Job Information
Mitsubishi Chemical Group Production Supervisor in Phoenix, Arizona
Company:
Cleanpart USA, Inc.
Job Description:
About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing operations and ensure safe, efficient, and high‑quality production. This role is critical in meeting customer expectations, maintaining strong on‑time delivery performance, and fostering a positive, safety‑focused team culture.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy developing people, and are passionate about operational excellence, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
Key Responsibilities
Health & Safety Leadership
Champion a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all EHS regulations.
Coach employees on safe work practices and lead by example.
Identify and address at‑risk conditions proactively.
Conduct and support safety training for all production staff.
Production Planning & Execution
Ensure production schedules are met to achieve high on‑time delivery.
Coordinate workflow and balance staffing to optimize efficiency.
Lead effective WIP meetings to drive daily execution.
Communication & Team Engagement
Maintain clear, consistent communication with the production team.
Encourage employee input and foster a collaborative environment.
Liaise with management, suppliers, and customers as needed.
Team Leadership & Development
Supervise, coach, and develop production staff.
Assign daily tasks and monitor performance.
Conduct performance reviews and address attendance or performance issues promptly and fairly.
Recognize strong performance and promote a positive, results‑driven culture.
Quality Assurance
Ensure adherence to quality standards, procedures, and travelers.
Partner with Quality and Engineering teams to implement quality control systems.
Lead root cause analysis for non‑conformances and drive corrective actions.
Maintain accurate quality records and documentation.
Equipment & Process Management
Support maintenance activities and ensure equipment is in proper working condition.
Identify potential equipment issues to prevent downtime.
Drive continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.
Inventory & Cost Management
Support inventory control and material availability.
Coordinate with Procurement on material needs.
Monitor production costs, minimize waste, and identify cost‑reduction opportunities.
Reporting & Documentation
Maintain accurate production records and reports.
Analyze production data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
Engineering Support (as applicable)
- Perform process engineering duties when skills and priorities align.
Qualifications
Required
High School diploma or equivalent, Associates Degree or higher in a technical field preferred.
5–10 years of industry‑related experience.
5+ years of supervisory or lead experience.
Diligence in following procedures, prioritizing, multiple tasks, and producing accurate, high quality, detailed results
Well-organized, self-starter able to work independently while promoting a team-environment
Outgoing personality with effective oral communication skills and the ability to communicate with internal and external customers alike
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Requires a professional command of English, including strong skills in reading, writing, presenting, participating in business meetings, and managing projects. Multi-lingual is preferred (Spanish)
Ability to communicate confidently and effectively when speaking to groups of customers, employees, and members of management.
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and comfortable working with computers, software applications, and internal systems.
Experienced in the timekeeping processes, including reviewing and approving employee timesheets, managing overtime, and ensuring adherence to time and attendance policies.
Preferred
- Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies.
Skills & Attributes
Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
Strong problem‑solving skills and a proactive mindset.
Confident communicator capable of addressing groups and engaging teams.
Self‑starter who works independently while fostering a team‑oriented environment.
Comfortable using software applications and internal systems.
Additional Information
This job description is not exhaustive. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time based on business needs.
The salary range for this position is $75,600 - $94,500. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.