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About Vibrantz Technologies
Vibrantz Technologies is a leading global provider of specialty chemicals and materials solutions whose purpose is to bring color, performance, and vibrancy to life. Every day, our employees, the products we make, and our valued customer partnerships are inspired by this purpose.
Serving over 11,000 customers, Vibrantz's technologies are trusted in a variety of advanced materials, color solutions and performance coatings applications and consumer products. We are experts in particle engineering, glass and ceramic science and color technology. Our technologies are used in small amounts to make big impacts on applications and consumer products, including durable vehicles and batteries, easier-to-clean appliances, energy efficient roof titles and bricks, stronger and more decorative glass, and echo-friendly paints.
Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Vibrantz has over 50 manufacturing facilities and sales offices on six continents, and we employe 4,500 individuals. Our shared culture is rooted strongly in our four core values that focus on winning with customers, striving for excellence, championing people, and doing the right thing.
Vibrantz is owned by American Securities, a leading U.S. private equity firm that invests in market-leading North American companies with annual revenue generally ranging from $200 million to $2 billion and/or $50 million to $200 million of EBITDA. American Securities and its affiliates have approximately $23 Billion under management and are based in New York with an office in Shanghai.
For more information, please visit www.vibrantz.com and www.american-securities.com
Location
Quincy, IL
Total Rewards
We offer comprehensive total rewards packages including base pay, variable incentive programs, 401K, medical, dental, vision, life & disability and variety of well-being resources that meet the needs of our diverse workforce. Union benefits are governed by the applicable collective bargaining unit agreement.
$75,217.47 - $94,021.84
Vibrantz is committed to maintaining pay transparency in accordance with applicable laws and best practices. Compensation for this position will be determined based on a combination of factors, including education, professional certifications, relevant experience, and other job-related considerations permitted by law.
Role Overview
The Production Supervisor - Night Shift is responsible for leading manufacturing operations and frontline employees to safely achieve production and shipping objectives while maintaining quality and operational efficiency. This role provides day-to-day leadership, employee development, and performance oversight within a manufacturing environment. The position supports continuous improvement initiatives, ensures compliance with safety and regulatory requirements, and drives productivity through effective workforce management and operational execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, train, and develop employees to maximize productivity, maintain operational efficiency, and support workforce engagement.
- Coordinate production activities by reviewing schedules, monitoring performance, and ensuring products meet established quality standards.
- Enforce compliance with safety requirements, plant policies, regulatory standards, training programs, and qualification processes.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including LEAN manufacturing activities, performance metrics, productivity enhancements, and yield optimization.
- Maintain a visible presence on the production floor by communicating with employees, conducting safety and housekeeping inspections, and providing day-to-day operational leadership during night shift operations.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Basic computer skills and experience managing workplace conflict and employee relations issues.
- Ability to lead operations with minimal supervision, communicate effectively, and develop employee performance.
- Ability to work a rotating night shift schedule, including weekends and holidays, and perform job-related physical activities, including occasional lifting up to 50 lbs and climbing ladders.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science degree in an Engineering discipline.
- Lean Six Sigma certification or experience applying continuous improvement methodologies.
- Knowledge of ERP systems such as IFS or SAP, quality systems, OSHA regulations, and EPA regulations.
- Experience working in a unionized manufacturing environment.
Vibrantz is committed to protecting your privacy. We provide a Website Privacy Policy located on our www.vibrantz.com site to explain the type of information we collect and inform you of the specific practices and guidelines that protect the security and confidentiality of your personal data. Please read that pocky carefully. If any term in the policy is unacceptable to you, please do not use the Website or provide any personal data. This policy may change from time to time (see Revisions to our Privacy Policy on www.vibrantz.com).
Vibrantz Technologies Inc. ("Vibrantz") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Vibrantz strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, cree, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex gender, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
