Production Supervisor

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The year 1954 marked a significant milestone in thermal insulation history. Armstrong's R&D Project Number 54013, developed by three innovators, evolved into ArmaFlex, the world's first flexible, closed-cell elastomeric foam for equipment insulation. This product revolutionized the insulation industry. Today, more than 70 years later, ArmaFlex continues to be a pillar of Armacell's success.


The shift Supervisor is critical to the daily operation of the manufacturing floor at Mebane. The shift supervisor provides leadership and direction to hourly employees and is responsible for driving a safety culture. This position is the front-line leader and a key member of the plant management team.

We are currently hiring Production Supervisors for multiple openings across various shifts and schedules. Specific shift assignments and schedules will be discussed during the interview process based on current openings and business needs.

What Armacell can offer you

• Healthcare benefits including medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health & wellbeing.
• Financial programs such as 401(k), life insurance, short & long- term disability coverage, and opportunities for performance-based salary incentive programs.
• Generous paid time off including 12 holidays and PTO.
• Training and educational resources on our personalized learning management system.
• Giving & volunteer opportunities, and discounts on retail products, services & experiences.

Job Responsibilities

• The Shift Supervisor position acts as a communication center, responsible for all aspects of manufacturing and personnel information reporting, 60% of hours are spent on the shop floor.
• Work with line Team Leads, in conjunction with the Job Matrix, to coordinate all production personnel (including Technical Pool, Baler, etc.) for their assigned shift.
• Work with team leads and production operators to deliver planned production results (output, quality, on time delivery, etc). When planned results are not achieved, the Shift Supervisor is to use the proper WAM tools to provide corrective actions.
• Apply, coach and train WAM tools and methodology. Apply HERCAs and SRCAs, Responsible for creation and quality assessment of QEWOs, BEWOs. Ensure CILRs are being completed where applicable.
• The Shift Supervisor manages and schedules all needed overtime and vacation schedules to maintain proper crew sizes to meet production schedules
• Responsible for maintaining accurate attendance records for all production and maintenance personnel. Implements discipline memorandums for attendance & performance violations. Utilizes related software for tracking, reporting, and approving employee timesheets.
• Conducts counseling and coaching sessions with all production and maintenance personnel as needed to improve performance
• Ensures plant safety and environmental conformance and performance; proactive in ensuring OSHA compliance in the plant
• Completes weekly cycle counts on raw materials to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Accurately updates the Labor file on a daily basis.
• Be able and willing to run production equipment and help out on the lines when needed.
• Be a member of at least 1 WAM Pillar team.
• Responsible for directing and working closely with Team Leads to maintain or improve safety, schedule compliance, production performances and housekeeping
• Participates in employee Performance Evaluation system and completes evaluations when necessary - (AFR) (Temporary Employee and F/T Employee systems)
• Coordinates the activities of Maintenance and Distribution employees as needed
• Participates in developing and implementing employee training plans. Provides related safety and production training, monitor compliance to and enforce all safety and production procedure protocols
• Manages scrap including Baler area productivity, holding areas, trailers and related documentation; Coordinates with outside vendors as required
• Maintains accurate production data through training, monitoring and compliance to accepted practice.
• Must know AIMS and be able to use to retrieve production and quality information.
• Works with shift Maintenance Specialists to determine and or clarify priority of work and BEWOs
• Dotted line responsibility to the Area managers (Mixer, Sheet, Batch, Self Seal, Lamination, Tube, PP, and Maintenance)
• Escalate issues to the appropriate manager as needed.
• Works closely with the Human Resources Team.
• Has shift responsibility for approximately 35 - 50 employees.
• Performs shift to shift handoff duties and prepares report accordingly, updates Mebane Metrics report. Other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications and Requirements

• High school diploma or the equivalent of a high school education. Prefer an associate or bachelor's degree in related field.
• Three to five years' experience in a manufacturing environment
• Must be able to read, write and understand work instructions, WAM, SDS documents, customer specifications,
• Must be a strong decision maker and comfortable giving people direction. Must be able to multitask and prioritize.

The expected compensation range for this role is $75,000.00 -$80,000.00.

The compensation range and benefits for this position are based on a full-time schedule for a full calendar year. The salary will vary depending on your job-related skills, experience, and location. Pay increment and frequency of pay will be in accordance with employment classification and applicable laws. For part time roles, your compensation and benefits will be adjusted to reflect your hours. Benefits may be pro-rated for those who start working during the calendar year.

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More About Us

Armacell's products significantly contribute to global energy efficiency making a difference around the world every day. With more than 3,300 employees and 25 production plants in 19 countries, the company operates two main businesses, Advanced Insulation and Engineered Foams, and generated net sales of EUR 836 million and adjusted EBITDA of EUR 155 million in 2023. Armacell focuses on insulation materials for technical equipment, high-performance foams for high-tech and lightweight applications and next generation aerogel blanket technology. For more information, please visit:


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