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Job Title: Production Supervisor

Job Description

We are a small, privately-held manufacturer located on the south side of Chicago and a global leader in glass technologies. We specialize in heat tempered glass and supply major brands like Whirlpool, Bosch, Samsung, and GE, dominating 85 - 95% of the market share. The Production Supervisor directs and manages all production activities, including baking, cutting, and treatment of glass. This role leads a team of Laborers and Machine Operators to ensure safe and efficient operations according to company procedures and policies. Responsibilities include coaching, evaluating, and developing team members.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to and enforce Safety Awareness and all company Safety Policies and Procedures.

• Lead and develop shift employees, meeting defined Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) for Safety, Quality, Production, and Efficiency.

• Implement Lean Manufacturing practices and Continuous Improvement Programs.

• Conduct interviews for hourly employees.

• Oversee 4 production lines: ovens, cutting line, CNC, and digital screen printers.

• Supervise 25 employees on the 1st shift.

Essential Skills

• 3-6 years of supervisory experience

• Experience in production, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement

• Ability to supervise over 20 employees

• Knowledge of KPIs, Six Sigma, and process improvement

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED - mandatory

• Associate's degree in Industrial Management or Business - a plus

Why Work Here?

Join a leading company in the glass technology industry, where you will play a crucial role in our manufacturing process. We offer a clean and safety-focused work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development. Be part of a team that values continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles.

Work Environment

Our manufacturing environment is clean and incorporates numerous pumps, water systems, conveyors, and ovens for heating glass. We follow lean manufacturing principles, and employees are required to wear proper PPE, including safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, and jeans. The first shift runs from 5:30 AM to 5 PM, with the supervisor's shift starting 30 minutes earlier and ending 30 minutes later. Work on Fridays and Saturdays may be required until new machinery is running efficiently.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Chicago, Illinois.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $85000.00/yr.

Medical - BCBS (PPO)

Dental (PPO)

Vision (PPO)

All above is covered 75% by EGP

Life Insurance is twice the salary up to $250k paid for by EGP

Short and long term disability covered

401k (2 years vested) 7% company match

Vacation - 3 weeks

Benefits start from day 1

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chicago,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 8, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.