Manufacturing Supervisor (Formulation)

Manufacturing Supervisor (Formulation)

Job Summary
The Night Shift Manufacturing Supervisor (Formulation) provides leadership for formulation operations on night shift at the St.

Joseph, MO facility, supporting EC and SC herbicides as well as insecticide production.

This role is responsible for driving safety, quality, and operational performance while leading and developing a high-performing team.

The position partners closely with packaging leadership to ensure efficient, compliant, and cost-effective manufacturing operations.

Hours: 9:30pm - 6:30am Monday - Friday

average of 45 - 50 hours per week

Salary range: 70,800 - 123,900

In most cases, candidates who are offered employment can expect to be hired at a pay rate near the middle of our salary ranges.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead and enforce environmental, health, and safety (EHS) programs, ensuring compliance with policies and proactive safety behaviors.

• Supervise and develop production staff, including coaching, performance management, and workforce planning.

• Oversee formulation operations to meet production, quality, cost, and delivery targets.

• Ensure proper materials management, including availability of raw materials and finished goods.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot production issues and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

• Ensure compliance with quality systems, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and best operating practices.

• Support implementation of new equipment, processes, and product introductions.

• Monitor and report on production performance, ensuring accurate documentation and shift reporting.

Required Qualifications
• 3-5+ years of supervisory or leadership experience in a manufacturing or production environment.

• Experience in formulation operations, preferably within chemical, agricultural, or related industries.

• Strong knowledge of safety, quality, and regulatory requirements in a manufacturing setting.

• Proven ability to lead teams, drive accountability, and manage performance.

• Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making skills in a fast-paced environment.

• Effective communication and collaboration skills across multiple functions.

• Ability to work night shift and provide additional support as needed.

Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Chemistry, or related field.

• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma).

• Knowledge of process safety management and quality management systems.

• Experience working with chemical formulations or batch processing environments.

Working Conditions
This role operates primarily in a manufacturing environment and requires regular presence on the production floor.

Responsibilities may include standing, walking, and responding to operational issues during night shift hours, including weekends and holidays as needed.

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