Converting Supervisor - 1st Shift

1st shift 7A-3P Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment

700 W Court St, Urbana, OH 43078, USA

Full-time, onsite

The Weidmann Group of companies is active in some of the world’s most vital fields namely energy and medical. Our technology and our knowhow contribute crucial resources to a worldwide market, whether it be leading the global market in transformer electrical insulation, keeping the lights on for billions of consumers, or the delivery of a breakthrough drug through our advanced plastics technologies for medical and pharmaceutical applications.

Responsible for overseeing daily manufacturing operations in the Converting department to ensure production targets are met safely, efficiently, and in compliance with quality standards. This role leads and supports production teams, enforces safety and quality requirements, and drives continuous improvement initiatives to improve productivity, reduce waste, and enhance overall performance including customer service, on time delivery, and cost.

• Lead by example in a values-driven culture, aligning teams with the company’s mission, vision, and values.
• Lead, coach, and develop production employees while fostering a culture aligned with company values, teamwork, and accountability.
• Supervise daily production operations to meet output, quality, delivery, and efficiency targets.
• Plan and assign work, monitor workflow, and adjust staffing or processes to meet production demands.
• Ensure employees are properly trained and follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor production and quality performance, addressing issues, defects, and performance gaps in a timely manner.
• Partner with maintenance, quality, engineering, and logistics teams to resolve operational issues and maintain workflow.
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, quality, safety, and cost efficiency.
• Maintain accurate production reports and communicate performance, issues, and improvement actions to leadership.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3–5 years of manufacturing experience, with supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience in a safety- and quality-driven manufacturing environment.
• Skills & Competencies
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, safety regulations, and quality systems.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement tools.
• Ability to analyze data and solve problems using structured methods.
• Proficiency in production systems, ERP/MRP, and Microsoft Office.

• Medical insurance with an accompanying health savings account, vision and dental insurance, PTO starting your FIRST day
• Annual bonus
• 401k plan with company match, Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance, STD and LTD
• Employee assistance program
• Employee referral program
• Additional company programs include:
  Wellness, clothing allowance, computer loan, and tuition reimbursement
• An award-winning atmosphere! Weidmann was named Best Employer of Champaign County

We look forward to hearing from you soon! Click apply to submit your application.

At Weidmann we are committed to equal opportunities and growth for all talents. We are convinced that a diverse and inclusive work environment increases mutual understanding and innovation of our business.