Production Supervisor - Finishing (Sheeting) Department

We are seeking a results-oriented, continuous improvement leader who engages and supports their team to achieve operational excellence. If you are an action-oriented people leader with proven results, Mactac wants you to be a part of our family. This position will primarily support our Finishing operations for our Sheeting Department, but support other departments as needed. This position will support first and third shift with modified day hours.

Our true strengths come from our people. We believe in ourselves, in each other and in our ability to work together to become the world's most respected and preferred provider of pressure-sensitive adhesive products. That is our vision, and our vision includes you.

KEY ACTIVITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensures that all employees adhere to work rules and safety policies. Apply all safety regulations that meet OSHA and Mactac safety guidelines. Conducts incident investigations and ensures housekeeping standards are maintained.
• Establishes a strong presence on the floor to set and communicate expectations, standards, and evaluate results so all employees understand expectations.
• Carries out management responsibilities in accordance with adherence to company policies, work rules, and applicable laws. Responsibilities include overseeing training requirements; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance when applicable; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems; leading employee engagement activities and volunteerism; and ensuring timecards are accurate and approved on a timely basis.
• Leads/ coaches and provides overall direction to Leads and Operators to safely produce a quality product in the most efficient manner possible.
• Supports facility by ensuring all departments are properly staffed with qualified employees, including administration of time off (Vacation/Personal Time) and schedules equipment against staffing requirements.
• Reviews production schedules to ensure the schedules can be achieved and are based on the priorities of maximizing production effectiveness and providing good customer service.
• Focuses on employee development by conducting training sessions (safety, SOPs, housekeeping). Coaches the machine problem troubleshooting process to develop employees to be self-sufficient in troubleshooting and part of the decision-making processes.
• Responsible for reporting daily shift performance to the appropriate Dept. Manager against established KPI's for items such as safety, quality, productivity, service, employee feedback, machinery, process, and facility issues.
• Responsible for department projects to ensure overall effectiveness and successful implementation.
• Maintains and keeps an adequate inventory level of general Plant supplies. Monitors and analyzes fill rate efficiencies such as products picked, packed, shipped, and meeting the ship date. Initiates corrections in cooperation with and/or at the direction of the Department Manager and technical support personnel.
• Serve as a technical resource to help formulate, monitor, and enforce goals of the area. This includes providing performance feedback, SOP implementation, problem solving and ensuring an atmosphere that fosters continuous improvement in a team environment.
• Communicates company messages to all employees; collects and responds to questions and concerns.
• Acts as the first point of contact for employee issues and concerns and supports all Federal & State employment laws. As needed, consults with and utilizes the Human Resources Department.
• Will have access and need to use the payroll processing system to help ensure all punches are accurate and answer time and attendance questions.
• Travels as required - about 5% of the time.
• Perform other duties, as assigned and regular attendance is required.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's, or other advanced degree preferred, in Engineering, Chemical, Biology, Business related field of study preferred.
• 5-8 years of supervisor experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with web handling and coating equipment, pressure-sensitive adhesives, labeling, or paper industries highly preferred; slitting/cutting, separating department experience a plus.
• Experienced user of ERP, warehouse management system, Microsoft Office software suite required
• Strong lean manufacturing experience especially in continuous improvement, elimination of waste, 5S, Kaizen events, and visual management
• Exceptional problem solving and analytical skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

RESPONSIBILITY

This position has responsibility for fostering a safe work environment by demonstrating integrity, trust and ethical conduct at all times. Has daily responsibility for department/shift operations

Essential Physical Requirements

This position requires frequent exposure to a manufacturing environment with moderate noise levels. An employee will be required to stand, walk and sit with limited time spent in the office. Potential to be exposed to heights. Hearing, eye and foot protection are mandatory when entering the manufacturing area. Travel to other sites may be required as project assignments necessitate. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Disclaimer

Disclaimers:

• The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
• It is the policy of Mactac that all employees are employed at the will of Mactac for an indefinite period and are subject to termination at any time, for any reason, with or without cause or notice. At the same time, employees may terminate their employment at any time and for any reason.
• Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, citizenship status, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or contract.

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