Compression Molding Supervisor

Compression Molding Supervisor (1528)

• Title:Compression Molding Supervisor

• Group Company: Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials

• Location:Reading, PA

• Employment Type:Full time

Group Company

• Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials is a leading global manufacturer of high-performance thermoplastic materials in the form of semi-finished products and finished parts. The company has locations in 20 countries and more than 2,800 employees. Its specialty engineering thermoplastics and composites are superior in performance to metals and other materials and are used in a wide range of applications, primarily in the capital goods industry. The company is continuously developing new areas of applications in close cooperation with industry leaders in a broad variety of customer markets. The Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Group is well prepared to further expand its market leadership position.

Supporting the vision of our holding company, Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings Corporation (MCHC) (~~~) , Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials is committed to the realization of KAITEKI, "a sustainable condition which is comfortable for people, society and the Earth". To realize this vision, the MCHC Group engages in corporate activities that provide products, technologies and services based on the comprehensive capabilities of the Group in the Performance Products Domain, Industrial Materials Domain and Health Care Domain, with chemistry as the basis of our activities. We jointly express and promote our commitment under the corporate brand THE KAITEKI COMPANY.

Job Purpose

To oversee the compression molding department to meet customer expectations and to develop and keep the team safe.

Principal Accountabilities

• Develop safety culture within the Reading Compression Molding Department where safety is a core value of all employees by using safety programs, awareness and continuous improvement.

• Responsible for all aspects of departmental safety: JSA's, PBSA's, Safety Training/Talks, 5S, Safety Audits, and Safety Huddles.

• Provide visible leadership during shift by personally monitoring manufacturing performance in the Compression Molding Department.

• Lead and coordinate production problem solving to achieve product quality and schedule attainment

• Execute daily production schedules

• Ensure M3 operation transactions (ERP) are accurate. Train operators on M3 and bar-coding transaction(s) to ensure accuracy.

• Coordinate emergency scheduled and preventative maintenance activities with the maintenance planner and production planner.

• Maintain appropriate staffing levels in the Compression Molding Department in order to meet business needs.

• Act as the communication link between department resources and plant management.

• Manage all aspects of department personnel including hiring, documentation, team building, employee records, employee performance, and performance reviews.

• Utilize performance improvement action methods when and where necessary to effect behavioral change per the employee handbook.

• Work with Plant Manager to develop training systems for new and existing employees and their specific job qualifications

• Ensure all quality standards and procedures are understood and followed.

• Assist in continuous improvement programs (process & quality) and customer complaint resolution by developing long term corrective actions using TPEM, 5S, DMAIC and Root Cause Analysis

Knowledge / Skills / Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business Management preferred

• 5-7 years manufacturing / supervisory experience

• Proven decision-making skills to include problem identification, root cause analysis and resolution

• Ability to prepare action plans to achieve results and prioritize work

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required

• Proven organizational skills with an ability to manage multiple priorities

• Knowledge of the plastics industry and basic understanding of industrial equipment

• Knowledge of ERP Systems (Movex or SAP)

• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Outlook, Power Point and Excel

• Team Player

Pay Transparency (complete highlighted sections)

• The salary range for this position is $67,570 - $84,460. 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.

• Competitive Benefits

• Benefits begin on DAY 1!

• Employee Assistance Programs

• Curated Self-Paced Learning & Development Programs for all Employees

EEO Statement

Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation values diversity in the workplace, is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable law.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or other applicable laws. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.