Production Supervisor
Bradford Labs · Broadview, IL · 1 mo ago
On-siteManagementFull-time
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary and lead communicator from the site to other network sites as well as company leadership.
- Lead, supervise, and develop production personnel; assign work, monitor performance, and provide coaching and corrective action as needed.
- Create and maintain training program for site, including deliver hands-on training of employees in production processes.
- Ensure daily production targets, efficiency metrics, and operational KPIs are achieved and sustained.
- Provide hands-on floor leadership and real-time direction to production employees.
- Cook up and maintain coordination with Maintenance to schedule and execute preventative maintenance, repairs, and equipment installations.
- Ensure all products meet established quality standards and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain accurate production records, shift reports, and departmental documentation.
- Approve and manage timekeeping and payroll-related documentation for assigned employees.
- Ensure the safe handling, storage, and use of flammable propellants and pressurized components in accordance with applicable fire codes, Company safety procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Participate in workforce planning, staffing recommendations, and hiring activities.
- Ensure compliance with Company policies, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and all regulatory requirements.
- Promote a culture of safety; enforce safety standards and conduct investigations, corrective actions, and follow-up on workplace incidents.
- Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives and special projects as assigned.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Five (5) years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment; aerosol, chemical, or personal care manufacturing experience preferred.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Demonstrated ability to work independently under broad operational guidelines.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to provide both strategic direction and direct floor-level supervision.
- Sound judgment and problem-solving skills related to manufacturing processes and equipment.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills; capable of conflict resolution and employee relations management.
- Experience in employee selection, performance management, discipline, and termination processes.
- Working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
- Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and safe manufacturing practices, including those applicable to flammable and pressurized materials.
- Ability to perform moderate physical activity and spend extended periods on the production floor.
- Proficiency with standard office and computer equipment.
- Familiarity with safety and storage standards applicable to aerosol manufacturing (e.g., NFPA 30B) preferred.
- Flexibility to work extended hours as operational needs require.