Manufacturing Supervisor

Company: Lubrizol Corporation
Location: Wilmington
Posted on: September 19, 2023

Job Description:

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The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is committed to enabling a sustainable future. Our unmatched science unlocks immense possibilities at the molecular level, driving sustainable and measurable results to help the world Move Cleaner, Create Smarter and Live Better. Our solutions are used by people every day, improving billions of lives around the world. -We value diversity in professional backgrounds and life experiences. By enabling a consistent, unbiased, and transparent recruitment process, Lubrizol seeks to create a positive experience for candidates so we can get to know them at their best. We recognize unique work and life situations and offer flexibility, ensuring our employees feel engaged and fulfilled in every aspect of life. - Job Summary:

• Under the direction of the Manufacturing Manager, the Manufacturing Supervisor will lead, coach, train, and develop -15 direct reports over 2 shift teams. -The Manufacturing Supervisor will oversee the day-to-day production of the Chemical Mixing and Resin manufacturing areas under current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) conditions. This includes planning and preparing for production, scheduling tasks, and assigning duties to operators to meet the production schedule, assess production records and meet release timelines to deliver quality product to the customers. The Manufacturing Supervisor is expected to set the example of safety and compliance for their teams and demonstrate expertise and breadth of knowledge in executing processes across a variety of production activities. Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for a wide variety of duties associated with overseeing, coordinating, and controlling the manufacturing, including analyzing jobs, assigning jobs, assigning work to employees, resolving problems, monitoring work activities, and performing related duties, within the limits of established policies.
  • Monitor the manufacture of products composed of varied materials.
  • Assign work to employees in keeping with schedules and by difficulty involved, and instruct, direct, and check their work on a continuing basis.
  • Evaluate work quality and quantity and resolve problems in quality and workmanship.
  • Troubleshoot manufacturing problems and take corrective action.
  • Discuss jobs with other supervisory, support personnel.
  • Receive and breakdown schedules, analyze jobs to determine machine, equipment and processing parameters as required.
  • Interface with engineering, customer service, quality control, and other departments to obtain clear quality instructions, secure services, and information.
  • Schedule in urgent jobs and comply with revisions.
  • Maintain discipline and employee morale.
  • Check timecard accuracy.
  • Assist employees in planning, setting up and inspecting work.
  • Take immediate action to correct any unsafe practices observed and promote safe work practices.
  • Discover causes and perform corrective actions when discrepancies occur.
  • Perform scheduled training for safety, job orientated tasks, standard operating procedures, and/or housekeeping procedures.
  • Attend all manufacturing meetings as scheduled.
  • Conduct annual performance reviews for employees.
  • Must be able to provide feedback and coach employees on their performance and when necessary, develop performance improvement plans.
  • Interview applicants for employment.
  • Maintain related records, files in up-to-date condition.
  • Maintain office area and equipment in clean, safe, and orderly condition.
  • Follow established company/department rules and regulations and maintain quality standard.
  • Perform other related duties as directed or as responsibilities dictate Technical Requirements:
    • Minimum three years supervisory experience or relevant experience
    • Basic math skills - able to calculate gross, tare, and net weights.
    • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to teach and coach others.
    • Computer skills - must be able to use email system (Outlook), Internet training (Active Learner), MS Excel, MS Word, and SAP.
    • Understand all technologies in the department. Educational Requirements:
      • High School Diploma or general education degree (GED) with additional specialized training. General:
        • In addition to the listed duties and requirements, all employees are required to comply with the following standards:
          • Regular punctual attendance.
          • Adherence to all safety rules and vigilance in safe workplace practices.
          • The consistent display of positive attitude.
          • Good housekeeping practices.
          • Courtesy and respect toward co-workers, management, customers, and suppliers.
          • Regular constructive communications with management.
          • Compliance with the laws of local, state, and federal government.
          • To behave in a manner that reflects positively on Lubrizol.
          • To take no actions detrimental to the success and reputation of Lubrizol.
          • To work whatever reasonable extra hours or overtime is necessary to successfully complete your work in a timely manner.
          • To comply with all the Standard Operating Procedures of Lubrizol.
          • To maintain your dress and grooming in a manner consistent with the professional image expected in your position.
          • To perform to a standard of quality and technical ability consistent with the skills and requirements demanded by your position.
          • This position is 12 hour rotating shifts with the operations team If you're interested in the position, we encourage you to apply. Lubrizol is always looking for candidates who embody our cultural beliefs in everything they do. If you're All In, Lead Decisively, Take Action, Think External, and can Be Courageous, Lubrizol could be the place for you.
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