Job Description

Location: DeKalb, IL

Shift: 2nd Shift | 2:30 PM – 11:30 PM (Overtime as needed)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to lead operations at a sealant manufacturing facility in DeKalb, IL. This role is ideal for hands-on manufacturing professionals who enjoy leading teams, working with mixing and production equipment, and keeping operations running safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

You will oversee daily sealant production activities, ensure products are manufactured to established formulas and quality standards, and lead a skilled production team with a strong focus on safety and continuous improvement.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay
• Profit Sharing
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Paid Holidays, Personal Time, and Sick Leave
• Maternity Leave and additional benefits

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day sealant manufacturing operations
• Coach, train, and develop production team members
• Promote a strong safety culture and support a Target Zero (incident-free) work environment
• Mix raw materials according to batch instructions and engineering specifications
• Lead daily production and shift meetings
• Perform root cause analysis and address production or quality issues
• Conduct performance evaluations and support employee development
• Maintain quality standards for packaging, labeling, palletizing, handling, and storage
• Coordinate with purchasing to ensure adequate materials and supplies
• Perform weekly inventory cycle counts to maintain inventory accuracy
• Control department costs including labor, overtime, scrap, and supplies
• Manage asphalt storage tank levels and coordinate inbound/outbound tanker scheduling

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum 5 years of production supervisory experience in a manufacturing or plant environment
• Experience in chemical, sealant, asphalt, or batch manufacturing preferred
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Quality, or Continuous Improvement experience a plus
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Computer proficiency including email, Microsoft Word, Excel, and other business systems

Schedule Requirement

• Must be able to work 2nd shift (3:00 PM – 11:30 PM) with flexibility for overtime based on production needs

If you are a skilled production leader who values safety, quality, and teamwork, this is a great opportunity to grow your career in a stable manufacturing environment.

Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications to Alissa at alissa.do@adeccona.com. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the selection process.

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

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