Production Supervisor - Plainville, MA

My client is hiring a Production Supervisor to lead multi-shift operations within a specialized chemical processing environment. This role offers the opportunity to oversee production, champion safety and quality standards, and drive continuous improvement initiatives while managing a skilled production team.

Client Details

Our client is a respected manufacturer operating within a highly regulated industrial environment, supplying specialized chemical products to a diverse customer base. The organization is known for its strong commitment to employee safety, operational excellence, product quality, and continuous improvement.

Description

The Production Supervisor will:

• Lead and oversee daily operations across a multi-shift chemical production facility.
• Manage, coach, train, and develop production personnel while maintaining a positive and productive working environment.
• Drive adherence to safety, environmental, quality, and operational procedures.
• Plan, communicate, and execute production schedules to meet customer demand and operational targets.
• Coordinate material availability and inventory requirements to ensure uninterrupted production.
• Collaborate with engineering, laboratory, wastewater, logistics, and other operational teams to optimize workflow and productivity.
• Monitor production performance, identify improvement opportunities, and implement corrective actions where required.
• Analyze operational challenges and resolve production-related issues efficiently.
• Ensure standard operating procedures remain current, accurate, and effectively communicated.
• Support continuous improvement and process optimization projects in partnership with technical and engineering teams.
• Monitor equipment performance and coordinate maintenance activities when necessary.
• Track departmental performance against budgetary and operational objectives.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with quality management system requirements.
• Provide hands-on operational support during staffing shortages or peak production periods.

Profile

The successful Production Supervisor will have the following qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience supervising manufacturing or chemical production teams.
• Strong understanding of workplace safety, environmental compliance, and quality standards.
• Knowledge of chemical processes and safe chemical handling procedures.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation, procedures, and safety data information.
• Excellent leadership, coaching, and employee development skills.
• Proven ability to make sound operational and personnel decisions.
• Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally across multiple departments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, ERP systems, and production-related software.
• Ability to analyze data, calculate production requirements, and support process improvements.
• Chemistry education or related technical background preferred.
• Experience working in a regulated manufacturing, chemical, metals, or process industry environment strongly preferred.
• Exposure to engineering projects or continuous improvement initiatives is advantageous.

Job Offer

• Competitive compensation package.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) program with company matching.
• Flexible spending account options.
• Generous paid time off.
• Retirement savings benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing development opportunities.
• Opportunity to lead an established production operation with significant autonomy and impact.

Apply today for immediate consideration!

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