Production Supervisor
Johns ManvilleAbout the role
Who We Are
Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy.
A proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, we serve customers in more than 80 countries around the globe. We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive. We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments.
Pay Range
This is the base salary pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire. Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors. In addition, this position is eligible for an incentive bonus.
The Production Supervisor is responsible for supervising the day‑to‑day activities of an hourly, unionized production team assigned to a single product line. This role ensures that manufacturing operations run in accordance with established production specifications and schedules while meeting volume, cost, waste, and quality targets. The supervisor is accountable for employee safety, training, and effective coordination with other departments to support production objectives.
This position operates on a DuPont Schedule, 28‑day rotating shift pattern designed to provide 24/7 operational coverage using 12‑hour shifts. The schedule includes a rotating mix of day and night shifts and offers consistent time off. The rotation follows this general pattern:
4 consecutive night shifts
3 days off
3 consecutive day shifts
1 day off
3 nights off
3 consecutive night shifts
3 days off
4 consecutive day shifts
7 days off
Your Day‑to‑Day
Responsible for ensuring the safety of all employees on the assigned shift, including enforcement of safety rules and safe work practices
Supervise, train, coach, and provide direction to an hourly production team
Plan and schedule the utilization of equipment to maximize productivity and efficiency
Investigate root causes related to scrap, process excursions, quality complaints, and fire or safety incidents
Ensure production teams understand and comply with established operating systems related to safety, environmental standards, quality, and process controls, as well as overall company policies
Utilize key operating indicators to control product cost, material usage, machine downtime, expenditures, and other shift‑related functions
Accurately review and submit hours worked to payroll for all production employees in a timely manner
Communicate production performance, concerns, and improvement opportunities to Production Shift Leaders, Maintenance, and the Superintendent
Prepare and maintain labor, material, and equipment usage reports
Perform other related duties as assigned
What You Bring to the Team
High School diploma required; minimum of 3 years of operational leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of production processes
Strong aptitude for learning and applying company policies and procedures
Solid understanding of OSHA regulations and manufacturing safety requirements
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Working knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems
Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and direct teams
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team‑based environment
Experience managing 30+ hourly employees, including setting direction, deploying resources, conducting performance eval
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