About the role
SP Industries Inc. is hiring for our team in Vineland, NJ and has an immediate opening for a Production Supervisor - Hotworking!
The Production Supervisor - Hotworking is a fulltime frontline leadership role responsible for overseeing daily manufacturing operations across the Hotworking production areas including LG Lathe Quartz Lathe Shrinking and Tooling. This position ensures safe efficient and highquality production while meeting customer requirements and OnTime Delivery targets. The Supervisor provides direct oversight of production employees and leads coordinates daily activities resolves operational issues and drives performance in alignment with plant goals. The role will also support workforce development crosstraining process improvement equipment reliability and continuous improvement initiatives across the Hotworking operations.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervise daytoday Hotworking production operations across LG Lathe Quartz Lathe Shrinking and Tooling ensuring safe efficient and compliant manufacturing
Lead and support production employees and team leads through direction coaching training accountability and performance feedback
Execute daily production schedules to meet customer demand and OTD targets
Coordinate staffing workflow materials equipment and priorities across Hotworking operations to maintain continuous production flow and minimize downtime
Ensure adherence to quality standards work instructions process requirements and product specifications
Track and report key performance indicators KPIs including productivity yield scrap labor efficiency downtime overtime and OTD performance
Promote and enforce all safety policies procedures PPE requirements and regulatory requirements
Support training and crosstraining across LG Lathe Quartz Lathe Shrinking and Tooling to build flexibility technical capability and operational coverage
Lead shift startup meetings and communicate daily priorities production goals safety expectations staffing needs and performance results
Maintain proper housekeeping and organization in accordance with 5S standards
Monitor and manage material flow and inventory requirements across Hotworking operations to ensure production requirements are consistently met
Partner with Engineering and Maintenance to support equipment reliability process improvements troubleshooting automation opportunities and new equipment implementation
Collaborate with Quality Engineering Maintenance Planning and other departments to address production quality equipment and process issues
Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety quality productivity cost labor efficiency and delivery performance
Identify opportunities to improve processes through standard work value stream mapping waste reduction and other Leancontinuous improvement methodologies
Support costreduction initiatives by identifying opportunities to reduce scrap overtime downtime labor inefficiencies material waste and other manufacturing costs
Monitor production capacity and staffing requirements across Hotworking and communicate potential constraints risks and resource needs to leadership
Support succession planning and technical development by identifying critical skills developing employees and building bench strength within Hotworking operations
Develop a strong accountable and collaborative production team focused on safety quality operational excellence and continuous improvement
Promote crossfunctional collaboration and break down departmental silos to improve overall plant performance and customer service
EXPERIENCE / EDUCTION
Prior supervisory or team lead experience in a manufacturing environment required
Minimum 3-5 years of manufacturing experience, preferably in glass, finishing, or production operations
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams and manage daily performance
Good communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with employees and cross-functional teams
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment
Basic computer skills and experience working with production systems or ERP platforms preferred
Understanding of safety standards and compliance requirements in a manufacturing environment
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, or related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
Additional training in leadership, safety, or Lean manufacturing is a plus
Salary : $70,000 - $85,000
HSE
All managers are responsible for creating a positive safety culture and maintaining a safe and healthy workplace. It is the responsibility of each manager to ensure that employees receive regular training regarding health, safety and environmental matters. Each manager is also accountable to ensure that HSE matters are addressed in a timely manner and that compliance with both legislative and corporate requirements are maintained.
Manager responsibilities for Health, Safety and Environment include
Demonstrate leadership in Health, Safety and Environment compliance
Hold team members accountable for health, safety and environmental compliance as part of the annual performance review process
Ensure that the requirements of the health, safety and environment management system are implemented and maintained
Carry out hazard assessments, inspections, and audits as required by legislative framework and/or corporate requirements
Ensure that training is provided to all departmental employees are per established training matrix
Implement appropriate corrective measures for unsafe conditions and unsafe acts
Ensure that appropriate equipment, materials and protective devices are provided and maintained in safe condition
Provide information, instruction and supervision to employees
Take every precaution reasonable in the circumstances for the protection of employees
Why SP Industries Inc.? The three parallelograms in our logo reflect our core company values: People, Process, and Performance. As part of ATS, SP leverages the ATS Business Model (ABM) to train, develop, engage, empower, and energize our people to make impactful changes in the organization. Our relentless focus on people is what continues to set us apart as a great place to build a career.
• We provide a wide range of innovative and high-quality scientific products that improve people's lives
• We offer a robust health and welfare benefits package that includes Life, Health, Dental, Vision
• We offer 401(K) including company match, Paid Time Off annually + Paid Holidays
• You will enjoy career Advancement Opportunities and Tuition Assistance to help you achieve your goals and continue your career growth
ATS is a $3B publicly-traded global enterprise with a proud 40-year history of helping advance the future with automation solutions. SP Industries Inc. sits within the ATS Life Sciences Group and is a leading global provider of state-of-the-art fill-finish drug manufacturing solutions, research, pilot and production lyophilizers, laboratory equipment and supplies, and specialty glassware. SP supports research and production across diverse end-user markets including pharmaceuticals, life science, ophthalmic, environmental testing and monitoring, food and beverage and more. SP has a long and successful track record of quality and science innovation, and is headquartered in Warminster, Pennsylvania, with production facilities in the USA and Europe. SP offers a world-wide sales and service network including product training and technical assistance. For more information visit www.scientificproducts.com.
EEO and Affirmative Action Statement
SP is an Equal Opportunity Employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis and takes affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. It is our policy to provide our employees and applicants with equal employment opportunities in accordance with applicable laws and not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, genetic information, political belief, pregnancy, citizenship, handicap or disability, status as a veteran or member of the U.S. military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. SP's Affirmative Action Plan is available through the HR Department and may be accessed during normal business hours.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
SP will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.