Weekend Production Supervisor

KEMET Electronics Corporation

We at KEMET, a YAGEO Group company, help make a wide variety of products possible in the world’s most rapidly expanding industries.

Founded in 1919 in Cleveland, Ohio, with over 100 years of technological innovation, we manufacture capacitors and other components for computing, telecommunications, medical, aerospace, defense, and automotive markets. Our components are found in spacecrafts and defibrillators – from outer space to inside our bodies, and in products we use every day. We have the broadest selection of capacitor technologies in the industry, including an expanding range of electromechanical devices and electromagnetic compatibility solutions.

The Production Supervisor at KEMET Electronics Tantalum Innovation Center in Simpsonville, SC plays a key role in supporting efficient and safe manufacturing operations. This position ensures team alignment with company standards and production goals while fostering collaboration across departments to maintain high performance and product quality. This shift works two 12‑hour shifts over the weekend as well as one 8‑hour weekday shift.

Training will be on the 1st shift (Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm).

• Support manufacturing operations including but not limited to ensuring safety protocols are followed, adherence to company policies, communicating goals and objectives to the team, and setting priorities accordingly
• Periodic interaction with process engineering, quality, production control & management
• Monitor and measure production output vs. target, report daily
• Counsel employees on how to achieve an optimal output or workflow
• Resolve issues and disputes between manufacturing employees
• Standard administrative duties including payroll and inventory counts

• Degree in technical field or applicable experience
• 5+ years of related experience
• Previous supervisory experience of hourly and non‑exempt employees
• Experience with lean manufacturing and OEE a strong plus
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and basic computer skills
• Demonstrated ability to identify defects and abnormalities and correct as necessary
• Excellent attention to detail and good organizational skills
• Excellent teamwork skills demonstrated through a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a driven sense of urgency in completing tasks and projects
• This position remains a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time

• Simpsonville, SC - United States
• Full‑time

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

YAGEO does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, political affiliation, union membership, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, marital status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law, in making employment decisions including but not limited to hiring, wages, promotions, rewards, and access to training.

Qualified applicants and workers shall be provided with reasonable accommodation for disability and religious practices.

• Collaborative work environment that values innovation and teamwork
• Inclusive company culture built on respect, integrity, and continuous improvement
• Career growth opportunities with access to training, and mentorship
• Work‑life balance support through flexible practices and employee wellness initiatives
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and employee programs
• Global impact by contributing to sustainable solutions and industry‑leading technologies

About YAGEO Group
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We build what makes it possible.

From resistors to capacitors, inductors to sensors-our components power the breakthroughs that move the world forward.
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