Production Supervisor

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Penbryn, NJ, USA
In-Office
84K-116K Annually
Mid level
Industrial
The Role
Supervise a 30+ person production team on a single product line, manage schedules and equipment utilization, enforce safety/OSHA and quality standards, investigate scrap and process issues, submit payroll hours, prepare production and usage reports, coordinate with maintenance and leadership, and drive employee engagement and performance improvements.
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Who We Are

Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy.

A proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, we serve customers in more than 80 countries around the globe. We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive. We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments.

Pay Range

$84,200.00-$115,800.00 Annual

This is the base salary pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire.   Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors. In addition, this position is eligible for an incentive bonus. 

Job Posting Description

The purpose of the Production Supervisor's role is to supervise the day-to-day activities of an hourly production team for a single product line to ensure manufacturing operations run according to established production specifications and schedules; volume, cost and wastage targets; and quality standards. The supervisor will coordinate training, enforce safety guidelines, and interface with other departments in support of production.

We follow the DuPont Schedule, employees work 12-hour shifts over a 28-day repeat cycle. Working four-night shifts, three days off, work three-day shifts, one day off, work three-night shifts, three days off and work four-day shifts, then seven days off.

Your Day-to-Day:

  • Supervise, train, and provide direction to 30+ person production team.
  • Plan and schedule the utilization of equipment and maintain maximum productivity levels
  • Drive employee engagement initiatives to foster a positive, inclusive work environment and reduce turnover by implementing recognition programs, regular feedback sessions, and team-building activities that promote collaboration and morale.
  • Investigate root causes/issues that are related to scrap, process excursions, quality complaints and/or fire investigations
  • Ensure production team understands/complies with established operating systems in safety, environmental, quality and process controls and the company's overall policies
  • Utilize key operating indicators for control of product cost, material usage, machine downtime, expenditure control and other shift functions
  • Accurately submit hours worked to payroll for all production employees in a timely manner
  • Transmit production performance statistics/concerns to Production Shift Leaders, Maintenance, and Superintendent and make recommendations for improvement
  • Prepare labor, material and equipment usage reports
  • May be required to perform other related duties as assigned

What You Bring to the Team:

  • High School diploma with a minimum of 3 years of operational leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Ability to work 12 hour rotating shift – DuPont Schedule
  • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of production processes
  • Strong aptitude for learning and understanding company policies
  • Solid understanding of OSHA regulations
  • Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
  • Working knowledge of SAP or ERP systems
  • Strong leadership skills Ability to work independently and in a team environment
  • Responsible for performance evaluations, pay reviews, hiring and termination.
  • Work environment is typical of a manufacturing facility; may be exposed to environmental conditions of cold, heat, high noise levels, moving mechanical parts, heights, dust/mist/gas/fumes, extensive walking or climbing, etc.
  • Minimal travel required (0 - 10 days per year)
  • May be required to lift, carry, push or pull up to and including 50 pounds.

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Please Keep in Mind

If you do not meet 100% of these requirements, we at JM still want to hear from you. So, if you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply so we can learn how your skills and talents can contribute to our team.

Benefits

Johns Manville (JM) offers a wide range of benefits to employees. Some are subsidized by the company and others are fully employee-paid. Health benefits include a choice of comprehensive medical plans, a dental plan, vision plan, wellness program and critical illness insurance. JM sponsors a 401(k) plan which includes a sizeable company match. JM offers paid vacation and also provides paid sick and parental leave for eligible employees.

Additionally, Johns Manville provides basic life Insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and business travel accident coverage. Supplemental life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance are available as well. The company also offers a variety of tax saving accounts; health spending account, traditional flexible spending account, and a dependent care spending account. JM also offers a tuition reimbursement program for undergraduate and certain graduate programs.

Johns Manville supports employee growth with vast educational opportunities and a company-wide mentoring program. This program pairs employees and leaders to grow skills, build stronger internal networks and strengthen the company’s succession planning process. Johns Manville also offers soft and hard skills training facilitated by internal and external presenters. Our talent management team prioritizes the holistic growth of our workforce.

Diversity & Inclusion

Johns Manville believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long-term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect. This is the right thing to do for our employees, our company and our communities.

Incumbent must be physically able to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Skills Required

  • High school diploma with a minimum of 3 years operational leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts (DuPont Schedule)
  • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of production processes
  • Solid understanding of OSHA regulations
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
  • Working knowledge of SAP or ERP systems
  • Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
  • Strong leadership skills; responsible for hiring, termination, performance evaluations and pay reviews
  • Ability to lift, carry, push or pull up to and including 50 pounds
  • Minimal travel (0-10 days per year)

Johns Manville Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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

  • Fair & Transparent Compensation Pay is considered competitive for local markets and is often viewed as a relative strength compared with other aspects of the experience. Earnings potential in certain hourly and skilled roles is supported by overtime opportunities.
  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage is broad, including medical, dental, vision, low‑cost telemedicine, EAP, and wellness resources. Insurance quality stands out within the overall package.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) with a company match is emphasized, and some hourly groups participate in a defined‑benefit pension, strengthening long‑term financial support. Together, these elements enhance the long‑term value of the package.

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The Company
HQ: Denver, CO
2,879 Employees

What We Do

At Johns Manville, we build on decades of experience to manufacture commercial roofing, premium-quality insulation and a variety of engineered products for our customers. We are proud to be part of Berkshire Hathaway, one of the most respected companies in the world. Our values of People, Passion, Perform and Protect drive the way we work as we strive to deliver positive and powerful JM Experiences to our employees and to our customers. Our company is based in Denver, CO, where you will also find our global research and development facilities. With over 8,000 employees and 44 manufacturing and sales locations across North America and Europe, we serve customers in over 80 countries. Our employees are united across business functions and work globally with other JM employees. We encourage you to explore what JM has to offer employees. It’s not just a job when you join JM; you join a JM family with unquestionable integrity and stability. We are PEOPLE champions! Our PASSION is in going the extra mile! We PERFORM at a superior level! And we PROTECT today to ensure tomorrow. Check out our current positions today, connect with a JM recruiter, follow us on LinkedIn, (@JohnsManville on Twitter and Facebook) and learn why we love working at JM!

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