Production Supervisor

Job Family Group:

Are you ready to do something remarkable? Ready to collaborate with an incredible team to solve problems that improve people's lives? Meet Ingevity.

At Ingevity, we develop innovations that purify, protect and enhance the world around us. Our products enable oil to flow better, crops to grow fuller, roads to last longer and ensure that the air we all breathe is cleaner.

Our people come from all different backgrounds and help reimagine new possibilities daily. We understand there is no challenge too big and no contribution too small. We seek out new ideas for tackling complex problems and celebrate achieving the improbable. We value each person's unique talents and synergize them to create meaningful impact and sustainable solutions for our customers and our world.

Bold. Energetic. Ingenious. Genuine. If these qualities describe you, we'd love for you to join Ingevity!

Position Overview:

The Production Supervisor will have the rigorous opportunity to supervise production for the Marion, IN performance materials plant. Safety and Sustainability is a top priority for us so the Production Supervisor will coordinate activities to identify and eliminate safety hazards and environmental excursions, implement Operational Excellence and cost reduction initiatives; and drive continuous improvement efforts.

How you will impact Ingevity:

• Lead and develop a high-performance team to include 10-12 hourly employees to ensure the daily production and maintenance plans are executed effectively.
• Provide coaching to drive continued improvement.
• Collaborate closely with Production Management to implement improvements to drive plant success.
• Promote and champion area safety activities.
• Ensure environmental compliance.
• Identify, troubleshoot and prescribe innovative solutions to complex operational issues.
• Cover Area Production Manager responsibilities as needed.
• Work closely with scheduling, quality and shipping to ensure quality product and on-time delivery.

What you need to succeed:

• High school diploma or equivalent. Associate level degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 5+ years related experience is ideal. Will consider all experience levels.
• Experience/knowledge with manufacturing operations such as batch mixers, pumps, PLCs, scales, packing, timeline scheduling, training and evaluations preferred.
• Hands on - must learn all jobs in order to provide direction, respond to questions and troubleshoot quickly to make sound decisions.
• Strong analytical and trouble shooting skills.
• Project Management skills with the ability to manage several projects simultaneously.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people at all levels of the company to achieve results.
• Demonstrates a commitment to process and systems improvement initiatives as both an individual contributor and by influencing others.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Teams.
• Willingness to work 40-60 hours a week, including Saturdays, as needed.
• Report directly to the Plant Manager.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Ingevity is a company made up of extraordinary people of every race, religion and background, all worthy of the same dignity. Our differences are one of our great strengths. Join us in building a culture of increasing diversity and respect - a culture where everyone belongs.

Ingevity is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.

Recruiting Agencies: Ingevity does not accept unsolicited resumes and therefore, will not be responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited resumes.