Operations - First Line Supervisor - Hopewell

Operations - First Line Supervisor - Hopewell

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Advan Six plays a critical role in global supply chains, innovating and delivering essential products for our customers in a wide variety of end markets and applications, including building and construction, fertilizers, plastics, solvents, packaging, paints, coatings, adhesives, and electronics. Our reliable and sustainable supply of quality products emerges from the vertically integrated value chain of our three U.S. based manufacturing facilities.

Advan Six strives to deliver best‑in‑class customer experiences and differentiated products in the industries of nylon solutions, chemical intermediates, and plant nutrients, guided by our core values of Safety, Integrity, Accountability and Respect.

• Industry competitive benefits focused on employee well‑being
• Competitive compensation, health, dental, vision & wellness programs, paid vacation, 401(k) with company matching, health savings programs, disability & life insurance, employee assistance program
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education, certifications, training, and development
• Fast paced and innovative work environment with diverse colleagues and partners

The First Line Supervisor works to achieve operational targets and standards by directing hourly employees to complete tasks that have a direct impact on overall results within assigned job area(s).

• Ensure assigned tasks are achieved through supervision of direct reports
• Plan and administer procedures and budgets in compliance with collective bargaining agreement
• Lead and direct the workforce in problem identification, problem solving, and implementing continuous improvement measures
• Engage team leaders and employees to improve department/area processes and performance
• Manage overall performance within a 10‑20 employee department (adherence to standard work, attendance, safety, code of conduct, etc.) to achieve expected standards in the areas of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Productivity and Cost
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety and environmental regulations, which includes protecting the environment and community
• Interview, select, and provide training for team leaders and employees
• Create a work environment conducive to employee morale and motivation to accomplish performance objectives
• Manage performance including setting/adjusting pay rates, rewarding/recognizing, and disciplining
• Communicate with team leaders daily and make decisions on issues related to productivity
• Communicate daily with other shifts and peers regarding safety, quality, productivity, staffing, equipment, and continuous improvement activities
• Act as the first point of contact for team leaders in escalation process of problems/concerns
• Communicate Advan Six Operating System principles to employees to improve their understanding and execution
• Conduct performance appraisals, both formal and informal
• Drive the creation and improvement of standardized work
• Audit team leaders standard work to ensure adherence to standard processes and procedures
• Make departmental decisions around waiving or deviating established procedures, considering all safety, environmental, or operational protocols and requirements
• Conduct training and audit standard work
• Manage and adjust employee work schedules
• Establish and share best‑in‑class manufacturing processes
• Lead and execute the 5S activities to maintain the area to standard
• Drive a continuous improvement culture by instilling Plan, Do, Check, Act methodology
• Constantly search for improvement and continually seek to eliminate waste
• Evaluate, address, and support employee suggestions and ideas for continuous improvement
• Practice rapid‑problem solving processes to ensure corrective action at the appropriate level
• Execute the escalation process, as appropriate

• High school diploma or equivalent required;
  Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a technical or related field preferred
• 2‑5 years of relevant experience, experience in a manufacturing, industrial, and/or chemical plant environment preferred
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