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USALCO Modesto Plant, LLC is a major unit within the manufacturing network of a leading provider of aluminum-based component products used in water treatment, pulp and paper manufacturing, the making of catalysts for oil refining, the housing market and other sectors. The right individual must have a can-do attitude, the ability to be part of a team while operating independently, and consistently performs to very high standards.
JOB SUMMARY: The person in this role is responsible for coordinating and executing the production activities for the Modesto Team, while assuring compliance is achieved in all company associated policies. The position requires a motivated, detail oriented, and results driven team player who:
Incorporates safety and quality into every decision while performing day-to-day activities. Maintains superior communications with Engineering, Finance, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Quality, R&D, Transportation, and outside vendors. Can efficiently manage personnel, chemical processes, and equipment reliability to meet manufacturing specifications for maximizing productivity without compromising safety or quality. Will actively seek out opportunities for process improvement and take full responsibility for collaborating with management and peers. The employee in this position will be a positive-natured, task-oriented individual with operating and administrative experience. The Production Supervisor will be responsible for all distribution, manufacturing, operational, quality improvement, functions. The person must possess excellent communication and people skills necessary to motivate and instill trust and confidence of others. The person will be team player who is at their best when working with others to develop and manage the day-to-day operations of the manufacturing facility. Finally, the individual will be a creative and entrepreneurial thinker who also values and inspires creative, entrepreneurial thinking in others.
This person must be personally and professionally motivated to work constructively with team members at all levels within the company, to execute job responsibilities with a sense of urgency and to support production and business initiatives. Safety, Quality, and Productivity are paramount concerns.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBITIES: Overseeing the safe and efficient operation of Production including production planning, employee supervision, capital and operating budgets, raw material planning and logistics, production planning, quality control and finished goods distribution. Increasing quality, profitability, efficiency and productivity through technology, personnel training and process improvement. Supervising materials management and production and the inventory control process. Seeking out and implementing cost savings through a continuous improvement culture. Striving to consistently meet/exceed our customer service standards by ensuring prompt and accurate completion of service requests and by researching and resolving service issues and implementing long term solutions. Ensuring compliance with quality standards (NSF, ISO, etc.) in the areas of process control, materials control, purchasing, and product identification & traceability. Communicating and administering facility safety and environmental compliance. Recruiting, managing, and developing employees using approved processes for interviewing, hiring, motivating, training and performance evaluations. Implement processes, training, and record keeping to all personnel in production to ensure all regulatory requirements are met. Works directly with Corporate EHS & Q functions to ensure compliance. Provide operational support to personnel as needed to ensure customer demands are met. Must be able to work overtime, provide physical labor and work changing shifts as required to meet business requirements. Perform other duties as assigned in support of business goals and objectives. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Requires organizational and planning skills to meet daily and weekly production schedules. Knowledge of warehousing, and inventory control processes. Must be dependable, flexible, and able to respond on short notice to satisfy requirements of customers. Requires good interpersonal and communication skills. Strong Analytical and Mathematical aptitude Well written EDUCATION: A BS Degree in Engineering, Chemistry or Technical degree preferred will consider others based on relevant work experience. Certifications preferred: LEAN Manufacturing Six Sigma Experience EXPERIENCE: 5 to 7 years of progressive manufacturing, Production Management and transportation experience will be considered without the required degree. A minimum of 1 to 2 years hands on Production Management experience Chemical, Pharmaceutical or Food manufacturing environment, preferred. NSF and ISO processes with procedure and audit experience Ability to effectively work with Microsoft Office Applications at a high-level proficiency. Preferred Software Experience: Aptean Ross; SAP; Maintain X; Industry Safe and Manatal. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The Ability to:
Routinely lift 50 to 75 lbs. throughout the shift Routinely stand 40 to 60% of shift Routinely traverse the ~2 acre site to various buildings Work at elevated platforms as high as 150 without hesitation or fear Work inside confined spaces, as needed. USALCO is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. As a general policy, USALCO does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.
