Due to the volume of applications, only qualified candidates will be contacted. NO 3rd PARTY RECRUITERS or RESUMES WILL BE ACCEPTED Join Our Team as a Production Supervisor! Location: Dover, DE (on-site) Department: Production Who We Are Looking For: We are seeking a results-driven and dependable Production Supervisor to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you will oversee daily production activities, ensuring that safety, quality, and efficiency standards are consistently met. The ideal candidate is a strong leader who can motivate and guide a team, troubleshoot issues on the floor, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Why You Should Apply: At Uzin Utz North America, we value teamwork, precision, and safety. As a Production Supervisor, you will play a critical role in ensuring our products are produced and handled with the highest care—supporting our commitment to delivering exceptional products and service to our customers. Who We Are: Uzin Utz North America, Inc. is a leader in flooring installation systems and a subsidiary of Uzin Utz SE, based in Ulm, Germany. Since 1911, Uzin Utz SE has pioneered flooring innovations across the globe. In North America, our trusted brands—UZIN, WOLFF, and PALLMANN—serve flooring professionals throughout the U.S. and Canada with high-performance products and expert service. Job Description: General Supervise and coordinate the day-to-day activities of a team of production operators, operate production equipment as and when required Effectively monitor the volume and quality of output; adjusting tasks, timing, and equipment set-up to meet production specifications through the efficient utilization of available resources. Responsible for line and equipment set-up for next run products. Work closely with shipping, receiving, inventory control, quality control, and safety to help ensure that established Quality and Safety Management System requirements are met. Writes and performs regular audits of standard operating procedures (SOP) for each area reviewing for effectiveness by gathering team input and practice. Performs and directs perpetual cycle counts of raw materials and finished goods. Verifies incoming and outgoing shipments, handling and disposition of materials (loading/unloading trucks) to keep warehouse inventory current. Monitors and makes recommendations on inventory levels of raw materials, packaging, and finished goods to satisfy customer demand Maintenance & Safety Maintain a safe, healthy and organized work environment for all areas in compliance with environmental, health and safety requirements. Safely operate production equipment as required Identifies maintenance requirements for plant areas and initiates work requests for planned and corrective maintenance needs and follows up to ensure the timely completion thereof. Actively participates in the risk identification and mitigation process Supervisory/Leadership Drives team members’ accountability of job standards to achieve an optimal output or workflow through the effective use of coaching, counseling, and disciplinary action as appropriate. Conduct shift handover meetings Facilitate cross training of production operators to develop a flexible autonomous production team while promoting a culture of continuous improvement. Assists in the development of individuals and teams to solve operational issues. Motivates team members to achieve performance targets Assist in the recruitment and hiring process for new production and warehouse personnel. Train new team members in the organization's operating and safety procedures monitoring standards to ensure compliance Other duties as assigned – Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Education, Licensing and Certifications: High school diploma, or equivalent. Education, Licensing and Certifications: Preferred 5 years of related experience in a process/manufacturing environment 2 years of related supervisory experience in a process/manufacturing environment Experience in a batch process plant (construction materials/engineered mortars/food) and maintenance experience Benefits: Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance with employer cost-sharing Employer-paid Life, Short-term, and Long-term Disability Insurance 401(k) Plan with Employer Match and 100% Vesting 3 Weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) Annually 11 Paid Holidays for 2025