Pressing Supervisor - 1st Shift

SUMMARY:

The Pressing Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily operation of the assigned shift within the Pressing Department. The Pressing Supervisor will help to ensure a safe work environment, provide oversight for meeting production dates, monitor quality of production, delegate daily staffing duties, trainings, payroll, 6S/Lean practices, and RCA investigations for quality and safety incidents.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

• Promote a culture of safety within the Pressing team by setting a positive example and fostering environments where safe practices are a priority.
• Drive change and champion the Company culture by promoting the values and principles of RHI Magnesita.
• Work directly with the Management Team, Supervisor Team, Technical Experts, and Team Members to ensure alignment and adherence to corporate objectives and goals.
• Lead through a communicative leadership style, with two-way communication, and high employee engagement.
• Ensure all employees are aware of their responsibilities, how they contribute to the total result, and that they are recognized for performance.
• Promote interdepartmental collaboration and accountability.
• Ensure that all production meets internal quality guidelines.
• Promote and ensure the compliance with safety standards within the Company.
• Review and analyze production records to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Monitor and maintain equipment performance to ensure operation at standard specifications.
• Work to ensure compliance with production schedule.
• Take all appropriate actions to ensure the next shift will be able to start and operate as smoothly as possible.
• Align with Maintenance to ensure that production equipment runs safely and efficiently.
• Constantly work to improve processes and elevate suggestions made by the team.
• Participate in the development of IMS-Documentation (procedural and work instruction).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Technical High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing or heavy industrial environment.
• Thorough understanding of safety protocols and regulations within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience in a supervisory role.
• Familiarity with quality control methodologies and tools, such as statistical process control and root cause analysis.
• Experience with process optimization, 6S/Lean practices and principles, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including engineering, quality control, and supply chain management.
• Microsoft proficiency (Word, Outlook, Excel), Power BI and SAP.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team.
• Must be open to new processes, training, and owning the decisions made on shift.
• Must be a strong problem solver.

HEALTH, SAFETY, & WORK ENVIORNMENT:

• Perform all work in accordance with RHI Magnesita’s Health and Safety policies.
• Adhere to all EHS and IMS policies and job expectations as specified in the Job Descriptions of the Persons Responsible for IMS, RHI Magnesita NAM Regional Safety Rules, Roles, Responsibilities, and Authorities, and Safety Rules and Responsibilities documents.
• The work is performed outdoors and/or indoors, enduring heat, cold, rain, dust, wind, and other elements.  
• Capable of operating various types of heavy equipment and/or machinery.
• Capable of operating various types of office equipment including but not limited to computers, phones, copiers, and scanners.

PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES:

• Physical demands include but are not limited to standing, walking, sitting, bending, kneeling, pushing, pulling, climbing, and lifting – 50 pounds maximum.

ADDITIONAL INFO:

Position Type: Full-Time

Classification: Exempt

Work Hours: 1st Shift 

Supervisory Status: Supervisor

Duties, responsibilities, and work activities may evolve or change as business necessitates. Medical and/or religious accommodations will be considered as necessary. Employee’s signature signifies understanding of the role’s function and responsibilities.