Production Supervisor
Job in
Sumter, Sumter County, South Carolina, 29153, USA
Listed on 2026-10-11
Listing for:
Autonomy Staffing
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-11
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Production Manager, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Autonomy is partnering with a leading chemical manufacturing company in Sumter, SC to place a Production Supervisor for their production operation. In this role, you will lead a team of production technicians, oversee day-to-day manufacturing operations, and help drive a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement. This is a great opportunity for an experienced production leader in a chemical or industrial manufacturing environment looking to take the next step in their career.
WhatYou’ll Do
- Supervise and support a team of production technicians on the plant floor
- Oversee daily manufacturing operations to ensure production targets, quality standards, and timelines are met
- Enforce all safety policies and procedures — safety is always the top priority
- Monitor the nylon/polymer production process and address any issues or deviations in a timely manner
- Coordinate with maintenance, quality, and other departments to keep operations running smoothly
- Track production data and report on key metrics to plant leadership
- Train, coach, and develop team members to build a strong, capable crew
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and lower costs
- Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations
- 5+ years of experience in chemical, polymer, or industrial manufacturing (nylon or polymerization experience is a plus, but not required)
- 2+ years in a supervisory or team lead role — you've led people before and know how to get the best out of a team
- Solid understanding of manufacturing operations, safety compliance, and production workflows
- Strong communicator — comfortable talking to both your team on the floor and leadership in the office
- Ability to troubleshoot process issues and make sound decisions under pressure
Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to track production data and meet deadlines - A hands‑on, lead‑from‑the‑floor management style
- Experience with polymerization, nylon resin, or specialty chemical manufacturing
- Familiarity with SAP or similar manufacturing/ERP systems
- Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.)
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a technical or engineering field — not required, but a plus
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