Production Supervisor

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Everything we do in EMD Electronics is to help us deliver on our purpose of being the company behind the companies, advancing digital living. We are dedicated to being the trusted supplier of high-tech materials, services and specialty chemicals for the electronics, automotive and cosmetics industries. We foster a global collaborative organization made up of individuals who have the passion to win, obsess about the customer, are relentlessly curious and act with urgency. Together, we push the boundaries of science to make more possible for our customers.

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.
 

Your Role:

The Production Supervisor is responsible for developing and supervising personnel and directing day-to-day operations in the manufacture of high purity chemicals and equipment products for the semiconductor industry. The primary objectives for this position are to define and enforce safe work practices, oversee the production of top-quality product, minimize costs, maximize productivity, develop production systems and processes, and address production and personnel issues. The Production Supervisor is responsible for managing 6 to 20 Manufacturing Technicians. Specific Responsibilities Include:

• EH&S: Anticipate and address unsafe conditions or practices. Promote and recognize safety compliance and innovation. Enforce safety policies and handle violations. Lead or participate in Hazard and Operability studies, Operational Readiness Investigations, Product Risk Reviews, Hazard Reviews, and Near Miss investigations and resolutions
• Quality: Ensure departmental compliance with and active participation in quality programs, processes, and events. Gather quality improvement suggestions, provide feedback, and implement changes as necessary. Lead and participate in quality improvement projects and other related initiatives. Oversee quality investigations and address issues with appropriate safety and quality solutions
• Operations: Ensure manufacturing objectives and schedules are met. Lead and participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives. Verify that products meet quality specifications and investigate any discrepancies. Initiate and support the development of engineering projects
• Supervision: Develop the skills and performance of production employees. Write and conduct performance evaluations. Publicly recognize outstanding individual and team achievements. Provide counseling to employees as needed. Train and oversee training initiatives. Interview candidates for the department and conduct written, verbal, and functional qualification tests. Foster a culture of safety and quality-focused performance for both individuals and teams
• Administration: Write, revise, and audit operational procedures. Address customer complaints and conduct Root Cause Analysis investigations. Present findings at site meetings. Monitor work area performance, including safety, quality, and throughput, as well as SAP transactions, record-keeping, inventory management, expenditures, attendance, and other factors critical to tracking production unit performance
• Other duties as assigned

 Physical Attribute:

• Lift up to 50 pounds unassisted
• Wear appropriate PPE ( including full face respirators) while working around  hazardous materials

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 5+ years of people management experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or Industrial Engineering
• 5+ years of work experience in chemical manufacturing
• Hazardous materials handling experience
• Safety Systems knowledge and understand Safety Data Sheets, technical drawings, and P&ID’s
•  Understanding of warehousing and inventory control
• Familiarity with SOX process as related to inventory and material handling
• Understanding of Continuous Improvement and Six Sigma
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Knowledge of 8D investigation methodology
• Chemical knowledge and handling experience
• Experience conducting employee evaluations
• Proficient interpersonal and communication skills

$89,300-$155,200

Our ranges are derived from several sources, and largely reliant on relevant industry market data. Should we decide to make an offer, we will consider several factors, including but not limited to your location, skills, experience, career level, and other job-related factors.  This role may offer the following benefits: medical, vision, and dental insurance; life insurance; disability insurance; a 401(k) matching program; paid time off; and paid holidays; among other employee benefits. This role may also be eligible for short-term or long-term incentive compensation, including, but not limited to, cash bonuses.

RSREMD

The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.  This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to their Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because they made a good faith report of discrimination.