Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.
About the role Job SummaryThe Operations / Manufacturing / Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily production or service center activities, ensuring that processes run smoothly, efficiently, and safely. This role supervises professional-level staff and ensures adherence to quality standards and production or service schedules.
This job profile is intended for People Managers of 4+ professional-level roles.
This job and its associated grade are specifically aligned with roles that have the following scope of responsibility: Small, Medium organization.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise production or service staff and assign daily tasks.
Monitor workflow and ensure production targets are met.
Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
Maintain equipment and report maintenance needs.
Train new employees and support skill development.
Identify process improvements and implement changes.
Communicate production status to management.
Skills & Qualifications
Typically requires a technical degree and several years of relevant work experience to be able to manage and coordinate one or more professional-level teams.
Experience in manufacturing or production supervision.
Strong leadership and organizational skills.
Knowledge of safety and quality standards.
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve operational issues.
Effective communication and team coordination skills.
What We Offer You
- 15 days of paid time off and 12 company-paid holidays
- 401k plan with a 6% match
- Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, Life, short-term & long-term disability
- Health savings account matching
- Motivating wellness program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid paternal leave
- Gym reimbursement
Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.
We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.
Skills Required
- Technical degree
- Several years of relevant manufacturing or production supervision experience
- Experience supervising professional-level staff
- Knowledge of safety and quality standards
- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve operational issues
- Strong leadership and organizational skills
- Effective communication and team coordination skills
What We Do
Sulzer Ltd. is a global leader in fluid engineering and chemical processing applications, specializing in energy-efficient pumping, agitation, mixing, separation, and purification technologies for fluids of all types. The company provides critical applications for core infrastructure and large essential industries worldwide, supporting energy security and process efficiency. Its innovative solutions enable carbon emission reductions and the development of sustainable polymers, contributing to a circular economy.
