What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Supervisor position at Sika AG?
Company Description
With more than 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries.
Sika has offices in 103 countries with over 400 manufacturing facilities, and more than 33,000 employees worldwide. With annual sales of CHF 11.24 billion in 2023, our commitment to quality, innovation, and the environment as well as putting our customer’s needs first, encompasses why Sika is the global leader in our industries.
Job Description
We are seeking a Plant Manager to lead the efficient, safe, and environmentally responsible operation and growth of our manufacturing facility in Sealy, Texas. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing programs that drive productivity, quality, and operational efficiency. The Production Supervisor will cultivate a culture of trust, accountability, and continuous improvement, helping the plant achieve its Vision.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership and Team Development: Coach, mentor, motivate, and develop your team to achieve excellence in all aspects of plant operations.
- Collaboration: Work with the Materials and Quality teams to meet delivery and quality requirements consistently.
- Standardization and Training: Assist in the identification and development of standardized procedures and training materials to improve efficiency and safety.
- Shift Coordination: Conduct shift meetings to facilitate smooth shift-to-shift communication and ensure operational continuity.
- Manufacturing Operations: Effectively manage floor activities, including:
- Accurate reporting of production, scrap, and labor.
- Timely startup and shutdown of shifts.
- Training, development, and motivation of your team.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Manufacturing, or related field preferred.
- Experience: 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with leadership responsibilities, preferably in extrusion manufacturing and unionized settings.
- Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. SAP experience is a plus.
- Attributes: Dependable, highly organized, and detail-oriented problem solver.
- Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with all levels of management and staff.
Additional Information
Competitive Benefits: Health Insurance, 401k with company match, year-end profit-sharing bonus, paid time off, and paid holidays.
Meaningful Work: Sika products enhance our surroundings and the work every employee completes helps positively impact daily lives by making our world stronger, more durable, and more reliable – every day.
Company Culture: Sika centers work culture around entrepreneurship where individuals have the power to make decisions, learn from mistakes, and define their career.
Community Involvement: Sika takes active roles in our community and aims to support volunteer work and charitable endeavors across the United States through rebuilding and giving back.
Sustainability Initiatives: Sika is committed to sustainable development, reducing environmental impacts, and assuming social responsibility. The company supports energy efficient projects and implements numerous measures aimed to boost economic, social, and ecological sustainability.
Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.
