Production Supervisor - Cortland, New York

Who is Pyrotek? Pyrotek is the most successful global industrial company you've never heard of (until now). Pyrotek is a global leader in high temperature materials and our products impact virtually everyone in the developed world. Our global team has worked for decades to deliver new technologies, advanced engineered systems and innovative materials to customers in industries all over the world. Join our team and create, improve and innovate the everyday!

The role of the Production Supervisor is to direct, coordinate and supervise day-to-day production operations by overseeing and ensuring standard operating procedures, organizational policies, and industry regulations. Plan and organize production to meet business orders and performance goals and objectives, maintaining quality and safety standards, appropriate record keeping, and maintenance of equipment and supplies.

What you will be doing:

• Effectively oversee, motivate and monitor the performance of Team Members on an assigned shift, to include:
  • Providing direction to Team Members to effectively meet production goals in a timely and cost-effective manner.
  • Thoroughly reviewing production orders and schedules to ascertain product data such as types, quantities, and specifications of products, and reference scheduled delivery dates to verify materials and plan department operations.
  • Properly planning production operations, establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing products.
  • Clearly and concisely communicating during work shifts by verbalizing and documenting actions and irregularities and completing production and quality logs.
  • Accepting accountability for the organization and production for an assigned shift, and actively recommending and pursuing process improvements.
  • Regularly inspecting equipment and reviewing performance reports to ensure optimum utilization, and coordinating maintenance with the Maintenance Department, as needed, to resolve any deficiencies, and to minimize repair costs and prevent operational delays.
  • Maintaining accurate inventory by conducting periodic cycle counts, investigated and reconciling variances and inputting data.
  • Working collaboratively with facility leadership on developing and/or revising standard operational and working practices and observing Team Members to ensure compliance with standards.
  • Keeping direct supervisor informed in a timely manner of all relevant items affecting operations, including absenteeism, injuries/safety issues, equipment/tool issues, disciplinary issues, scheduling, and other items as deemed necessary by management.

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of three (3) years of leadership experience in a manufacturing or production environment

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Strong leadership and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to motivate and manage team members effectively
• Proficiency in MS Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Experience with production management software and tools
• Analytical skills to interpret data and make informed decisions
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Knowledge of safety regulations and quality control procedures
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities
• Adaptability and willingness to learn and implement new processes
• Commitment to personal and professional development

Physical/Sensory Requirements

The following physical activities described here are representative of those required by a team member to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation, if feasible, will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions of position.

Must be able to stand for long periods of time, bend and reach, walk, and use hands and fingers to feel and grasp. Ability to lift up to 75 pounds occasionally and up to 25 pounds frequently. Must be able to communicate effectively in English in person and in writing. Effectively use a personal computer, office equipment and telephone. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Working Environment

While performing the essential responsibilities of this position, Team Member generally will work in a manufacturing environment with frequent exposure to loud noise, moving mechanical parts, and fumes or airborne particles. Periodic exposure to outdoor environment through open doors. PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) such as approved footwear, respirators, safety glasses/goggles, may be required.

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The minimum and maximum salaryrange for this full-time position is $62,500 - $90,000 + benefits. Relocation benefits may be available, if deemed applicable based on candidate location.

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including but not limited tojob-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training. Please note that the compensation details listed in this posted role reflect the base salary only and do not include bonus or benefits.

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$62500 - $90000 / Annually

Pyrotek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

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