Production Supervisor-Chemical Mfg-1st Shift
Daubert Chemical Company · Forest View, IL · 1 mo ago
On-siteManufacturing$90k–$120k/yrFull-time
About the role
Daubert Chemical Company is a profitable, family-owned specialty chemical manufacturer and a market leader in the brands that we sell to our end users and distributors. We are looking for a dedicated 1st Shift Production Supervisor to lead daily operations and ensure a safe, efficient, and high-quality production environment. This hands-on leadership role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced setting, values teamwork, and is committed to maintaining high safety and quality standards. If you have experience in manufacturing supervision and a passion for process improvement, we want to hear from you.
What You Will Do
- Lead a team in the production department of a batch process chemical manufacturing facility
- Lead by example in safety, ensuring work is completed without incident while fostering teamwork and maintaining a regular presence on the plant floor
- Promptly report injuries, incidents, and near misses to support risk management
- Ensure work is performed according to SOPs, safety guidelines, and ISO 9000 quality standards while applying 5S tools to sustain a clean, organized work environment
- Complete projects to drive continuous improvement in the department
- Participate in cross-departmental sub-teams as needed
- Supervise the performance of a team of chemical operators in a production department
- Mentor and coach the team in order to develop a high-performance work group
- Update SOP's, batch instructions and other technical documents to support quality system and chemical process
- Coordinate with the other production leaders to review priorities, plan schedules, and manage workflow to ensure uninterrupted production, accurate inventory, and goal achievement in the assigned production department
- Measure decisions versus budget restraints and be able to explain deviations
- Evaluate and document employee performance, providing constructive feedback and recommendations
- Collaborate with HR to make and implement decisions on hiring, promotions, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions
- Issue and follow up on maintenance work orders for repair to ensure the process is reliable for the operators
- Oversee and facilitate employee training on equipment operation, work practices, and safety procedures, ensuring completion on time and effectiveness in practice
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of chemical manufacturing experience required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or other technical discipline is strongly preferred
- Prior leadership experience required
- Demonstrate core values of Caring, Fair, Reliable, and Improving
- Understanding of processes and mechanics of production line equipment
- Ability to learn the chemical operations in a results-oriented, dynamic plant environment and assume more responsibility over time
- Microsoft Office proficiency required including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio and others
- Prior ERP experience and timecard management experience preferred
- Ability to lead continuous improvement, lead by example and be an on-shift resource for troubleshooting problems in the process
- Ability to manage, train and develop employees; ability to give and receive constructive feedback
- Demonstrated planning and organization skills; proven track record of effective problem solving
- Ability to multi-task and delegate functions
- Strong collaboration and teambuilding skills with stakeholders across functions
- Attentive listener along with strong written and verbal communication skills
Benefits
- Competitive salary of $90,000-$120,000 plus management incentive compensation plan
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance plus several voluntary benefit offerings
- 401(k) with immediate company match
- Paid time off with 11 annual holidays plus vacation and sick time
- Disability, Family, & Military Leave
Relocation assistance is not available. Must be authorized to work in the U.S.