Production Supervisor, Team Captain

The Production Supervisor/Team Captain is a frontline leader responsible for safe, reliable, and efficient 24/7 manufacturing operations. With a strong field presence, this role ensures alignment with Celanese’s SQRE principles—Stewardship, Quality, Reliability, and Engagement—while driving team performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.This role is key to building high-performing teams, ensuring smooth shift transitions, and upholding safety, quality, and production standards.Lead and support shift team to meet safety, quality, and production goals.Champion a zero-incident safety culture through active field engagement.Drive on-time, first-quality production while minimizing waste and downtime.Ensure effective shift handovers, issue escalation, and cross-shift continuity.Coach team members, deliver feedback, and support skill development.Act as the first line of support for operational or personnel issues.Promote Celanese’s Move to the Core (MttC) operating model across daily practices.Collaborate with cross-functional partners (Maintenance, Stewardship, Learning) to support operations and improvements.Participate in and support key activities (startups, shutdowns, changeovers, upsets).Monitor contractor work and ensure safety and coordination with plant operations.Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives and problem resolution.Key Metrics (KPIs)Safety:Zero recordables, proactive hazard reporting, safety complianceQuality & Reliability:Zero off-grade, schedule adherence, minimal downtimeEngagement & Development:Goal setting, team reviews, SQRE participationOperations:Shift turnover quality, reporting accuracy, field presenceContinuous Improvement:Sustained housekeeping standards, issue resolutionMttC Execution:Adoption of core leadership and operational practicesSuccess MeasuresStrong, visible leadership presence on the floorMeasurable improvements in team performance and engagementConsistent achievement of production targets with high safety and quality standardsClear, effective communication across shifts and functionsHigh school diploma or GED Required. Bachelors preferred.Required:5+ years of manufacturing experience.Preferred:4+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environmentStrong communication, coaching, and problem-solving skillsDemonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvementEffective time management and ability to lead in a 24/7 environmentSCHEDULE/SHIFT DETAILSThis is a rotating swing shiftposition.Includes both day and night shifts within the same week.Shift Hours:Day Shift: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PMNight Shift: 6:00 PM - 6:00 AMRotation includes weekends and holidaysas part of the standard schedule.What We’re Looking ForHigh integrity and accountabilityCommitment to team and self-developmentStrong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust across teamsFocused, organized, and resilient in a dynamic environmentPromotes an inclusive, respectful, and high-performance culture

Created: 2025-10-04