What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Supervisor position at American Synthetic Fiber LLC?
Job description:
Production Supervisor – (Polypropylene Staple Fiber Manufacturing Plant - on-site - Pendergrass, GA)
- Shift: 8:00 PM – 8:00 AM
- 12-hour shifts (2-2-3 days: alternating 36/48-hour weeks; “Continental Shift”)
Family-owned and established, with the agility and opportunity of a fast-growing company.
American Synthetic Fiber, LLC. is a family-owned plastic extrusion manufacturer, proudly operating since 1999. We produce PP Staple Fibers for the Non-Woven Industry and are a stable, well-established company entering a strong growth phase.
The Production Supervisor role is a ground-floor leadership opportunity with major advancement potential for a motivated Production Supervisor who wants to grow with our organization.
What we offer
- Family-owned company offering long-term stability and a strong team culture
- Established business proudly serving since 1999
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- Life Insurance
- Vacation pay
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Clear opportunities for growth and advancement as the company continues to expand
Job Summary
The Production Supervisor oversees all aspects of night-shift manufacturing operations, including safety, quality, production output, employee performance, and continuous improvement. This is a hands-on, floor-based leadership role in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and lead production employees on night shift
- Meet production goals while maintaining safety and quality standards
- Monitor extrusion processes and direct line/process adjustments
- Ensure accurate inspections, documentation, and reporting
- Train, coach, motivate, and discipline employees as needed
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized production area
- Conduct shift handoffs and communicate issues to management
- Drive continuous improvement, waste reduction, and efficiency
Qualifications
- 3 years of manufacturing supervisory experience (required)
- Plastic extrusion experience (fiber, preferably polypropylene or similar spin product)
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to multitask with strong attention to detail
- Comfortable working in hot or cold manufacturing environments
- Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- ISO experience (9001, 14001, 16949) and OSHA knowledge a plus
- Schedule- Night shift: 8:00 PM – 8:00 AM
- 12-hour shifts (2-2-3: alternating 36/48-hour weeks; “Continental Shift”)
Military Veterans welcome to apply.
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
Application Question(s):
- What are your salary requirements?
Experience:
- Production supervisory: 3 years (Preferred)
- Plastics extrusion: 1 year (Preferred)
- Manufacturing: 3 years (Preferred)
Compensation: Competitive and commensurate with experience, skills, and qualifications.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person/On-site