Production Supervisor 2nd Shift​/3 Shift

Objective / Purpose

The primary purpose of this role is to lead the safe, efficient, and on‑time production of quality material that meets customer requirements. Motivate, mentor, train, and model the Code of Conduct behavior in the production team.

Areas:
Compounding, Recycling, Wash lines, Size Reduction, Blending & Pulverizing

Performance must reflect appropriate level of expertise and achievement of the desired results for the items listed below.

• Is the model of integrity, ethics, and safety.
• Ensures the entire team is productively engaged.
• Delegates and gives direction to ensure business results.
• Gives positive feedback, constructive coaching, and applies discipline when necessary.
• Communicates effectively through active listening, reflective thought, and providing constructive and positive direction.
• Completes all business administrative requirements with accuracy and in a timely manner (e.g., time cards, annual reviews, production work order packets).

• Models safety in behaviors, conversations, and decisions.
• Mentor and coach team on safety practices.
• Responsible for safety huddles at the beginning of the shift.
• Supervises the team’s adherence to Ravago Life Safety Rules.
• Supervises the use of PPE and follows the PPE Matrix.
• Engages team on safe operation of forklifts.
• Directs housekeeping practices during the shift.
• Supervises prevention of pellet spills and other environmental impacts at the site.
• Ensures the team is trained according to the plan.
• Reports safety and environmental incidents promptly.

Ensures the team has a quality mindset and is responsible for product quality while on shift.

• Leads root cause investigations for internal and customer corrective and preventive actions.
• Supervises formula and testing integrity during the shift.
• Reports and requests proper authorization for any material change.
• Works with the lab to ensure timely testing of blend properties and offline testing.

• Forms a complete team that can complete all aspects of running a shift; requests assistance from site leadership when gaps prevent meeting business expectations.
• Ensures all production activities are performed, documented, and completed to required safety, accuracy, and timeliness standards.
• Oversees, guides, and participates in shift training of all production employees and new hires.
• Applies the RMA 7S for Success standards to the work area and all tasks.
• Upholds the Ravago Code of Conduct standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Compounding Plant Manager.
• Makes decisions based on facts.
• Is responsible for all production records completion:
  • Closing orders.
  • Control plans.
  • Order preparation.
  • Reporting.
• Executes changeovers first time right and improves response time.

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Three years of manufacturing (plastic preferred) supervisory experience.
• Computer data entry skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent interpersonal, people‑management, and problem‑solving skills.
• Detail‑oriented and able to prioritize.
• Ability to multi‑task.
• Problem‑solving skills and ability to perform root cause analysis.
• Self‑motivator.
• Ability to operate a forklift.

• Comfortable working in a shared space with constant noise, with or without a private office.
• Comfortable working in a non‑climate‑controlled environment.
• Schedules may vary by week, potentially exceeding 40 hours with or without notice.
• All injuries must be reported to a supervisor/HR immediately.

Work typically occurs in a shared space with constant noise, with or without a private office. Schedules may vary by week, potentially exceeding 40 hours with or without notice.

• Regularly lift 55 lbs.
• Repeatedly reach with hands and arms.
• Climb straight incline ladders.
• Use fingers and hands for packaging and writing.
• Must have color vision.

Blue Polymers is an equal employment opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, or marital status. Your opportunity for employment depends solely upon your qualifications.