Production Supervisor with Mechanical Expertise
Job DescriptionJob Description
PrideStaff is seeking a DIRECT HIRE Production Supervisor with Mechanical expertise for a well known and respected manufacturing companyto lead their team in Rockdale, IL. The ideal candidate will be a strong leader with a solid background in mechanical and electrical systems, capable of performing both maintenance and supervision duties. Our client is very customer centric, and they are needing someone that understands the responsibility that comes with that.
MUST be available to work 12-hour shifts and weekends!!
OFF days are Tues/Wed, however NOT guaranteed!
This role is a supervisory position with significant hands-on responsibilities. The supervisor reports directly to the Plant Manager and acts as their right hand, ensuring all plant operations run smoothly during the day shift. The main focus is on maintaining efficiency, quality control, and safety within the product processing operation.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Hands-on preventative maintenance
- Break/Fix - Hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, sensors, and wiring (480)
- Ensures the timely processing of product throughout the process
- Works closely with the plant manager to schedule shift times
- Communicates well with the plant manager utilizing both written and verbal skills
- Holds employees accountable for their actions and ensures all employees follow the correct procedures
- In the absence of the plant manager, schedules trucking and shift start times
- Completes work-orders
- Ensures die molds are ready for upcoming production runs
- Checks the specific gravity of the glaze material and adjusts if necessary
- Works closely with employees utilizing a “hands-on” approach
- Makes any needed mechanical repairs when possible
- Responsible for the housekeeping of the plant both inside and outside
- Checks the first pan glazed at the start of each glazing operation to ensure proper coverage and makes adjustments if necessary
- Ensures trucks are loaded correctly
- Ensures pan count is correct and constantly checks the quality of the entire process
- Ensures all employees are utilizing the proper PPE at all times
- Ensures any required safety checks are performed and documented
- Immediately notifies the plant manager or supervisor of any quality issues
- Reports any unsafe conditions to the plant manager immediately and corrects the problem if possible
- Understands and is familiar with all other job descriptions, operations, and hazards
- Performs other job duties as the plant manager deem necessary
Qualifications & Requirements:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, material safety data sheets, operating and maintenance instructions, company handbook, and procedure manuals
- Ability to regularly stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
- Safety glasses, safety shoes, ear plugs, plant approved gloves, long pants, short or long-sleeved shirts required. No tank tops or sleeveless shirts
- Face shield to protect face from hot tin (required when pouring die molds)
- Aluminized jacket to protect upper body from hot tin (required when pouring die molds)
- Must be able to lift and/or move more than 75 pounds.
Schedule and Compensation:
- Shift: Day Shift (5 a.m. - 5 p.m.)
- MUST be available to work weekends!! OFF days are Tues/Wed however NOT guaranteed!
- Compensation: $70,000 - $80,000 annual salary plus bonuses
- Work Schedule: Must be available to work weekends. Scheduled days off are Tuesday and Wednesday, but this is not guaranteed and may vary based on business needs.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k) 4% Match
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Company DescriptionPrideStaff can offer you a wide-range of rewarding career options. Whether you prefer the freedom and variety of temporary work or the challenge of a full-time position, PrideStaff can help you find the job that best matches your skills and interests. With offices throughout the country, PrideStaff gives you the inside track to great jobs with more than 3,000 employers. Work with a Staffing Firm that works for you!Company DescriptionPrideStaff can offer you a wide-range of rewarding career options. Whether you prefer the freedom and variety of temporary work or the challenge of a full-time position, PrideStaff can help you find the job that best matches your skills and interests. With offices throughout the country, PrideStaff gives you the inside track to great jobs with more than 3,000 employers. Work with a Staffing Firm that works for you!