Production Supervisor - Powders

What makes us strong? Our employees in 50 countries worldwide – all working with passion to enable high-tech applications with our strong metals: tungsten and molybdenum.

Our GTP site in Towanda PA specializes in recycling tungsten and manufacturing premium quality tungsten powders—the essential first step in producing high-performance materials for global applications. We proudly support the U.S. aerospace and defense sectors by supplying strategic resources critical to national security and advanced manufacturing.

Join a highly motivated team in Towanda, USA, where local expertise meets the global knowledge and values of the Plansee Group.

 

Position type: Exempt

 

Position Overview: First line supervisor of production staff; responsible for employee scheduling and performance issues. Oversees equipment/machinery to ensure proper working order. Manages production output, quality, safety and environmental. This position is on first shift.

Responsibilities Would Include:

• Communicate job expectations to direct workforce. Plan, and monitor workforce schedule in order to meet schedule attainment and production goals. Provide coaching, counseling, and discipline when necessary.
• Complete performance reviews with all employees. Responsible for employee training and maintaining training records. Ensure employees are following documented procedures.
• Develop and maintain departmental procedures. Review and modify material routes in SAP for accuracy.
• Coordinate repair of equipment with maintenance group. Support new equipment efforts.
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of 5S. Maintain compliance with all environmental and safety standards.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Minimum high school diploma or GED required. Prior leadership experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma/Statistics LEAN and 5S a plus. Experience with Minitab, SAP, Microsoft Office preferred.
• Familiarity or interest in powder metallurgy and powder processing.
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with many levels of the organization.
• Experience in manufacturing/production area a plus.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement
• 24/7 Fitness Center

 

 

Equal Employment Opportunity 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

In order to conform with U.S. government regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)3, or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

 

Plansee Group USA