What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Supervisor position at Saint-Gobain Abrasives?
WHY DO WE NEED YOU?
Principal Responsibilities
Required Competencies
The Saint-Gobain Superabrasives-North America manufacturing facility in Travelers Rest, South Carolina is the manufacturing site for diamond dressing rolls, direct plated and dressing tool products serving high volume operations in the automotive, aerospace, bearing and machine manufacturer industry. The products manufactured are used to shape materials too hard or too fragile for conventional abrasives. They are made by using electroplating, brazing and hand-setting processes and used for producing parts in a large number of machine tooling applications, primarily in the aerospace and automobile industries.
LEGAL STATEMENT
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at SGNA_HR_Compliance@saint-gobain.com.
Benefits In Joining Us
Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.
Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.
Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
LiveWell Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.
401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want:
Group Legal
Identity Theft Protection
Auto and Home Insurance
Pet Insurance and Discounts
Back-up Child & Elder Care
PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
Additional based on Role: One pair of company-issued steel-toe shoes/boots, and safety glasses; annually
Principal Responsibilities
- Prioritize safety as the organization's top value by emphasizing machine safety, conducting thorough risk assessments, and ensuring accurate reporting and proactive correction of unsafe behaviors.
- Monitor and sustain key performance indicators (KPIs) including Safety, Service, Efficiency, and COPQ.
- Enforce company policies such as cell phone usage, break schedules, attendance, and productivity expectations.
- Foster employee engagement and promote a collaborative, team_oriented work environment. Lead weekly departmental meetings to communicate goals, updates, and performance expectations.
- Ensure all quality standards are met and support ISO 9001 compliance initiatives.
- Manage daily production schedules and oversee P1, expedite, and CS911 processes.
- Maintain accurate administrative records related to staffing, scheduling, maintenance activities, and capital project requirements.
- Evaluate employee skill levels, coordinate training programs, and support cross_training to enhance workforce flexibility.
- Collaborate closely with engineering, maintenance, and external vendors on capital project planning and execution.
- Review customer returns to determine rework feasibility and support corrective actions.
- Oversee factory consumables, including perishable tooling essential for production.
- Provide hands_on support to the production team when operational needs arise.
- Document employee performance, conduct performance reviews, and deliver constructive feedback to support development and accountability.
Required Competencies
- Minimum of 10 years of experience with CNC equipment, manual machining, and GD&T.
- At least 5 years of management or supervisory experience.
- High school diploma plus a two_year technical degree from an accredited institution.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to analyze data and prepare reports.
- Ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
- Highly motivated, results_driven, and capable of setting priorities, managing schedules, and operating within established procedures and budgets.
The Saint-Gobain Superabrasives-North America manufacturing facility in Travelers Rest, South Carolina is the manufacturing site for diamond dressing rolls, direct plated and dressing tool products serving high volume operations in the automotive, aerospace, bearing and machine manufacturer industry. The products manufactured are used to shape materials too hard or too fragile for conventional abrasives. They are made by using electroplating, brazing and hand-setting processes and used for producing parts in a large number of machine tooling applications, primarily in the aerospace and automobile industries.
LEGAL STATEMENT
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at SGNA_HR_Compliance@saint-gobain.com.
Benefits In Joining Us
Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.
Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.
Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
LiveWell Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.
401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want:
Group Legal
Identity Theft Protection
Auto and Home Insurance
Pet Insurance and Discounts
Back-up Child & Elder Care
PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
Additional based on Role: One pair of company-issued steel-toe shoes/boots, and safety glasses; annually