Job Description:

Company Overview:

Founded in 1912, Illinois Tool Works Inc. (NYSE: ITW) is a diversified, Fortune 500 manufacturing company that delivers specialized expertise, innovative thinking and value-added products to meet critical customer needs in a variety of industries.

This position is within ITW’s Zip-Pak division. Zip-Pak is the global leader in resealable solutions for the flexible packaging industry. Our expertise in zipper, application technology, and packaging systems makes Zip- Pak the primary choice of brand owners, OEM’s, and converters for innovative resealable solutions. Zip-Pak’s lean, modern, and continuous manufacturing environments produce zippers using high-volume plastic extrusion. Manufacturing sites are in the United States, Europe, and South America.

Description:

The Production Supervisor’s role is to oversee the manufacturing area and supervise a team of extrusion operators. Provide leadership and support to the team members. Promote growth for individual operators. Assure team goals for productivity and efficiency are met. At all times observes safety, HACCP/Relevant Food Safety guidelines and policies and assures team members observe same.

Responsibilities:Oversees the manufacturing area and supervises a team of extrusion operatorsPrepares and administers performance evaluations, conduct 30/60/90 reviews, coaching sessions with employees, and administer corrective action as needed.Ensure all team members are properly trained to do their job and are properly trained on new technologies/procedures that are introduced.Coach through feedback and development and follow change management practices to effectively to plan, implement and evaluate change.Interview new hire applicants and recommend qualified applicants for hire. Ensure new hires are trained on all aspects of their job, track their performance and provide progress feedback to the employee and Operations Manager regarding their progress.Ensure proper staffing is maintained on shift, i.e., making sure absences, vacations and daily breaks are covered, and that there are adequate personnel to cover shift assignments. Manages efficient use of the workforce.Ensure that all food safety programs (HACCP/Relevant Food Safety sanitation guidelines) are followed at all times. Assist in providing training of team members in food safety, food defense, safety and other associated programs as identified by management.Shall lead and support Food Safety Culture activities within the organization in support of Food Safety Management System in accordance with the Food Safety Code for Manufacture of Food Packaging.Shall acknowledge the Zip-Pak policy of requesting self-reporting of any illness, foodborne pathogens, or diseases which may be transmitted to food products and food contact surfaces that may jeopardize food safety.Promote the 80 / 20 philosophy and demonstrate a clear understanding and adherence of both self and your team.Be a company champion. Lead by example. Support and communicate company policies.Conduct regular effective team meetings and make small group presentations.Identify and solve quality/equipment problems.Assist operators with line changeovers, line cleaning, manufacturing supplies.Ensure productivity and efficiency goals are met. Monitor target speeds, quick changeovers and improved start-ups. Accurately follows PM schedule.Execute MRD production planMaintain a clean and safe work place in accordance with 5S techniques.To liaise with the Engineering Department to prioritize breakdowns, tasks and projects to limit the effect on equipment availability and product quality.

Position Requirements:

Formal Education & Certification

High School Diploma or GED requiredAssociates or bachelor’s degree in business, operations, engineering, or related degree a plus

Knowledge & Experience3 - 5 years of industrial manufacturing experience1 - 3 years previous supervision/leadership experience in a manufacturing environmentExtrusion knowledge/experience preferredAbility to stand on feet 12 hours per shiftAbility to lift 45 lbs.Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measureComputer and Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Excel, Word)Ability to prepare reports, presentations, analyses using Microsoft OfficeGood verbal and written communication skillsAbility to motivate others to meet demands established by the production scheduleAbility to effectively handle pressure and challengesThe capability to take proactive steps in managing problems

Compensation Information:

The salary range for this position is $70,000.00 to $75,000.00 annually.  The pay rate for a successful candidate will depend on the geographic location, this salary range is for a successful candidate in the Atlanta metro area.  The specific hiring rate within the posted range will depend on the candidate's qualifications and prior experience.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.