1st Shift Compounding Supervisor

1st Shift Compounding Supervisor

Job Details

Job Location

Waukegan, IL

Education Level

Bachelors Degree

Salary Range

$65077.60 - $97616.40 Salary

Job Shift

1st Shift

Job Category

Chemical Compounding

Description

Join the PAK

The Visual Pak Companies are aligned with many of the largest consumer product companies in the household, personal care, automotive and food product industries.

30 years of consistent growth with no end in sight is a testament to our best-in-class workforce as the foundation for our collective success. The Visual Pak is looking for innovative and dedicated achievers who are encouraged to keep a healthy work/life balance to join our team.

Compounding Supervisor

The Compounding Supervisor is responsible for providing the overall supervision, direction, and coordination of the Compounding Department. Acts as liaison between the R D and Manufacturing departments in the improvement and development of existing and new formulas and processes.

Direct Reports

Varies, usually between 3-10

Position Responsibilities-Tasks-Deliverables

Provide leadership using Lean Manufacturing concepts and tools to drive continuous improvements of manufacturing highest quality product at the lowest possible cost, highest quality, according to schedule, and with the highest safety.

Oversee activities related to the cost and efficiency of manufacturing products.

Work with R D in new product development and to improve manufacturing processes for existing products.

Apply engineering practices to continually upgrade the quality, capacity, and efficiency of the Compounding Department. Includes working with Corporate Engineering to assist in major equipment design and installation.

Coordinate and develop personnel safety, welfare, and training programs.

Work with customers and our team to develop, execute and maintain a daily blending schedule.

Manage the workforce and equipment to meet customer requirements and blending schedule requirements in quality and quantity.

Perform root cause analysis and provide corrective actions on quality related issues due to compounding failures.

Document and maintain compounding processes enabling analysis for ongoing process improvements.

Cultivate an educated, well trained, and motivated staff.

Participate in work related seminars and classes to foster personal and professional growth.

Perform related duties and projects as assigned by management.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Minimal to no work interruption related to employee relations topics.

Consistently manages production activity to meet day to day expectations for quality, quantity, timeliness, and cost.

Creates and sustains a positive work environment.

Contributes useful problem-solving options and implements them with success.

Provides improvement options that positively impact the company objectives.

Benefits:

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life & AD&D Insurance

401(k)

401(k) match

Pet Insurance

Paid time-off

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible Spending Account

Dependent Care Subsidy

Childcare Resources

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Disability Insurance

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

Knowledge-Skills-Abilities

Education:

A High School Diploma (or GED) with experience is required.

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering or related field strongly preferred.

Experience:

3-5 years' experience required (5-8 years preferred) in a contract manufacturing environment.

Must be flexible in hours to support manufacturing on all 3 shifts.

At least 2 years' experience in a supervisor role

Strong skills in project management.

Shown ability to excel in results-oriented, challenging environment.

Ability to lead a team-based approach to decision-making.

Effective mentoring, facilitation, presentation, and team-building skills.

Analytical and decision-making skills that integrate technical and business factors.

Ability to prioritize work assignments for self and for the team.

Adaptation and flexibility skills to recognize the need for change and to initiate the change process.

Communication:

Outstanding communication, analytical problem solving, decision-making, prioritization, and organization skills.

Bi-lingual Spanish is helpful.

Technology/Software:

Proficient in Microsoft Suite applications

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift and move up to 55 lbs. on occasion.

Must be able to stand / walk for an entire eight-hour shift. Occasional bending, crouching, and crawling

Regular and constant use of finger, hand, wrist, arm, and shoulder.

The work environment is a warehouse floor with many noises, beeping, and other mechanical devices.

Able to see properly to fulfill expectations of position.

Visual Pak Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Visual Pak does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, gender (orientation or identification), sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis covered by federal, state, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, skills, individual performance, and business needs.