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Morgan Advanced Materials is a world leader in advanced materials science and engineering of ceramics, carbon and composites. We operate in a series of well-defined markets where our applications expertise offers our customers a valuable differentiator, engineering high-specification materials, components and sub-assembly parts that solve their challenging technical problems.
The Performance Carbon business of Morgan Advanced Materials makes high-performance self-lubricating bearing and seal components, predominantly used in pumps, industrial and domestic, or other sealing applications.
We use advanced carbon/graphite, silicon carbide, alumina and zirconia materials to engineer lightweight, low-friction bearings and seals. These materials help solve the problems associated with the use of lubricants in extreme temperatures, corrosive or hygienic environments where access is restricted, and are engineered into products which provide customer-specific solutions.
Group Key Figures: Revenue £1b, ~9,000 employees, manufacturing in 30+ countries, and customers in 100+ countries. A UK PLC with head office located in Windsor, Berkshire UK. Listed on London Stock Exchange; Member of the FTSE 250 Index.
Responsibilities:The Manufacturing Supervisor has direct responsibility for management of the production operations as assigned, from incoming materials to that group to the finished product going to the next customer (internal or external) in compliance with applicable production requirements, quality specifications, and production scheduling.
They supervise, train, provide guidance, and direct the activities of all subordinates during the scheduled shift. They enforce production processing guidelines, company rules, plant safety regulations, arrange for coverage of unexpected absenteeism, maintain required process and department records to ensure effective and productive performance.
They also determine, recommend, and coordinate department staffing and equipment needs.
Essential Functions:
- Maintain a safe workplace through observations, enforcement of safety rules and policies, and communication of potential hazards and safety issues in order to be addressed appropriately. Lead and follow the think SAFE program and requirements.
- Be a trained First-Aid Responder and provide first aid in the case of minor injury or illness on the shift.
- See that tools, materials, drawing and supplies are available and ready to assure continuous operations, and obtain or requisition any essential items needed.
- Make frequent checks of work to maintain quality and quantity standards, and take proper corrective action in cases of faulty work, excessive scrap or production delay.
- Survey the plant during the shift and communicate any machine breakdown or machining troubles with other site management as appropriate.
- Review performance of area employees periodically and make recommendations on transfers or other changes in status.
- Maintain discipline and harmonious relations, enforce good housekeeping, and adjust primary grievances in accordance with Company policy or collective bargaining agreement procedure.
- Prepare or check time, production, scrap, inventory, cost, efficiency or other reports and records required in connection with area operations, and attend supervisory or other meetings scheduled by management.
- Assure compliance to the ISO Quality System.
- Perform other duties as may be assigned or required.
Qualifications:Education and Experience Qualifications:
- Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent
- 3-5 Years of manufacturing experience; previous supervisory experience preferred
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Word and Excel; previous experience with data entry
- Strong familiarity with all equipment used at Morgan Advanced Materials Coudersport facility preferred
Additional Requirements:
- Must be familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point.
- Must be able to clearly present ideas and reports in written and verbal format
- Must be able to work well with subordinates, peers and superiors in all departments of the Company
- Must be able to work well with external contacts of the Company
- Must have good time management, planning and negotiation skills
- Must adhere to all Company policies
Physical Requirements:
- Must be capable of sitting and using a computer for the majority of an 8-hour workday
- Must be capable of walking and standing for the majority of an 8-hour workday
- Must be capable of climbing stairs
- Must be able to lift 35 pounds
- Must be capable of traveling within the US
Candidates must be a US Person, defined as an individual that is a:
- Citizen of the United States, or
- Permanent resident alien of the United States, or
- Protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) as defined by 22CFR120.15
Morgan Advanced Materials is an EEO/AA/M/W/D/V Employer