PVC Compounding Operations Supervisor

Lead the floor. Shape the standard. Elevate the team.

You start your shift with a quick stretch beside your crew, then walk the production floor—because 40–50% of your time belongs where the action is. You listen, you coach, you spot wins, and you audit processes that keep quality and safety locked in. You move from extruders to labeling stations, verify conditions are in spec, and partner with Maintenance to keep uptime above goal. You close with a solid turnover so the next leader has every detail to run strong.

Why Teknor Apex

From a single Rhode Island tire shop in 1924 to a global custom compounder with nine U.S. locations and operations in Belgium, Singapore, Germany, and China, we’ve grown without losing our roots. We remain privately held, with our founder’s grandson leading the way and preserving a culture built on long-term relationships—employees and customers alike.

What you’ll drive (Basic Function)

Provide positive, hands-on leadership that continuously improves Safety, Quality, Productivity, Cost, and Morale. Champion Core Values while ensuring processes are consistently followed, new standards are implemented effectively, and training/cross-training keeps the team ready for anything.

How you’ll make an impact (Essential Functions)

• Model Core Values—Accountability, Integrity, Respect, Safety, Sustainability, Innovation & Partnership—building collaboration across and between shifts.
• Be present on the floor 40–50% of each shift to coach, recognize great work, verify process adherence, and correct issues in real time.
• Run thorough end-of-shift handoffs so information flows cleanly between leaders and crews.
• Enforce fit-for-duty expectations; act immediately on suspected alcohol, smoking, or substance use on company property.
• Continuously audit conditions and behaviors for safety; uphold policies and HR rules without exception.
• Set the bar for PPE and safe work: always LOTO, steel-toe footwear, eye and hearing protection, no earbuds or phones on the floor, long sleeves, dust masks as needed, and daily pre-shift stretching.
• Embed 5S thinking and improvements across lines and areas.
• Learn the manufacturing process, roles, and equipment to better support operators and Crew Leads.
• Ensure SOPs conform to ISO 9001 and are followed end-to-end: paperwork, process control limits, scanning, and labeling systems.
• Coach and develop Crew Leads to raise Safety, Quality, Productivity, Cost control, and team morale.
• Maintain an open-door, team-first environment with zero tolerance for retaliation.
• Stay responsive—meetings, email, and phone—and remain accessible via company-issued cell.
• Invest in your leadership growth through scheduled development and management training.
• Support integrated management systems and tools; verify accurate, consistent use.
• Plan coverage with trained backups for Leads and operators to handle absences.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you bring

Skills

• People-first leadership with a change-agent mindset and strong communication across all levels.
• Strategic problem prevention paired with critical thinking and a sharp eye for detail.
• Required: experience with Lean Manufacturing principles and methods.
• Comfort analyzing data from multiple sources to draw clear conclusions.
• Ability to shift a team from reactive firefighting to proactive control while managing day-to-day surprises.
• Sound judgment to reprioritize jobs when equipment issues surface.
• Fluency with computers and the systems needed to run the operation.

Experience

• 4–6 years in production, ideally with Lead-level or higher leadership responsibilities.

Education

• GED or higher.
• Knowledge in mechanical/technical or business disciplines, typically gained through up to 18 months of post–high school education or training.

Benefits that back you

• Medical, Dental, and Vision with very low deductibles; approximately 80% company-paid.
• Eligibility begins within 30 days of hire.
• Company-paid wellness programs: smoking cessation, mental health, and weight management.
• On-site medical clinic at no charge for employees and spouses, including prescriptions, wellness visits, and immunizations.
• Up to 7% employer contribution to 401(k) and free financial planning assistance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 13 paid holidays and annual merit increases.
• Weekly onsite food trucks.
• Recognition points redeemable for a wide range of products—earn for perfect attendance, service milestones, and more.
• Company discounts for gyms, restaurants, theme parks, travel, automotive, and more.
• Frequent appreciation events with meals, giveaways, and contests.
• Free income tax filing assistance for eligible associates.
• Community involvement and volunteer opportunities; Family Day celebration; service recognition.

Proficiencies

• Leadership / People Management
• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Supervisory Experience
• Lean Manufacturing Principles
• Operational Metrics & KPI Management
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)