Production Supervisor

PSW Group
Chicago Heights, IL

Job description:

Production Supervisor
The Production Supervisor will oversee and manage production shift employees and ensure compliance with safety, quality, and quantity standards. Supervisors provide leadership to position the company at the forefront in the industry, advance the company mission and objective to promote revenue, profitability, and growth as an organization. We are seeking candidates that have proven leadership skills.

Safety Protocol:

  • Wears all PPE.
  • Follows all safety procedures and policies.
  • Understands, observes, and respects safety rules and performs all work in a safe manner. (glasses, shoes, face shield, helmet, gloves, spats, etc.)
  • Ensures all employees are wearing their PPE and following all EHS protocols.
  • Reports all safety concerns to Plant Manager and EHS Manager.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • Trains and manages production employees on the assigned shift.
  • Responsible for scheduling manpower according to daily production schedule
  • Oversees the daily workflow and assignments of the production shift.
  • Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations.

Supervisor Accountability:

  • Starts up procedures for furnaces, bag house, line feeder, ovens, computers.
  • Understand how to perform all tasks using the equipment.
  • Experienced in Start Up procedures for furnaces, bag house, line feeder, ovens, computers.
  • Responsible for contacting Maintenance and the Plant Manager if there are any equipment issues, breakdowns, power outages, and safety concerns with the equipment and/or line.
  • Understand the inline process and flow and how to speed it up and slow it down.
  • Responsible for all material and finished product specifications for the finished product.
  • Brings forth any concerns to the Plant Manager
  • Control the cooling water for the casting line.
  • Turn on the cool water when start casting.
  • Turn off the cooling water when casting stop.

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Thorough understanding of or the ability to quickly learn production operations and machinery.
  • Excellent supervisory and leadership skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software to complete reports and logs.
  • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

Quality:

· Ingot discoloration (can happen w/beryllium other materials) Supervisor will report to plant manager

· Report to supervisor immediately if there is any discoloration on the ingot

· Responsible for sampling 0 testing the alloy to ensure it is meeting ingot specifications every 30 min, or as required

· Identifies the casting molds that need to be coated and assigns to Laborer

· Ensures all ingots are uniform, level, stacked properly, banded properly

· Inspects that the finished goods meet the specs required by the customer. If it does not meet the requirements, must notify the Plant Manager and then has to go back to furnace.

· Trains new employees on proper procedures an ensures effectiveness.

· Records data & stack weight

· Ensure proper housekeeping by all team members

· Casting line clean

· Keep all areas stairways, aisles, and deck surfaces clear

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

· Must be willing to work in a foundry manufacturing environment, where working conditions can be hot or cold depending on external temperatures.

· Must be willing to follow all safety protocol and wear all required PPE.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Most of the time is spent in an office setting outside of the production plant or warehouse center. The environment will include, at times walking onto the plant production floor where there is weather and nonweather related hot or humid conditions, extreme cold, working near moving mechanical parts or equipment.
  • The noise level in the work environment is quiet in the office, but can be loud when on the production floor, warehouse or loading areas.
  • Frequently required to sit.

PEOPLE MATTER

Trialco is dedicated to fostering an open, inclusive, and trusting culture where every employee feels valued and respected. We treat all our employees fairly and with respect and dignity, regardless of their position or background. We recognize that a diverse employee community makes an invaluable contribution to the Company's goals and ideals, and we're committed to maintaining a welcoming environment for all.

Our open-door policy encourages all employees to share their thoughts, concerns, and suggestions with management. We aim to foster a culture of trust and transparency, where employees feel empowered to speak up and be heard at all levels. We actively listen to our employees and provide them with honest, responsible feedback.

The safety and well-being of our employees is of utmost importance to us, and we strive to provide the safest working conditions possible by maintaining the highest standards of safety in everything we do. From providing proper training to implementing safety protocols, we take every step necessary to ensure that our employees are protected from harm and can work safely and with peace of mind.

At Trialco, we believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we're dedicated to creating a workplace where they can thrive and grow.

COMP & BENEFITS

Our employees are our most asset. We are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that helps our employees stay healthy, work-life balanced and have a sense of security. Our benefits package includes a competitive salary, discretionary bonus, the ability to participate in a 401k plan with a company match, medical, dental, vision, life, disability and other types of group and induvial coverages.

OUR VISION

Committed to providing the highest quality raw materials.

OUR MISSION

To support our customers in building their products and be their trusted partner in innovation and success by providing superior and sustainable lightweight metal solutions.

ABOUT TRIALCO

Trialco Aluminum, LLC is a versatile Primary and Secondary aluminum smelter located in the south suburbs of Chicago, IL. We specialize in producing clean, high-quality Primary and Secondary alloys for today's Die Castings, Sand and Permanent Mold Castings, Investment Castings, and other Specialty Casting Operations as well as Job Shops.

Trialco is committed to providing the highest quality raw materials to build your unique products and realize your most innovative ideas. Our products are widely used in the automotive, aerospace, communications, constructions, and electronics industries. By upholding the highest quality and environmental standards, we strive to provide consistent, superior, and sustainable lightweight solutions to meet, and exceed, our customers' needs more information, visit us at

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Trialco) is focused on the pursuit of innovation and excellence. By following our core values, we strongly believe we can continue to provide value to customers by setting the standard in magnesium recycling.

Trialco is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans' status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k) 4% Match
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • On-the-job training
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

  • How many years of experience do you have as a Supervisor in a Manufacturing Plant?
  • How many people have you supervised?
  • Is there a shift schedule or any days or times during a week you cannot work?
  • What do you feel makes a Supervisor successful in their role and what do you feel the company expects from a supervisor in their role?

Work Location: In person

Posted 2026-01-01

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