Description
The Production Supervisor directs the day-to-day production activities of their assigned area and shift, to achieve financial and operating objectives as determined by Tangent. The production supervisor is a key leadership role with overall responsibility for safety, production, continuous improvement, and talent development. This position is responsible for creating a positive work environment that supports Tangent’s core values and engages team members leading to effective teamwork. Ensures compliance with Tangent policies and procedures.
Role and Responsibilities
- Cultivates an environment of safety, high performance, and team-oriented culture.
- Manages team of direct reports and is responsible for employee selection, development, mentoring, and performance management.
- Holds employees accountable to performance expectations and follows the progressive discipline policy when necessary.
- Responsible for the safety of all employees in the plant during their shift, enforcing PPE and general safety guidelines.
- Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations.
- Oversees production quotas and schedules, ensuring standards are met or limitations are being addressed.
- Addresses production challenges immediately and with the appropriate sense of urgency.
- Plans daily production coverage to meet manufacturing expectations.
- Coordinates with sales and production planning teams to ensure customer expectations are met.
- Participates in the resolution and prevention of customer complaints and promotes positive customer relationships in partnership with the quality, purchasing and supply chain organization.
- Resolves operational, manufacturing and quality issues in partnership with Maintenance and Engineering teams.
- Responsible for plant housekeeping, ensuring facility is in optimal condition during and at the end of each shift.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Skills and Abilities
- Strong leadership skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to make difficult decisions in a timely manner, with the best interest of employees and customer in mind.
- Comfortable having difficult conversations and holding employees accountable.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. ERP experience preferred.
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- 2-year or 4-year technical degree preferred
- 5+ years manufacturing experience required
- 2+ years of supervisory experience required.
- Lean, Six Sigma, continuous improvement experience preferred
Physical Requirements
- Standing, stooping, and bending required
- Long periods of walking or standing
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- At least 5 years of manufacturing experience
- At least 2 years of supervisory experience
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
- Strong leadership, organizational, time management, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage employee performance, accountability, and difficult conversations
- Ability to stand, stoop, bend, and walk or stand for extended periods
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Two-year or four-year technical degree
- ERP experience
- Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience
What We Do
Tangent Technologies is a leading manufacturer of high-performance synthetic and recycled high-density polyethylene (HDPE) lumber for residential, commercial, and structural markets. Headquartered in Aurora, Illinois, the company specializes in durable, weather-resistant solutions for outdoor furniture, site amenities, and marine decking, utilizing post-consumer recycled materials to provide sustainable and innovative alternatives to traditional wood, focusing on durability and long-term sustainability.









