Assistant Supervisor

Job Overview

The Assistant Supervisor is responsible for supporting the production supervisor in overseeing the manufacturing operations and assisting in coordinating a team of lead operators and production personnel, ensuring production targets are met, quality standards are maintained, and safety protocols are followed. The Assistant Supervisor will also be involved in process optimization, training, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Functions & Key Responsibilities

• Aid the production supervisor with the highest level of technical guidance, ensuring adherence to production schedules, quality standards, and safety protocols.
• Provide support and guidance to team members, ensuring they have the necessary resources to perform their tasks effectively.
• Maintain oversight of production progress, identifying bottlenecks or issues that may impact productivity, and take appropriate actions to address them.
• Coordinate with the production supervisor to ensure efficient scheduling and allocation of resources to meet production targets.
• Participate in production planning meetings, providing input and insights to optimize production processes.
• Monitor and track product quality throughout the production process, ensuring compliance with quality standards and customer specifications.
• Investigate and resolve quality issues, working with the team to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Train new Lead operators on production processes, equipment operation, and safety protocols.
• Support the ongoing training and development of existing team members, ensuring they have the necessary skills to perform their roles effectively.
• Collaborate with the production supervisor to identify training needs and opportunities for skills enhancement.
• Promote a strong safety culture, ensuring that all team members adhere to safety protocols and guidelines.
• Conduct regular safety inspections, identifying potential hazards, and taking appropriate actions to maintain a safe working environment.
• Guide and assist with machine troubleshooting.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Ability to work independently as well as work with others effectively as part of a team is essential.
• Good verbal & interpersonal communication skills; ability to work well in group situations; ability to deal effectively with conflict in a mature & consistent manner.
• Flexibility to work overtime and off shifts as needed.
• Must be able to stand for 10-12 hours due to the nature of the work.
• Must be able to wear the required PPE to enter the plant/complete the tasks.
• Regular and timely attendance is expected to avoid disruption to the team and the line.
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

Company Benefits

We offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work. We also prioritize community engagement and support for organizations promoting sustainability initiatives or addressing food and hunger needs. Additionally, we offer training and development opportunities through MyLearning, including company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union), and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization. Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all aspects of the Company's application process and workplace environment.