Coloring Supervisor

Over 90 years of quality products and superior service.

About the Role

Safely and economically produce quality artificial granules for SGI customers. Be a role model for safety, while driving a continuous improvement culture within your work group. Lead, manage, and develop work skills of employees. Manage costs at the lowest possible level while producing the quantity and quality of granules on-time and according to the production plan. Lead and manage special projects involving coloring and/or employees. Build and coach cross-functional teams for continuous improvement. Implement Lean Manufacturing and/or other Continuous Improvement and problem-solving techniques.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety, quality, production, and housekeeping standards are met at all times
• Acquire and demonstrate thorough knowledge of MSHA standards
• Conduct contractor safety inspections per SGI policy
• Clearly understand and execute Emergency Management Plan if needed
• Lead, influence, and manage people with good decision-making and organizational skills
• Lead and manage assigned production personnel to safely meet/exceed all manufacturing goals
• Develop and improve assigned production personnel skills in preparation for future career opportunities
• Embrace change and champion it positively to direct reports
• Positive interaction and participation on teams
• Know and understand all product specifications
• Understand the process and equipment locations
• Exhibit excellent troubleshooting skills
• Conduct root cause analysis to identify and correct the root causes of events
• Effective verbal, written, and listening communication skills
• Proficient computer skills – Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Accurately and timely prepare required reports and maintain accurate data and records
• Schedule and plan manpower and production schedules
• Effectively communicate maintenance needs with maintenance supervisors, maintenance manager, production supervisors, and operations manager
• Notify management of downtime with clear and detailed explanations of issues
• Write clearly defined work orders and develop SOPs for the department
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost savings using Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement techniques

Requirements

• Minimum High School Graduate/GED Equivalent; College Degree and/or Trade Certification preferred
• Minimum 1-2 years supervisory experience in a mining/manufacturing operation
• Knowledge of mechanical equipment and systems in a mining/manufacturing operation
• Strong safety and housekeeping orientation and knowledge of MSHA rules and regulations
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to lead employees and drive change in improving operations
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or other Continuous Improvement and problem-solving techniques
• Root Cause Analysis experience or other problem-solving techniques
• Standard Operation Procedure (SOP) planning, raw materials management, and constraint management knowledge

Working Conditions

Work entails direct supervision of Production Personnel and Operations. Operations are performed in enclosed facilities and outdoor areas where extremes of heat, cold, dust, noise, wet conditions, and rough terrain exist. Operations are conducted 24/7, 5-7 days per week with weekly shift rotations. Approximately 30% of the work is administrative in nature.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to make oral presentations
• Prolonged standing
• Bending
• Travel - Domestic
• Lifting objects (up to 70 lbs)
• Climbing
• Prolonged sitting
• Computer use
• Kneeling
• MSHA compliance
• Extended or irregular hours
• Stooping

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary, benefits, and vacation package for all full-time permanent positions.