Production Supervisor
Responsibilities
Comply with all ESH and Quality procedures and policies – corporate and regulatory. Ensure that the Oerlikon Five Golden Rules of Safety are followed at all times.
Implement Oerlikon Mission and Core Values: Integrity, Team Spirit, Excellence, and Innovation.
Directs, supervises and monitors the activities of operators to accomplish daily production goals and targeted HSE, quality and delivery/cost metrics.
- Writes, reviews and/or approves job hazard analysis, risk assessments, work instructions and procedures. Ensure procedures are in place, teammates are trained, and procedures are followed.
- Ensure proper onboarding of new hires
- Oversee mentoring by leads
- Identify, coordinate and/or conduct training around job hazards, work instructions and procedures
- Investigate and resolve problems affecting ESH, quality, and productivity when required
- Ensure proper inventory of materials, supplies, and consumables at all times
- Maintain accurate employee time and production records
- Prepare and coordinate production schedules and people coverage including vacations, sickness, and training within company guidelines
- Adjust as required to meet daily goals
- Conduct job performance reviews; recommend job performance improvement plans; coach, mentor and nurture employee development and growth
- Continually improve procedures and equipment for safety, quality, lean behaviors, and productivity. Serve as a resource for leads and team members driving improvement activities
- Represents site management during off-shifts
Requirements
- Minimum of 3+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing, preferably in a foundry or chemical environment.
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and ERP systems preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and coach teams in a production environment.
- Commitment to following and enforcing safety, quality, and environmental standards, including proper PPE use.
- Ability to read, understand, and apply SOPs, work instructions, and safety documents.
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and basic math skills.
- Ability to safely operate cranes and powered industrial vehicles (with training).
- Ability to perform physical tasks (lifting, bending) and oversee 12-hour shift operations.
- Must be available to work nights.
Qualifications
Aside from a dynamic global culture and leading market position, we are proud to offer our employees development opportunities, competitive salary and a robust benefit program ALL available on first day of employment!
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plan with low premiums, company sponsored HSA contributions and without cumbersome waiting periods to keep you going strong.
- Excellent Dental and Vision coverage.
- Employee Assistance, Financial and Wellness programs to help improve all aspects of your life journey.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with significant company match and financial planning and education options to help you achieve your retirement goals
- Tuition reimbursement and internal education resources to satisfy your love of learning so you can continue to grow with us!
- Generous paid time off to support your physical and mental wellbeing.
- 12 paid company holidays to occasionally extend your weekends or time off.
- 100% company paid life insurance and disability insurance
- Employee Referral Bonus program because why not to bring your friends to work everyday!
Skills
Our ideal candidate is a self-starter with a proven track record of leading and developing teams. They must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, and possess excellent interpersonal skills. A strong background in manufacturing processes, quality control, and safety protocols is essential. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is also required.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plan with low premiums, company sponsored HSA contributions and without cumbersome waiting periods to keep you going strong.
- Excellent Dental and Vision coverage.
- Employee Assistance, Financial and Wellness programs to help improve all aspects of your life journey.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with significant company match and financial planning and education options to help you achieve your retirement goals
- Tuition reimbursement and internal education resources to satisfy your love of learning so you can continue to grow with us!
- Generous paid time off to support your physical and mental wellbeing.
- 12 paid company holidays to occasionally extend your weekends or time off.
- 100% company paid life insurance and disability insurance
- Employee Referral Bonus program because why not to bring your friends to work everyday!
Pay
Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
Schedule
Nights shifts only.
About Us
Oerlikon is a global leader in surface technologies and advanced materials. With a unique portfolio spanning surface engineering, high-performance materials, coating equipment and components, we make products better by enhancing performance, efficiency and sustainability. Oerlikon serves a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, energy, medical, luxury, semiconductors and tooling. Headquartered in Pfäffikon, Switzerland, Oerlikon operates in 38 countries with approximately 9,500 employees, achieving sales of CHF 1.6 billion in 2024.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Oerlikon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here: Know Your Rights.