Production Supervisor

Company Description

With more than 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries. 

Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world, produces in over 400 factories, and develops innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation industries toward greater environmental compatibility. Approximately 33,000 employees generated CHF 11.20 billion in sales in 2025. 

Job Description

Pay Range: $84,500 - $92,500 

We are seeking a dynamic and results driven Production Supervisor to join our Building and Finishing Newark CA Team. This position will supervise and coordinate the activities of production personnel between all shifts. Position effectively provides leadership and direction to all production employees while meeting company goals for safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Proven leadership qualities with strong interpersonal communication skills. Self-driven and able to generate strong results with minimal supervision, in a team-based environment
• Lead, staff, train, develop, and motivate production personnel to achieve operational excellence.
• Direct and coach production operators in troubleshooting equipment and executing daily and weekly production schedules.
• Enforce all plant safety policies and procedures, taking immediate action to mitigate risks and address non-conformances.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, Logistics, and Customer Service to meet production, quality, and delivery requirements.
• Achieve assigned Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), financial objectives, and departmental budgets.
• Ensure compliance with all quality systems and standards, including ISO 9001:2008 and RCMS requirements.
• Monitor, analyze, and report key operational metrics, including production output, scrap rates, Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), run rates, and production priorities.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve production procedures, including SOPs, startup and shutdown checklists, product inspections, 5S practices, and preventative maintenance programs.
• Manage production-related documentation such as process order creation and confirmation, inventory control (block/unblock), purchase requisitions, and vendor invoices.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in an Engineering or Technical field a minimum.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a technical field preferred. Incumbents must have a minimum of 3-5 years production supervisory experience in an automated manufacturing environment.
• Experience in labor relations strongly preferred; union experience is a plus.
• Highly dependable, organized, and detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated technical aptitude with the ability to analyze complex issues, identify root causes, and engage appropriate resources to implement solutions.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide teams in a results-driven, team-based environment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact at all levels of the organization.
• Basic knowledge of industrial troubleshooting, maintenance and repairs preferred.
• Strong work ethic and flexibility to manage a broad range of responsibilities in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Additional Information

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.

Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training.  We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.