Job Title

Manufacturing Supervisor II

Position Overview

Shaw Industries is looking for a Shift Supervisor to oversee the activities of all shift employees in pursuit of departmental and plant goals in Safety, Quality and Productivity within our facility in Aiken, SC. 

Shaw Industries Group, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, and is a global leader in delivering carpet, hardwood, tile & stone, laminate, synthetic turf, and other specialty products to residential and commercial markets worldwide. We are committed to creating a better future for our customers, our people, our company, and our communities. 

Responsibilities: 

Communicate and enforce standards and expectations for all shift employees. 

Work effectively to achieve consistency in daily work related activities utilizing Support Team. 

Hold daily Pre-Shift meetings with associates to cover important Safety, Quality and Productivity information. Maintain a safe working environment throughout the shift. 

Communicate with existing supervisor regarding any safety incidents, quality issues, changes, problems, or concerns about which knowledge may be needed to run shift. 

Verify staffing meets current needs. Correspond with employees and communicate assignments as required. 

Review previous production and quality performance. Ensure current lots are running per specifications, procedures are being followed, and quality markers are correct.   

Maintain standard work procedures for Supervisors and perform accordingly 

Help to maintain lab checks are completed and verified on a timely basis. Proactively utilize SPC charts to upkeep 1st quality yarn. 

Build trusting relationships with employees, through team recognition, coaching, guiding, and acting as a resource on their behalf. 

Thoroughly communicate with incoming supervisor on any changes made, upcoming changes, special sampling, problem lines, call ins, etc. This includes finalizing the shift report and holding a shift handoff meeting with the incoming supervisor. 

Understand the department’s standard operating procedures and work instructions and assess for compliance. 

Review and approve associates time in Workforce as well as being knowledgeable of other functions.   

Troubleshoot process as needed. To include: Buhler system, Process Control System, finish system, maestros and floor pressure monitoring. 

Hold one-on-ones with each associate on a regular basis to coach and counsel. 

Conduct a Positive Discipline Program 

Promote morale throughout the department 

Other Responsibilities: 

Review e-mail for current activities or changes as transmitted by Department Manager and others. Have access when offsite and Respond in a timely manner.   

Assist other Extrusion department personnel as needed. 

Ability to travel as needed. 

Complete required paperwork for job changes, corrective actions, quality alerts, procedural changes, etc. 

Perform all job duties using safe work methods. 

Comply with Corporate Absenteeism and Tardiness Policy. 

Work normally scheduled days adhering to starting and stopping times. Work overtime as required. 

Perform other duties as assigned by Department Manager. 

Competencies: 

Build trusting relationships 

Build a successful team 

Drive results 

Facilitate Change 

Demonstrate Good Judgement 

Qualifications: 

High School Diploma/GED required 

1+ years of experience in a supervisor role in a supervisory/leadership role in a manufacturing facility 

Prior leadership experience preferred, especially as a Supervisor or similar role 

Previous manufacturing experience preferred 

Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills 

Preferred proficiency in computer programs (Microsoft office, Outlook, CMMS/Work-order systems, etc.) 

Shaw benefits include: 

Medical, dental, vision insurance and Pet insurance 

Life insurance and disability coverage 

Tuition reimbursement 

Employee assistance program 

Health savings account 

Paid Time Off 

Parental Leave 

401K and Retirement Plans 

Product discounts for employees 

Gym membership discounts 

Adoption assistance 

Shaw Family Health Center (Dalton, GA, and Cartersville, GA, locations) 

And much more. 

Work Shift

12 Hr rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Act Calendar, shift starts PM, days change only

Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.