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Plant Supervisor

Superior Lubricants
Buffalo, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/8/2026

We're looking for a hands-on leader who knows how to keep the plant running and a team motivated. As our Plant Supervisor, you'll be at the center of daily operations, leading frontline employees, ensuring safety and quality standards are met, and solving problems in real time. 

This role is ideal for someone who leads by example, holds teams accountable, and takes pride in running an efficient, organized operation. 

  • $60K - $70K incentives
  • Paid weekly every Thursday
  • M-F 6/7am - 3:30/4:30pm
  • 8 paid holidays & generous time off accruals
  • 401k w/ employer match
  • Company paid STD, and life insurance
  • Company sponsored events and supportive family-owned culture
  • Much more!

Summary: The Plant Supervisor supports the Plant Manager by overseeing daily production, ensuring safety and quality standards, and coordinating cross-functional efforts to maintain efficient plant operations. This role supervises frontline staff, resolves operational issues, and drives continuous improvement.

Essential Duties of Position:

  • Ensure work instructions and procedures are followed, recommending improvements to minimize risks and engaging team members to understand their goals and functions
  • Assign scheduled production tasks to appropriate team members
  • Monitor daily task progress and reallocate team members between departments to ensure timely completion of workloads 
  • Collaborate with Operations Manager, Maintenance, and Transportation to address immediate plant needs such as repairs, supplies, trailers, and equipment
  • Promote and enforce safety compliance with OSHA standards, maintaining clean work areas, safe operations, and proper use of PPE
  • Support the requirements of the company Quality Management System (ISO 9001)
  • Participate in and follow up on team member training, progress, and development through cross-training and job rotations
  • Manage all aspects of team leadership, including participation in hiring, onboarding, coaching, performance evaluations, corrective action, and terminations in collaboration with HR and in alignment with company policies and procedures
  • Serve as the point of contact for emergency situations; lead incident investigations and ensure proper documentation and corrective actions are implemented
  • Address interpersonal or performance issues within the team promptly and constructively to maintain a productive and respectful work environment
  • Lead projects to improve organization, efficiency, and reduce workflow errors and waste
  • Accept new challenges, responsibilities, and roles as needed
  • Align with and support the company’s goals and values
  • Other duties assigned by management

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Strong understanding of plant operations and safety protocols
  • Ability to lead and motivate production teams
  • Problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Effective communication and coordination across departments
  • Basic proficiency in production tracking systems and reporting
  • Commitment to quality and continuous improvement

Qualifications:

  • High School/GED required; two-year degree preferred
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or plant operations role (required)
  • Minimum of 1 year of proven experience in a plant management or supervisory role (required)
  • Experience with ISO 9001 or similar quality systems preferred

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We are committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment and to ensuring equal opportunity in all aspects of employment.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please let your recruiter know or indicate this during the application process so we can provide appropriate assistance.


Monday - Friday, 6/7am - 3:30/4:30pm

Salary : $60,000 - $70,000

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