First Line Leader - Kevlar®

Sorry, this job was removed at 04:20 p.m. (CST) on Thursday, Jul 17, 2025
Be an Early Applicant
Richmond, VA, USA
In-Office
Manufacturing
The Role

At DuPont, our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We work on things that matter. Whether it’s providing clean water to more than a billion people on the planet, producing materials that are essential in everyday technology devices from smartphones to electric vehicles, or protecting workers around the world. Discover the many reasons the world’s most talented people are choosing to work at DuPont. Why Join Us | DuPont Careers

First Line Leader – Kevlar®
Our Operations team is essential to delivering the innovative and life-saving products we make for our customers. We depend on our team members to actively engage in continuously improving our operations while we provide the growth and development to help them build their skills and career. Operational Excellence in our workplace unleashes the energy, creativity and collaboration – along with our tools, technology and training – that enables our people to perform at their best.
First Line Leader is a leadership role focused on building fully engaged and competent teams that deliver results in line with the shift performance goals in a safe and efficient way.
*The schedule is a 12 hour rotating shift (switching between days & nights) 7 am – 7 pm & 7 pm – 7 am
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
  • Embraces and role models DuPont Core Values  
  • Plans shift activities and resources to optimize performance in line with production goals; Communicates shift performance (safety, production, quality, etc.) goals, metrics and outcomes to team members; Builds an understanding of the team's contribution to the shift/site/business goals
  • Operates with Excellence by engaging team members to identify opportunities for continuous improvement, eliminate waste, remove barriers, and build a sense of ownership and pride 
  • Responsible for coaching and holding team accountable for safety, behavior, performance, and quality 
  • Coaches, develops and provides performance feedback to team members to build capabilities, align on expectations and improve team effectiveness 
  • Hires, retains and develops talent to meet current and future capabilities; Promotes a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment
  • Partners with leaders to stay informed of the business strategy and needs 
  • Effectively communicate and implement site directions and messages to team ensuring the work alignment is clear
  • Documents and completes administrative requirements timely and efficiently 
  • Ensures work is completed per published schedule
  • Facilitates team processes, including problem solving and issue resolution 
  • Leads or participates in EHS & Quality investigations and determines appropriate corrective action
  • Ensures employees comply with established Standard Operating Procedures  
  • Monitors and makes adjustments to controllable costs for shift  (i.e. overtime, operating supplies) 
  • Completes Leader Standard Work practices, including frequent line walks 
  • Initiates awards and recognition for individuals and/or teams, and celebrates area’s accomplishments 
  • Organizes and manages staffing levels to ensure adequate support for production needs   
  • Addresses personnel issues on shift effectively   
  • Able to provide coverage on weekends, evenings, nights, and holidays as scheduled, on a regular basis; Able to work overtime as needed 
Education & Experience
Required:
  • 4+ years of experience in an industrial, manufacturing, military, or similar setting 
  • Confident with current computer applications and skills.
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent 
Preferred:
  • People leadership
  • Process Safety Management (High Hazard Process) experience
  • Associate or Bachelor Degree

Join our Talent Community to stay connected with us!

On May 22, 2024, we announced a plan to separate our Electronics and Water businesses in a tax-free manner to its shareholders. On January 15, 2025, we announced that we are targeting November 1, 2025, for the completion of the intended separation of the Electronics business (the “Intended Electronics Separation”)*. We also announced that we would retain the Water business. We are committed to ensuring a smooth and successful separation process for the Future Electronics business. We look forward to welcoming new talent interested in contributing to the continued success and growth of our evolving organization.

(1)The separation transactions are subject to satisfaction of customary conditions, including final approval by DuPont's Board of Directors, receipt of tax opinion from counsel, the filing and effectiveness of Form 10 registration statements with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, applicable regulatory approvals, and satisfactory completion of financing.  For further discussion of risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could impact the achievement, expected timing and intended benefits of the separation transactions, see DuPont’s announcement.

DuPont is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit our Accessibility Page for Contact Information.

DuPont offers a comprehensive pay and benefits package. To learn more visit the Compensation and Benefits page.

DuPont Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about DuPont and has not been reviewed or approved by DuPont.

  • Retirement Support Employer 401(k) funding is positioned as a strong differentiator, combining a dollar-for-dollar match with an additional company contribution that meaningfully boosts total compensation. This design adds notable long-term value even when base pay is viewed as average in some areas.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave for birth and non-birth parents, together with family-building support and backup care resources, provides robust support for diverse family needs. Programs extend to fertility, adoption, surrogacy, and caregiving.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time-off programs include substantial vacation ranges, a broad holiday schedule, and the option to purchase additional time, offering flexibility across tenure levels. Structured sick time and disability income protection further strengthen time-away coverage.

DuPont Insights

Similar Jobs

TransUnion Logo TransUnion

Counsel

Big Data • Fintech • Information Technology • Business Intelligence • Financial Services • Cybersecurity • Big Data Analytics
Hybrid
4 Locations
13000 Employees
90K-150K Annually

BAE Systems, Inc. Logo BAE Systems, Inc.

System Anst 1 - Test Director

Aerospace • Hardware • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
Hybrid
Wallops Island, VA, USA
40000 Employees
59K-100K Annually
In-Office or Remote
2 Locations
125 Employees
80K-100K Annually

SailPoint Logo SailPoint

Product Analyst

Artificial Intelligence • Cloud • Sales • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Data Privacy
Remote or Hybrid
United States
2461 Employees
122K-206K Annually
Get Personalized Job Insights.
Our AI-powered fit analysis compares your resume with a job listing so you know if your skills & experience align.

The Company
HQ: Wilmington, DE
22,797 Employees

What We Do

Beware of recruitment scams! Please read important information for job seekers: https://www.dupont.com/careers/hiring-faqs.html It's a time of incredible progress at DuPont — a time of momentum. It's the time for change makers, for the doers and pioneers, to create essential innovations the world needs. We aren’t just creating a better future, we’re working together to invent a better now. So bring your best self and join us in uncovering insights that will transform the world. Why wait for a better future? Invent a better now. Learn more at dupont.com. Please take the time to review our comments policy before commenting on our page. http://dptn.ws/policy

Similar Companies Hiring

Turion Space Thumbnail
Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Hardware • Information Technology • Software • Defense • Manufacturing
Irvine, CA
150 Employees
Fortune Brands Innovations Thumbnail
Manufacturing
Deerfield, IL
2450 Employees
Amalgamated Sugar Thumbnail
Food • Greentech • Agriculture • Industrial • Manufacturing
Boise, Idaho
768 Employees

Sign up now Access later

Create Free Account

Please log in or sign up to report this job.

Create Free Account