Thomaston, Connecticut, USA
60 days ago
Value Stream Supervisor

About Silgan Dispensing

Silgan Dispensing Systems is a growing global company with operations in over 10 countries where we develop dispensing solutions for iconic brands in the beauty, fragrance, personal care, home, and healthcare markets. The dispensers we manufacture can be found on some of your favorite products. When you spray your kitchen counter, wash your hair, or put on your favorite perfume there’s a good chance you’re using a sprayer, pump or closure we make!!  We help brands enhance peoples’ lives through our innovative solutions that make dispensing easier, more comfortable, and more sustainable.

At Silgan Dispensing, you can expect an open, safe, and welcoming workplace with team members who are committed to our values. We are customer-oriented, innovative, driven to excel, respectful, inclusive, and sustainably focused.  We are guided by our belief that we do our best work when we work as One Team.

About this Role

The Value Stream Supervisor position is an important role on the Silgan Dispensing team and is a great opportunity for those looking to advance their skills. Our plant help produce thousands of our dispensing products each day. So, it’s important to keep it running efficiently and continuously. Here’s a list of duties that our Value Stream Supervisor performs on a typical day:

Responsible for the safe, efficient completion of the production process in a high quality and repeatable manner. (Expectation is for this role to be floor 70% of the time or more.) Responsible for ensuring that Quality, Safety, Delivery and Cost metrics within the value stream are met. Lead and actively participate in QRQC routines, conducts root cause analysis on machine issues, backtracks, and coordinates with mechanics. Continuously seek improvement and cost-savings opportunities in existing process, systems, tools, and technologies and reinforce continuous improvement within the team.  Accountable for maintaining adequate staffing levels, onboarding, training, and performance management of all team members within respective shift. Lead a team of production employees and is responsible for coaching/ developing team members- including oversight of performance, attendance, employee relation issues.  Escalates reoccurring issues regarding employee performance and/or value stream KPI as needed. Responsible for ensuring critical supplies for the value stream are flowing and on order.Other duties as assigned.  

Qualified Candidates must have:

Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Engineering or Manufacturing Technology preferred. (Equivalent work experience may be considered) 4-6 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment. Ability to learn, grow and adapt to changing business needs- has forward thinking mindset. Willingness to assist others in cross functional groups based on operational needs. Ability to work independently and proactively with minimum supervision. Ability to read, write and speak English. Strong work ethic and safety orientation 

Preferred Candidates will have:

Willingness to assist other cross-functional groups based on needs.Ability to work independently and be proactive.Ability to analyze, interpret and report data.Ability to prioritize work is essential.Good oral and written communication skills

Physical Demands (Reasonable accommodations provided):

Include but not limited to sitting, standing, climbing, walking, lifting, carrying, pulling, pushing, stooping, color determination, grasping, reaching, speaking, and listening.  Frequently required to lift and/or move weights up to 35 pounds.  Use of PPE on the production floor Must be able to pass background check, drug screen and physical. Must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the US. 

Salary Range: $72,000 - $95,000

Benefits:

Those who join our team will have access to a competitive benefits package that includes options for medical, dental, vision, 401(K), paid vacation time, paid holidays, overtime eligibility for hourly employees and much more!  Silgan dispensing also has a generous shift differential pay for hourly employees on 2nd and 3rd shift. 

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status.

Silgan is a drug-free workplace.

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