Production Manager

USALCO is a leading provider of aluminum-based component products serving key industries such as water treatment pulp and paper oil refining catalysts and construction materials. We are committed to safety quality and operational excellence across our manufacturing network.

Job Summary

The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading and coordinating all production and operational activities. This role ensures the safe efficient and compliant manufacturing of chemical products while meeting customer quality and business objectives. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who drives performance through strong communication process improvement and team development.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Production Management

• Oversee daily production activities including planning scheduling and execution
• Ensure safe and efficient operation of chemical processes and equipment
• Monitor and improve productivity quality and cost performance
• Coordinate raw material planning inventory control and finished goods distribution
• Minimize downtime through collaboration with maintenance and engineering teams

Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise coach and develop production personnel including hiring training and performance management
• Promote a culture of safety accountability and continuous improvement
• Ensure appropriate staffing and operator coverage for production needs
• Lead by example with a strong commitment to company values and objectives

Safety Quality & Compliance

• Enforce all safety environmental and regulatory requirements
• Ensure compliance with quality standards (e.g. ISO NSF) and internal procedures
• Lead incident investigations corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain accurate production quality and inventory records

Continuous Improvement & Collaboration

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs
• Partner with cross-functional teams including Engineering Quality Supply Chain and Transportation
• Support capital projects system improvements and operational initiatives
• Drive Lean Manufacturing 5S and Six Sigma practices where applicable

Administrative & Systems Responsibilities

• Utilize ERP/CMMS systems (e.g. ROSS MaintainX) for production and inventory management
• Track and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) such as Safety Quality Delivery Cost and Inventory
• Assist with budgeting month-end close purchasing and reporting activities
• Maintain documentation for regulatory and operational compliance

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 35 years of hands-on production supervision or management experience
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing operations inventory control and production planning
• Demonstrated leadership communication and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general business systems
• Valid drivers license
• Strong commitment to safety quality and environmental standards

Preferred:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering Chemistry or a related technical field
• 715 years of progressive manufacturing or operations experience
• Experience in chemical pharmaceutical or food manufacturing environments
• Knowledge of ISO/NSF standards and audit processes
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification or experience
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g. ROSS) and maintenance systems (e.g. MaintainX)

Physical & Work Environment

• Ability to lift 5075 lbs and perform physical tasks as needed
• Frequent standing walking and navigating a large industrial site
• Work at heights in confined spaces and in varying environmental conditions
• Exposure to industrial equipment chemicals noise and temperature extremes

Additional Requirements

• Flexibility to work extended hours weekends and changing shifts as needed
• Ability to provide hands-on operational support when required
• Participation in all corporate and site-specific safety and compliance training
• Successful completion of background check and drug screening

USALCO is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex gender identity sexual orientation race color religion national origin disability protected veteran status age or any other characteristic protected by law. As a general policy USALCO does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.