., the Netherlands, and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, U.S.A. For more information, please visit our website at www.sunchemical.com or connect with us on LinkedIn or Twitter
 

JOB TITLE:      Production Supervisor - Night Shift Department                                                 

LOCATION:      Amelia, Ohio                  

REPORTS TO: Production Manager     

POSITION SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE:  

In this role you’re under the general supervision of the Production Manager, and responsible for the day to day running of the Production Department. 

Responsible for meeting all production and shipping requirements in a safe, timely and efficient manner.  

Works with the QC Laboratory and Maintenance Departments in developing and implementing quality and maintenance programs.  

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Executes company initiatives such as Safety, Sun Care, ISO, and 5S. Provide leadership to the shift.
• Optimize production results through training and instruction to operators in safe chemical operating/handling procedures, trouble shooting, and correcting process difficulties and impediments in all aspects of the operation using ISO training and documentation.
• Maintain accurate and appropriate production records and reports.
• Ensure operator compliance with plant rules and regulations, including all plant safety and housekeeping rules. Handles employee discipline and employee grievances at the supervisor’s level.
• Ensure compliance with the provisions of the union contract, as appropriate, and keep the plant manager advised of potential or actual labor/union related problems.
• Assure equal opportunity for all aspects of development of personnel.
• Perform routine and/or special duties, as directed, while closely monitoring and controlling quality and meeting the production requirements for all equipment in his/her area of responsibility while maintaining close control of all overtime hours worked.
• Ensure that documentation of and that batches moving between departments is correct and complete, including all aspects of customer quality.
• Checks and approves the timecards of subordinates.
• Assist in departmental budget preparation and expense control.
• Conduct monthly departmental safety meeting and issue minutes, conduct required safety and housekeeping tours, complete accident reports, investigations, and environmental incident reports in a timely manner.
• Handle employee coaching/discipline and grievances

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent 
• Minimum two (2) to five (5) years’ experience supervising hourly production areas and personnel 
• Good working knowledge of safety rules and OSHA regulations  
• Strong communication, leadership and project management and organizational skills 
• Working knowledge of SAP 
• Strong knowledge of computer skills (MS Office, Word, Excel)  
• Good decision-making ability 
• Must be able to initiate problem solving as issues arise during the shift  

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Associate’s Degree Preferred 

Batch management experience is helpful  

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK: Night Shift, 4on/4off Schedule 

BENEFITS

We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k)+match and life insurance. Eligibility of benefit timing may vary.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
 

It is Sun’s policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identify, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.
 

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