Production Supervisor (evening/night shift)

PPG Industries Inc. - Gainesville, Texas

At PPG (NYSE:PPG), we work every day to develop and deliver the paints, coatings and materials that our customers have trusted for more than 130 years. Through dedication and creativity, we solve our customers’ biggest challenges, collaborating closely to find the right path forward. With headquarters in Pittsburgh, we operate and innovate in more than 70 countries and reported net sales of $15.3 billion in 2015. We serve customers in construction, consumer products, industrial and transportation markets and aftermarkets. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com.
 
PPG Industrial Coatings produces coatings for appliances, agricultural and construction equipment, consumer electronics, automotive parts, residential and commercial construction, wood flooring and many other finished products.
 
PPG Industrial Coatings is committed to ongoing research and development of innovative technologies. From pre-treatment and electrocoat, to liquid, powder and even ultra-violet (UV) and electro-beam (EB) coatings, PPG can meet virtually any coatings challenge.
 
Most compelling reasons this person would want to work at PPG Industrial Coatings:
  1. This role is prime for someone who desires and performs well in a production role.
  2. PPG is the global leader in coatings industry, and has a track record of success. 
  3. PPG is focused on building our talent in their current role, and into future roles.
 
Located in Gainesville, Tx and reporting to the Plant Manager, the Production Supervisor is responsible for production activities for the plant and across all production areas.  This is an afternoon/night shift from 6pm to 6:30 AM Monday through Thursday (Friday morning).  The products manufactured are accomplished through established processes or procedures in accordance with time, quality and cost parameters.  
 
In order to become successful, s/he will have to quickly learn the plant operation, process and products/technologies that are manufactured.  A successful Production Supervisor ensures the production of a quality product and meeting production / customer specifications.  A successful Production Supervisor will also be responsible for providing positive coaching, leading and mentorship to a team of X direct reports. 
 
Additional Responsibilities
  • Plan and oversee work assignments, performance coaching / counseling and serving as a resource for wage associates.
  • Lead team meetings and facilitates continuous improvements initiatives that are aligned with plant goals and objectives.   Initiatives have an emphasis on process, safety, quality, reduction of cost and substandard product loss (SSPL).   

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Minimum Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • At least five (5) years of production experience with at least three (3) as a supervisor or lead
  • At least three (3) years of powder coatings experience

Preferred Qualifications (in addition to Minimum Qualifications)

  • Bachelor's Degree

 

Skills

  • Effective oral and written communication skills with the ability to influence and lead teams
  • Excellent organizational and prioritization skills
  • Strong ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams across all levels of the organization
  • Strong functional and technical knowledge in solving problems arising out of production or warehousing processes.
  • Strong ability to manage complexity
 
 
 
PPG prides itself on the quality of its employees and as such, candidates who receive a job offer will be required to successfully pass a hair drug/toxins test and a background check.
 
PPG Industries, Inc. offers an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status. PPG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. You may request a copy of PPG’s affirmative action plan by emailing ppgaap@ppg.com.
 
To read more about Equal Employment Opportunity please see attached links:
 
http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf
https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/pdf/EO13665_PrescribedNondiscriminationPostingLanguage_JRFQA508c.pdf
https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf

Posted: 30+ days ago

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