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The Forming Supervisor supervises hourly union employees for one shift of the forming department. This role ensures the shift is engaged in the manufacturing of glass containers to ensure customer requirements are met.
Job Responsibility:
Establish and maintain a proactive safety environment which includes: good housekeeping, constant awareness of injury risks, and always striving for zero accidents
Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, with other departments, and with the employees
further, establish and develop labor relations utilizing sound management principles
Maintain timely and accurate records such as attendance, production, quality, training, and discipline
Monitor production efficiencies and quality regularly during the shift and provide corrective action plans with employees while maintaining accurate communications with appropriate departments
Comply with environmental and food safety standards as set forth in plant policies and programs within the departmental responsibilities
Requirements:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Five (5) years of experience in glass manufacturing with an emphasis on the forming process
Prior experience with mold repair, machine repair, and job changes
Excellent communication skills
Proficient organizational, analytical, and planning skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to work in a heavy industrial, high-risk work environment
Ability to work outside of regular work hours
Ability to prioritize work and have a sense of urgency
Ability to travel up to 5%
Nice to have:
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related discipline
Eight (8) years of experience in glass manufacturing with an emphasis on the forming process
One (1) year of supervisory experience
Prior experience working within a unionized work environment
Prior experience with the plant's forming process (i.e. press, blow-and-blow, etc.)
What we offer:
Medical, prescription, dental and vision plans
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Life insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid holidays and vacation
Short- and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Apprenticeship programs
Professional and personal development opportunities through Employee Resource Groups