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Job ID 58120 Functional area Production & Manufacturing Full-time/part-time Full Time Experience level Professional

Supervisor

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Supervisor
Permanent  

Creating foldable displays, advancing medical innovations, or giving new life to precious metals – at Heraeus, we empower our customers to stay ahead of the curve. As a family-owned global technology leader, we take pride in being the invisible force driving innovation. Whether in production, research, sales, or administration, we deliver world-class quality across key industries: Metals & Recycling, Healthcare, Semiconductor & Electronics, and Industrials. With a strong global presence, including a significant footprint in the United States, Heraeus employs approximately 16,400 people across 40 countries, all dedicated to shaping the future of technology and industry. 

Heraeus Quartz North America, LLC. has an immediate opening for a 2nd Shift Production Supervisor to join our Production team at our Buford, GA. location. The 2nd shift schedule is Monday to Friday (2 pm to 10 pm) 

The primary responsibility of this position is to supervise up to 20 employees on shift.  Lead, motivate and develop team to ensure planned output requirements and quality standards are met while ensuring all health and safety guidelines are followed.  Acts in the absence of the department manager to ensure the safe operation of the production process in a positive, customer-centric environment. Able to adapt to change well and enjoy being part of a continuous improvement culture.

Your Role and Responsibilities:

  • Ensure the safety and productivity of all employees
  • Ensure security of facilities during designated shift hours
  • Ensure that products and goods manufactured meet quality standards and check finished products to ensure quality
  • Draws in resources as necessary to ensure proper training, and quality for all employees on shift.
  • Motivate workers to enhance production quantity and at the same time maintain high production standards
  • Ensure all employees are trained and following defined procedures
  • Create work schedule for workers, approve leave and ensure required staffing levels are met
  • Enable effective communications between management and operators
  • Review team performance regularly to identify areas for improvement and encourage progress of individual team members through coaching development and performance review. Deliver agreed upon personal development plans.
  • Achieve shift KPI targets e.g. for yield, quality, productivity, etc.
  • Develop team-working across the factory, applying continuous improvement principles.
  • Ensure regular communication/briefings to provide the team with relevant information to maximize shift productivity.
  • Contribute to the planning, organization, operation and installation of all new processes and equipment within the factory.
  • Maintain a clean and safe workplace in accordance with 5S protocol
  • Investigate and report all incidents (spills, accidents, poor performance)
  • Keep records of workers performance, complete employee annual reviews.
  • Ensure that work materials are present when needed. 
  • Accurately complete all required shift documentation

What is required for this role:

  • Bachelor’s Degree preferred. High School Diploma is required.  Associates degree in a technical field is preferred.
  • A minimum of 5 years of manufacturing management experience.
  • The equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
  • Must possess advanced Microsoft Excel skills. 
  • Demonstrate a high level of integrity, professionalism and leadership ability; exhibit a high level of motivation and initiative with the ability to meet deadlines

Curious? Apply now!

Heraeus is proud to be an employer that provides equal access to opportunities for all its employees. We provide fair and equal consideration to all qualified applicants, regardless of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other legally protected characteristic. A diverse and inclusive culture is at the heart of our Vision, Mission, and Values. We are dedicated to cultivating a workforce that reflects a broad spectrum of cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives. 


Any further questions?

If you need any assistance or have questions, please contact hrdirect-americas@heraeus.com or visit our website at jobs.heraeus.com.

Keywords: Supervisor, manufacturing, production, glass, telecom fiber 


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