Supervisor 3rd shift at Sika AG — Gastonia, NC

Responsible for managing all shift operations emphasizing on personnel safety, product quality, schedule execution to achieve production efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe working environment for all employees.
• Have the authority to stop production when safety, quality, or personnel are at risk.
• Ensure compliance with all safety policies, SOPs, work instructions, and company procedures.
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Manage shift operations to meet the production schedule.
• Monitor manpower, equipment, and materials to achieve production goals.
• Ensure product quality meets specifications.
• Train, coach, and develop production employees.
• Handle employee performance and workplace issues professionally.
• Approve attendance and PTO according to company policy.
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Maintain accurate ERP/SAP production records.
• Promote and sustain 5S and housekeeping standards.
• Coordinate with Planning, Maintenance, Quality, and Warehouse to remove production barriers.

Performance Expectations

• Achieve zero recordable safety incidents.
• Meet daily production schedules and customer delivery commitments.
• Maximize OEE while minimizing downtime.
• Reduce scrap, rework, and waste.
• Maintain high product quality with zero customer defects.
• Develop a cross-trained, engaged, and accountable workforce.
• Resolve problems at the lowest possible level before escalating.
• Use data to drive decisions and continuous improvement.
• Improve productivity, efficiency, and operating costs.
• Demonstrate strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Core Competencies

• Leadership
• Communication
• Decision Making
• Problem Solving
• Planning and Organization
• Conflict Management
• Results Orientation
• Analytical Thinking
• Lean Manufacturing
• Production KPI Management (Safety, Quality, OEE, Productivity, Scrap, Efficiency)

Qualifications/Experience/Education:

• Education required: High school diploma or GED
• Experience required: 6 months to 2 years previous related manufacturing experience. Minimum 6-month Team Leader Experience
• Professional license or certificate requirements: none
• Specific skills, knowledge and abilities required: Working knowledge of the metric system, mechanical skills and employee relations experience

Perks & Benefits

• 401k with Generous Company Match
• Bonuses
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid time off, paid holidays
• Floating holidays + Paid Volunteer Time
• Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
• Education Assistance
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program & More!

Sika fosters a culture of entrepreneurship, empowering each individual to make decisions, learn from experiences, and shape their own career path. The safety and well-being of employees are top priorities at Sika, with a strong commitment to open communication and maintaining a safe workplace. In addition, Sika actively contributes to the community and promotes sustainability by giving back, minimizing environmental impact, and embracing social responsibility