Production Supervisor

About Vibrantz Technologies

Vibrantz Technologies is a leading global provider of specialty chemicals and materials solutions whose purpose is to bring color, performance, and vibrancy to life. Every day, our employees, the products we make, and our valued customer partnerships are inspired by this purpose.

Serving over 13,000 customers, Vibrantz’s technologies are trusted in a variety of advanced materials, color solutions and performance coatings applications and consumer products. Our key competencies in particle engineering, glass and ceramic science and color technology enable product benefits we all know and value, like more durable vehicles and batteries, easier-to-clean appliances, energy efficient roof tiles and bricks, stronger and more decorative glass, and eco-friendly paints.

Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Vibrantz has 65 manufacturing facilities and sales offices on six continents, and we employ 5,000 individuals. We are building a strong, shared culture that is rooted strongly in our six core values that focus on safety, our people, customers, excellence in all we do, environmental stewardship and integrity, ethics, and trust. And we are intent upon fostering a workplace that engages not only employees’ heads and hands and - uniquely - their hearts.

Vibrantz is owned by American Securities, a leading U.S. private equity firm that invests in market-leading North American companies with annual revenue generally ranging from $200 million to $2 billion and/or $50 million to $200 million of EBITDA. American Securities and its affiliates have approximately $23 billion under management and are based in New York with an office in Shanghai.

For more information, please visit www.vibrantz.com and www.american-securities.com.

Job Function

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Production Supervisor will be based out of Lockland, OH, and will be responsible for assisting with the overall operational responsibilities for our Lockland, OH Color Solutions facility, which reinforces great safety and quality practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate employees to maximize productivity and minimize operating costs.
• Coach, counsel, train and develop employee skills.
• Review work schedules and production schedules for optimum results.
• Ensure that products are produced at an acceptable quality level.
• Drive department compliance with established safety, training and ensure compliance with all company policies, plant rules and all regulatory agencies.
• Facilitates operations, training and qualification processes.
• Maximizes operational efficiency by ensuring that units run in optimal operating conditions to maximize product yields.
• Participate in and lead LEAN manufacturing activities as needed.
• Conduct routine safety and sanitation inspections to promote employee safety and good housekeeping.
• Schedule production for the plant’s product circuits.
• Manages productivity and efficiency using metrics and continuous improvement protocols.
• Possesses and continuously develops knowledge of customer requirements and factory’s ability to produce.
• The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Fill in for Production Manager when needed.

Required Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of inventory management systems, quality systems, OSHA and EPA requirements, and ERP systems.
• Strong computer proficiency and ability to utilize operational systems and reporting tools.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience managing production schedules and monitoring operational performance metrics.
• Demonstrated ability to develop employees and improve operational efficiency through process improvements.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, paid vacation, and 401K.

Vibrantz is committed to maintaining pay transparency in accordance with applicable laws and best practices. Compensation for this position will be determined based on a combination of factors, including education, professional certifications, relevant experience, and other job-related considerations permitted by law.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

The physical demands and working conditions are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Vibrantz Technologies Inc. (“Vibrantz”) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Vibrantz strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, gender, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.