Production Supervisor

The Company

Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.6 billion in revenue and 12,400 employees in 40 countries in 2024. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.

Imerys is listed on Euronext Paris (France) with the ticker symbol NK.PA.

Based at our flagship manufacturing plant in Lompoc, CA, you will lead and direct the operational activities of a production team on a 12 hr shift, 24 hr/day, 7 day per week, rotating operating schedule. You will be responsible for creating a safe and positive work environment, ensuring compliance with all internal and external guidelines for product quality, employee safety, environmental compliance, and process equipment optimization. You will also implement standards, procedures, and policies to support the continuous improvement of product quality and process efficiency in order to meet manufacturing goals and objectives.

Primary area of Influence includes but not limited to:

Tons Produced and Operating Efficiency.

Quality and Customer complaints for all Products Produced.

Safety of Operating Equipment and Personnel.

Environmental monitoring.

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve a leader and role model with respect to Safety.

• Maintain a safe and healthy working environment according to Mining Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) and EPA regulations.

• Monitor Quality Control process as it applies to the direct manufacture and packaging of diatomaceous earth. 

• Accurate computerized data entry including production reports, time entry and quality control management.

• Direct the work of Laborers, Operators, Maintenance.

• Provide training and support to all Operators.

• Monitor all equipment operating parameters to ensure that all Productivity, and Quality parameters are being met (i.e.… tons produced, reject quantities, and quality parameters).

• Prepare and lead daily Safety meeting discussions with the crew at the start of shift.

• Prepare and complete lab sample analysis.

• Must complete workplace inspections for the assigned area of responsibility and direct the employees to do the same.

• Direct the timely correction of items reported on all workplace inspections submitted by the work team.

• Immediate communication of any and all accidents, incidents, near misses, and significant safety concerns which occur in the assigned area of responsibility.

• Ensure that all employees in the assigned area of responsibility are fully trained and are following safe work practices.

• Observe and address unsafe behaviour of all employees and contractors in the assigned areas of responsibility in a timely manner.

• Responsible for ensuring that the production plan is followed and production rates are maintained.

• Prioritize work for direct reports, and follow packaging priorities.

• Document and report shift performance in all functional areas of assigned areas of responsibility on a timely basis.

• Ensure that interruptions to production are quickly and efficiently overcome in order to maintain productivity as per Plant Goals.

• Efficiently utilize the available resources to maintain targeted productivity.

• Identify and resolve roadblocks to productivity in a timely manner.

• Respond in a timely manner to all concerns brought by employees in the assigned area of responsibility.

• Escalate issues if roadblocks can not be overcome, and if productivity targets will not or can not be met.

• Direct shift maintenance personnel to make repairs and follow up with the day shift Maintenance Manager on longer term repairs.

• Monitor Quality Control process as it applies to the direct manufacture and perlite fines production 

• Track and trend the performance of the assigned work crew and provide performance feedback as necessary to meet the overall objectives of the department and Plant.

Education:

Minimum high school diploma or equivalent. 

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical or Mechanical) strongly preferred.

Experience:

Minimum three (3) years related experience, including supervision. 

Compensation Range: 70,000 - $95,000 Depending on education and experience

Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. In addition, Imerys provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, generous 401K match savings plan, and holidays.

Physical/Environmental Aspects – US ONLY

List specific physical demands and activities of the position with a description of the activity including the frequency and duration required.  Also note the work environment.

Physical Conditions of Employment:

Sitting - 5%

Standing - 25%

Walking - 70% 

Kneel.

Crouch.

Reach.  

Speak and hear.

Write.  

Use machinery. 

Lift up to 50 pounds.

Environmental Conditions of employment:

The position will perform the majority of work in a production environment.  The incumbent can expect to experience loud noise levels, exposure to prolonged vibrations, cold or heat related to weather, exposure to dust.

Clothing/ Device/ Equipment Required to be Used: 

Hardhat. 

Respirator.

Eye protection (safety glasses/goggles).

Hearing protection. 

Radio.

Hazard Exposure: 

Walking production floor/levels with exposure to dust, heat, and noise.  Use PPE. 

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Only technical issues will be monitored through the below inbox:

recruiting.support@ imerys.com

PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT RESUMES OR APPLICATIONS TO THIS EMAIL, AS THEY WILL NOT BE REVIEWED. 

To ensure fairness and legal compliance in our recruitment processes, only applications received through the online application process will be considered. 

IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.