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Plant Supervisor

Unilock
Aurora, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 8/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/13/2026

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Unilock has been North America's premier manufacturer of concrete paving stones and retaining walls for 50 years.  Our Aurora, IL location is growing.  Unilock facilities are safe, modern, and fully automated production facilities.

We are currently hiring a Plant Supervisor 

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and safety-focused Shift Supervisor to lead daily plant operations and support a high-performance manufacturing team. The Shift Supervisor is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and quality-driven production while supervising employees, coordinating maintenance activities, managing inventory reporting, and driving operational excellence.

The ideal candidate is a strong leader with manufacturing experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to motivate teams while maintaining a safe and productive work environment. 

Key Responsibilities

Safety & Compliance

  • Promote and maintain a strong safety culture throughout the facility.
  • Ensure compliance with all company safety policies, SOPs, JSAs, hot work permits, confined space procedures, and related safety programs.
  • Investigate and communicate safety concerns and support continuous safety improvements.
  • Assist in developing and updating operational and safety procedures.

Team Leadership

  • Supervise and support plant employees during assigned shifts.
  • Monitor employee attendance, productivity, and performance.
  • Provide coaching, training, corrective action, and performance feedback when needed.
  • Foster teamwork and collaboration across departments and shifts.
  • Participate in employee development, recognition, and promotion recommendations.

Production & Operations

  • Oversee daily production activities, including start-ups, changeovers, cleanups, and routine operations.
  • Ensure production goals, quality standards, and operational targets are achieved.
  • Conduct mandatory shift change meetings to communicate production, safety, quality, and maintenance updates.
  • Coordinate staffing and workflow to maximize efficiency.

Quality Assurance

  • Ensure adherence to company quality standards and testing requirements.
  • Review and complete quality reports accurately and on time.
  • Monitor production quality and address issues proactively.
  • Communicate quality concerns to plant leadership and recommend corrective actions.

Maintenance & Equipment

  • Ensure routine equipment inspections and daily maintenance checks are completed.
  • Assist with troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment issues.
  • Coordinate maintenance activities with maintenance personnel and plant leadership.
  • Document repairs, adjustments, and maintenance work completed during each shift.

Reporting & Inventory

  • Maintain accurate production, maintenance, safety, and inventory records.
  • Monitor raw material levels and plant supplies.
  • Complete required reports, including production data, maintenance checklists, safety documentation, toolbox talks, and inventory counts.
  • Support material ordering as directed by management.

Housekeeping

  • Maintain a clean, organized, and professional facility.
  • Ensure employees follow housekeeping and cleanliness standards throughout the plant.

Qualifications

Required Experience

  • Minimum of 2 years of machine operator experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

  • Strong leadership, communication, and team-building abilities.
  • Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
  • Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
  • Completion of a basic electrical course or equivalent experience preferred.
  • Working knowledge of manufacturing safety, quality, and production processes.

Carry out other related duties as needed to meet departmental and organizational objectives

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to stand, bend, stoop, reach, and perform repetitive motions throughout the workday.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced industrial environment.
Carry out other related duties as needed to meet departmental and organizational objectives
 

Salary Range - $65,000 - $70,000 Non-Exempt/Hourly Position
Compensation based on experience with the potential to earn a yearly bonus

What we offer you

  • Health Benefits - Effective 1st of the month following start date
  • 401k Matching (after a year)
  • Life Insurance, PPO, HSA & FSA plans
  • Well-being Support
  • Charitable Contribution Matching
  • Paid Time Off
  • Year-End Company-wide closure/paid time off
  • Competitive compensation
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Team-oriented work environment
  • Commitment to safety and employee development
  • Stable and growing manufacturing operation

Apply today and become part of a team committed to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Salary : $65,000 - $70,000

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