Job Description

Rockfon is seeking a Production Supervisor, based on-site at our Chicago facility, as part of our Rockfon Production team. This position reports to the Director of Manufacturing.

Rockfon, part of ROCKWOOL Group, offers advanced acoustic ceilings and wall solutions to create beautiful, comfortable spaces (www.rockfon.com).

Ready to help build a better future for generations to come?

In an ever-changing, fast paced world, we owe it to ourselves and our future generations to live life responsibly. At ROCKWOOL, we work relentlessly to enrich modern living through our innovative stone wool solutions.

Join us and make a difference!

Shift: First Shift

Pay: $70,000 to $90,000

Job Purpose

The Production Supervisor is responsible for cost effective manufacturing of Grid products consistent with required quality standards, safe work practices, effective housekeeping and maintaining compliance with personnel policies. The position will schedule production, and assign tasks to all Operators, Production Lead Persons and Set-up. The Supervisor will monitor production and drive the continuous improvement process to improve operating efficiency and product quality.

Key Result Areas

• Provide leadership and direction for the activities of the assigned Operations group to safely achieve production goals within cost standards.
• Coordinate production to meet customer demands ensuring that products are made safely, have high quality and are delivered on time.
• Provide an accident free workplace; maintain a safe work environment and ensure behavioral safety initiatives are completed.

Key Responsibilities

• Train and manage a production staff of up to 30 employees.

• Provide direct supervision to Operators, Set-up and the Material Handlers and complete employees annual performance review.
• Responsible for employee scheduling and time keeping, administering employee correct action as needed, and participates in hiring process.
• Review SAP generated production plan; adjust based on inventory levels, current orders, machine changeovers & personnel availability as needed.

• Assist Operators with data input into the SAP through Mii system, review production data input and correct errors.
• Review SAP Mii downtime reports to determine and eliminate most frequent causes of lost OEE. Analyze various production reports to identify improvement opportunities.
• Communicate with other shift supervisors to ensure smooth shift transition.
• Maintain a clean organized work area by following all 6-S rules and department housekeeping procedures.
• Work cross functionally with other associates as a team to ensure efficient execution of departmental goals, particularly the engineering, maintenance, tool room, shipping and the Planning functions.
• Promote and ensure a safe work environment and environmental compliance. Includes performing accident investigations in a timely manner, and engages his / her team in creating a safe work environment.
• Apply lean manufacturing best practices and drive continuous improvement with people and processes.
• Support Material handler with inventory, receiving, and quality checks for Base Metal and capping.
• Provide support to other functions in the plant organization where needed.
• Responsible for the facility opening and/or closing.
• Other job duties as required.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary
• Generous Benefits - Effective your first day!
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• Educational Assistance
• 401K Match - up to 6%
• No cost Life and Disability Programs
• Company provided Personal Protective Equipment
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness reimbursement
• Work-Life Balance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 12 Paid Holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave

Who We Are

We are the world leader in stone wool solutions. Founded in 1937 in Denmark, we transform volcanic rock into safe, sustainable products that help people and communities thrive. We are a global company with more than 12,000 employees, located in 40+ countries with 51 manufacturing facilities… all focused on one common purpose – to release the natural power of stone to enrich modern living.

Sustainability is central to our business strategy. ROCKWOOL was one of the first companies to commit to actively contributing to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s) framework and are actively committed to 11 SDGs, including SDG 14, Life Below Water. Through our partnership with the One Ocean Foundation and in connection with our sponsorship of the Denmark SailGP team, we will help raise awareness around ocean health challenges in an effort to accelerate solutions to protect it.

Work Environment & Conditions:

• Our offices are thoughtfully designed to foster collaboration, creativity, and opportunities for social engagement, allowing employees to find balance and bring their best selves to work.
• ROCKWOOL Group believes in giving back to the communities where we operate. Our offices worldwide engage in philanthropic initiatives, community involvement, and sustainability efforts that contribute to improving society and the environment. We encourage our employees to get involved and make a positive impact in the communities we serve.

Diverse and Inclusive Culture

We want all our people to feel valued, respected, included and heard. We employ 79 different nationalities worldwide and are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees, promote diversity, and work against all forms of discrimination among ROCKWOOL employees.

At ROCKWOOL Group, you will experience a friendly team environment. Our culture is very important to us. In fact, we refer to our culture as “The ROCKWOOL Way”. This is the foundation in which we operate and is based upon our values of ambition, responsibility, integrity and efficiency.

ROCKWOOL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified candidates without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.