Production Engineer & Supervisor - 3rd Shift - Heavy ...

Launch Your Leadership Career in Manufacturing!Are you ready to take the first step toward a dynamic and rewarding career in manufacturing management? We're seeking a motivated and driven individual for anentry-level management rolewithexceptional growth potential. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience, lead teams, and contribute to operational excellence in a fast-paced production environment. If you're passionate about leadership, continuous improvement, and making an impact, this role is your gateway to long-term success and advancement.Position:Production Engineer & Supervisor - 3rd ShiftLocation:USA | Adams, MACompensation:approx. $90k-$110kWhat We Offer:Competitive pay, commensurate with experienceHealth/Dental/Vision plans401k company matchLife InsuranceShort Term Disability & Long-Term DisabilityEducational AssistanceEmployee Assistance PlanSummaryThe 3rd Shift Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and responding to maintenance and production activities, producing sufficient product at budgeted rates to meet sales demands; ensures the quality of products produced; sustains good employee communication and morale to ensure a motivated and productive labor force, Promotes and facilitates the progress of High Performance Work Systems within the department, and performs other duties as assigned. College degree required.ProductionMaintains necessary control of production flow to ensure that schedules will be maintained.Coordinates with maintenance department personnel to schedule maintenance and repairs of production equipment and facilities.Prepares operating schedules to insure efficient production levelsControls all direct labor and material cost in area.Performs new equipment and facilities evaluation and recommends the disposition of worn or obsolete material/equipment in order to improve upon capacity and cost goals.Helps plan and execute special projects and evaluationsQuality AssuranceEnsures that products or raw materials (packaging supplies) meet established quality standards, fully utilizing recognized control systems and procedures.Maintains contact with the Quality Assurance Department and Sales for clarification of customer requirements. May visit customer sites.Employee Relations/Performance Management/Training & DevelopmentEstablishes personal contact with the workforce to ensure high employee morale and cooperation.Evaluates subordinates' work performance and gives feedback regarding all strengths and weaknessesEstablishes employee goals in line with plant/department objectives and enters into Performance Management systemCompletes employee annual and mid-year performance evaluations in Performance Management system and delivers one-on one performance reviews with department personnel.Makes every good faith effort to achieve Department EEO objectives and ensure that personnel practices are fair and consistent with Governmental regulations.Update all employee job descriptions and position checklists as needed to ensure duties/responsibilities are current and accurate and review with employees so they have a clear understanding of their role.Safety & HealthMaintains company safety standards and reports all unsafe conditions to EHS/Engineering for prompt corrective action.Reports all accidents promptly and continually indoctrinates employees with safety principles and practices.Continuous Improvement/LeanActs as resource and champion for department continuous improvement activities (Suggestion Program, 5S, Kaizen, TPM, problem solving, etc.).Manages individual employee involvement in continuous improvement activities to ensure equal opportunities are available for all department members to participate and contribute.Promotes the development and advancement of the High Performance Work System in the department.Principal Working Relationships:Works closely with Shift Supervisors/Shift Leads in the delegation of operating responsibilities.Works with Maintenance Department personnel to ensure proper preventive and corrective maintenance is carried out appropriately.Works with Human Resources in the effective handling of employee relations issues.Works with Safety Coordinator in updating indices, analyzing trends, etc., to improve department safety and ensure MSHA compliance.Meets quality and quantity demands through effective planning and operation of area, and maintains desired inventory levels.Note: Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.The requirements listed in the sections that follow are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required to perform the duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions (primary duties) of the job.Education: Related Bachelor's Degree RequiredKnowledge, Skills & Abilities:3 to 5 years of production-related experienceMust have the ability to communicate effectively, to motivate others and to promote a positive work atmosphere.Self-starter who can work effectively with a minimum of supervisionMust have the ability to work effectively with all levels of employees within the companyIncumbent must have demonstrated a willingness to challenge conventional ideas, be flexible, innovative and be able to function effectively in a team formatA working knowledge of computer systems - Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPointAbility to read, write, listen, speak, and understand EnglishAbility to follow instructions and other oral/written information, compose correspondence in a professional manner, complete paperwork and other documentation accuratelyWork independently and with othersCommunicate effectively with all individuals internal and external to the organizationAnalyze information/situations as needed, be organized and detail-oriented, be able to identify/judge the urgency of a situation, use judgment in decision making and use creativity and negotiation when necessary.Self-directed, take initiative and be persistent when appropriate to accomplish necessary duties and keep busy without promptingAdaptable/flexible to changing work assignmentsHigh level of integrity, motivate and lead others/provide direction, have dependability and self-control to maintain composure, perform multiple tasks at once, learn and memorize procedures, manage time effectively and efficiently, meet established deadlines, display a cooperative attitude, read, understand and follow all company, job specific and safety policies/procedures, and attend/use all required training.Ability to travel is preferredWork Hours: 3rd Shift - 10:00 PM ET - 6:00 AM ET. Must have ability to work the shift/number of hours in which duties need to be accomplished, including overtime, holidays, and weekends, as necessary. Call-ins may occur as needed.Working Conditions:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is typically required to regularly conduct work in a controlled office environment, moving around the office as needed, sitting at a desk, and using office equipment, including but not limited to a personal computer, fax, copier and phone.Constant contact with individuals internal and external to the organization occurs via various methods of communication typically including face-to-face discussions, electronic mail, phone calls, written letters and/or faxes.On a frequent basis, there may be exposure to plant production areas, which includes exposure to outside weather conditions as well as loud noise from equipment and dust from production processes. Exposure to plant areas requires the use of appropriate safety equipment. Personal protective equipment is available for employee use in these circumstances.Safety Training: A new employee hired to perform the duties of this position is to be provided New Employee Training from a qualified individual, which consists of classroom training and may include a tour of plant area(s). Additional refresher safety training will be required as management deems appropriate and/or as dictated by MSHA regulations.Minerals Technologies Inc. (MTI) is a leading, technology-driven specialty minerals company that develops, produces, and markets a broad range of mineral and mineral-based products, related systems and services. MTI serves a wide range of consumer and industrial markets, including household and personal care, paper, foundry, steel, construction and environmental solutions around the world. The company reported global sales of $2.1 billion in 2024.MTI focuses on two major segments -Consumer & SpecialtiesandEngineered Solutions.OurConsumer & Specialtiessegment offers technologically enhanced products to consumer-driven end markets plus specialty additives that become functional components in a variety of consumer and industrial goods. This segment includes our Household & Personal Care and Specialty Additives product lines. The Household & Personal Care product line provides mineral-to-market products that serve consumer-oriented end markets including Pet Care, Personal Care, Fabric Care, Edible Oil, and Renewable Fuel Purification. Our Specialty Additives product line provides mineral-based technologies serving Paper, Packaging, Sealants & Adhesives, Paint & Coatings, Ceramics, Plastics, Food & Pharmaceutical markets.OurEngineered Solutionssegment offers advanced process technologies and solutions that are designed to improve our customers’ manufacturing processes and projects. This segment includes our High-Temperature Technologies and Environmental & Infrastructure product lines. Our High-Temperature Technologies product line offers specially-formulated blends and technologies primarily for Foundry and Steelmaking industries. Our Environmental & Infrastructure product line provides waterproofing, water purification, remediation and other fluid management technologies for critical projects for Remediation, Water Purification, and Infrastructure.MTIis committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive work environment for all employees. In our offices around the world, our differences are respected and valued as essential to MTI’s continued growth and innovation. Our goal is to ensure that all employees at MTI experience our workplace as a welcoming and respectful environment where they can achieve their full potential.IND123

Created: 2025-10-04