Area Supervisor

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We are hiring an Area Supervisor for Compounding and Extrusion.

The Compounding and Extrusion Area Supervisor plays a critical role in ensuring quality production of the global Kalrez compound supply, and extrudate for preforming of parts.

This leadership position is responsible for developing and leading a high-performing, quality-focused team that consistently meets safety, compliance, and operational performance goals.

The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in milling and extrusion operations, root cause analysis and data management while fostering continuous improvement and operational excellence. This leader serves as a key partner to the Manufacturing Technology, Quality and Supply Chain organizations in driving continuous improvement, operational excellence, and inventory management. Responsibility for this role expands across three local sites.

The Area Supervisor will report to the Area Manager and play a crucial role in meeting business objectives, refining processes, and leading manufacturing initiatives that drive results.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate leadership by embracing and role modeling DuPont Core Values.
• Oversee daily operations of compounding and extrusion processes, ensuring production targets are met efficiently.
• Maintain quality control, regularly monitoring and testing products to ensure compliance with specifications and standards.
• Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize resource utilization.
• Resolve technical issues through proactive problem-solving and troubleshooting to maintain seamless operations.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety protocols and workplace health regulations, fostering a safe and compliant environment.
• Enforce compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), quality protocols, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain to optimize product wheel efficiency and inventory management.
• Lead and execute annual physical inventory for raw materials, compounds, and preforms.
• Manage and resolve compound quality complaints, ensuring timely investigation, documentation, and corrective actions.
• Act as a key liaison with Quality and Technical teams, supporting audits, investigations, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Leverage data analytics and quality metrics to monitor performance, identify trends, and drive corrective actions.
• Lead Root Cause Failure Analyses (RCFAs) and ensure effective implementation of preventative solutions.
• Communicate operational performance, quality metrics, and business priorities clearly to teams and stakeholders.
• Coach, mentor, and provide performance feedback to enhance team effectiveness and align expectations.
• Hire, retain, and develop talent to meet evolving business needs, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• Partner with leadership to stay informed on business strategies, aligning team goals with organizational priorities.
• Monitor and adjust controllable costs such as overtime and operating supplies to optimize efficiency.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Technical or Engineering related field or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in manufacturing.
• Experience and knowledge of basic rubber mixing and compounding.
• Experience and knowledge of ram and screw extrusion.
• Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred.
• Process Safety Management experience.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership ability.

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