Production Supervisor - University Park, IL
Lead Safe & Efficient Operations
Direct daily production activities for an assigned shift.
Ensure compliance with HSSE policies, procedures, and permit systems.
Reinforce safe behaviors and intervene when standards are not met.
Ensure production tasks meet quality and operational standards.
Set clear expectations for performance and behavior.
Hold team members accountable through coaching and corrective action.
Assess employee skills through observation and engagement.
Develop team capability through training and real-time coaching.
Communicate and drive execution of the daily production plan.
Engage operators for feedback and continuous improvement ideas.
Ensure proper documentation in inventory and production systems.
Prepare incoming shifts for success through clear communication.
Ensure effective shift handoffs and information transfer.
Maintain strong housekeeping and adherence to standard work practices.
Issue work permits and coordinate maintenance activities.
Enter work notifications as required.
Serve as Emergency Coordinator during off-shifts.
Qualifications
- Strong leadership presence with ability to manage and influence hourly workforce.
- Ability to hold employees accountable while developing team capability.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills across all levels.
- Ability to manage conflict and drive cooperation across teams.
- Organized, adaptable, and able to manage changing priorities.
- Practical problem-solving skills in a plant environment.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Technical degree preferred (2–4 year), or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 5 years of manufacturing experience.
- Chemical industry and/or supervisory experience strongly preferred.
- Ability to troubleshoot plant issues using practical technical knowledge.
- Basic computer skills and ability to learn new systems.
- Ability to work a 12-hour rotating shift including nights and weekends.
Benefits
Competitive compensation and benefits.
Pay
Details TBD.
Schedule
12-hour rotating shift schedule including nights and weekends.