Production Supervisor - 1st shift

Alkegen brings together two of the world’s leading specialty materials companies to create an innovation‑driven leader focused on battery technologies, filtration media, and specialty insulation. With over 60 manufacturing facilities and a global workforce of more than 9,000 experienced specialists, we help customers impact the environment in meaningful ways. Responsibilities Evaluate machine resources to ensure productivity and minimal downtime. Establish production schedule on 2nd shift to meet customer and shipping deadlines. Strive to increase productivity across all product lines. Maintain and help enhance all aspects around Corporate and Plant Safety policies and programs. Continue to improve leadership abilities in or to increase subordinate’s skills and capabilities. Responsible for training, process improvements, KPI reporting, employee relations all production areas on 2nd shift. Participate in all cross functional team activities including but not limited to Safety, Process Engineering, Quality, Scheduling, Maintenance, Union/Management, and Monthly Ops review. Engage in and promote participation in Safety Awareness, VCPs, Process Mapping, Kaizens, and Recognition to lead a culture changing with a winning attitude and greater acceptance around change. Work with Production Manager to create schedules for employees to ensure optimum staffing levels. Responsible for yearly vacation scheduling of Manufacturing Hourly employees. Performs other duties or special projects as required or as assigned. Champion of safety, health, and environmental issues. Competencies and Qualifications Manufacturing experience Strong written and verbal communication skills Basic math skills Highly motivated Strong time management and priorities management skills Analytical and problem‑solving skills Computer literate with knowledge of Excel BPCS experience a plus Ability to interact with vendors and internal customers Attention to detail Metrics driven Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, nation of origin, religion, color, gender identity and expression, age, disability, education, opinions, culture, languages spoken, veteran’s status, or any other protected class. #J-18808-Ljbffr Vacuform, Inc.