Unit Supervisors are responsible for managing day-to-day shift operations at the plant.
My Match
Do you have a knack for understanding manufacturing operations but you're also a people person? A Unit Supervisor lets you do just that as you play an important role in carrying out the company's production goals. You'll need to demonstrate leadership skills direct manufacturing work in a safe and efficient manner.
In this role you will help to maintain an accident free workplace by ensuring environmental, health, and safety standards are being followed. You'll also have the opportunity to help coach and develop technicians and operators through goal-setting and training. Supervisors also make sure shift teams are operating according to the production plans.
Continuous improvement is important in this role. You'll be involved in the day-to day operations to help discover new ways to improve the group's performance. You are also responsible for ensuring product quality is maintained and quality issues are addressed quickly.
You will communicate with unit leaders, engineers, the leadership team to ensure all safety, production, and cost goals are met. You'll also ensure communication on issues for oncoming shifts.
To get this job, an Associate degree is often required. Experience with Six Sigma, and LEAN manufacturing will give you a leg up.
Specific job titles and duties vary by employer so check for details.
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Salary: $18-40/hour
Having Independence
Managing People
Teaching
Improving Processes
Learning & Growing
Working with Data
Physical Activity
Writing Reports and Documentation
Caring for the Environment
Managing Things
Quiet Work Place
Avoiding Risk
Avoiding Stress
Bachelor's degree in process technology or related technical field |
Bachelor's degree in related technical field
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Shipment LoaderShipment Loaders safely load and unload material into and out of railcars or tank trucks. |
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First Line SupervisorFirst Line Supervisors ensure production workers are operating in a safe and efficient manner. |
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Operations ManagerOperations Managers are responsible for plant assets, personnel, and achievement of plant goals. |
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Unit SupervisorUnit Supervisors are responsible for managing day-to-day shift operations at the plant. |