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Production Supervisor

Production Supervisor

FUJIFILMNorth Kingstown, RI, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Production Supervisor

We have an exciting opportunity at our North Kingstown, RI facility for a Production Supervisor. We are seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee production in our batch-based chemical manufacturing environment. This position requires strong technical expertise, particularly in chemical processes, as well as leadership skills to guide and develop a production team. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in chemical engineering and possess the ability to bridge technical knowledge with operational oversight. This role presents an opportunity for growth into broader operational leadership.

FUJIFILM Electronic Materials, U.S.A. fuels innovation in the semiconductor industrywhere chemistry meets technology. Our advanced materials and formulations enable manufacturers to build the microchips that power Artificial Intelligence, computers, electric vehicles, smartphones, and more.

We are a global business-to-business supplier of chemical formulations and advanced materials used for manufacturing and packaging semiconductors. Our chemical formulations allow top manufacturers to produce microchips that both power and connect our digital world. Think you've got what it takes to build a more connected world? Then connect with us today and challenge the boundaries of what's possiblefor the world and your future.

We have six U.S. manufacturing and Research & Development facilities, located in : Mesa, Arizona; Castroville, California; Hollister, California; Carrollton, Texas; and North Kingstown, Rhode Islandeach offering unique local experiences, from vibrant cultural scenes to historic charm.

Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of "giving our world more smiles."

Job Description

Key responsibilities for this role include :

  • Plan and implement work schedules to support a 24 / 5 operation, ensuring the efficient utilization of manpower and equipment to meet production demand.
  • Identify and communicate equipment, material, and process needs with management, engineering, and maintenance to address production constraints and improve efficiencies.
  • Make independent decisions within established procedures, fully understanding and following MOC (Management of Change), ECN (Engineering Change Notice), and SETCO (Safety, Engineering, Technology, Construction, Operations) requirements.
  • Develop, train, and certify team members on job-specific tasks, tracking individual performance in alignment with HR policies and operational procedures.
  • Participate in daily Production Scheduling meetings to align production activities with schedule changes and operational needs.
  • Ensure GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) compliance within the production team, maintaining complete and accurate documentation. Write, review, and approve standard operating procedures and work instructions, maintain operations training modules.
  • Foster a safe and quality-driven work environment through effective communication, compliance with safety standards, and promotion of best practices.
  • Lead team dynamics through effective team meetings, one-on-one communication, and problem-solving, ensuring adherence to required training modules and safety protocols.
  • Take responsibility for daily production activities, driving accountability, resolving issues, and filling operational gaps as needed to meet production goals.

Requirements

Required :

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering. A related technical field with equivalent experience in chemical manufacturing may be considered. A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in manufacturing operations, with at least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead a team in a high-paced industrial environment, applying critical problem-solving skills to resolve production issues under time constraints.
  • Strong understanding of Root Cause Analysis (5Y, Fishbone) and continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma).
  • Familiarity with GMP, MOC, ECN, and other chemical process requirements.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), SAP or other ERP systems, and barcode scanning systems.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings and recommendations to senior management.
  • Ability to manage multiple long-term projects simultaneously, maintaining detailed and accurate records.
  • Knowledge of Total Cycle Time metrics, Direct Labor metrics, Shop Floor Control processes and Safe Working Methodologies are required.
  • Preferred :

  • Master's degree in Chemical Engineering.
  • Lean Six Sigma certification or formal process improvement training.
  • Experience in the microelectronics or chemical manufacturing industries.
  • Physical Requirements

  • Ability to wear a respirator when working in areas with airborne particles, vapors, or other hazards.
  • Frequently lift and carry objects weighing 1025 lbs, such as tools, parts, or small equipment.
  • Occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 50 lbs independently.
  • For items exceeding 50 lbs., lifting is required with mechanical assistance (e.g., hoists, lifts) or team lifting to ensure safety.
  • Additional Requirements

  • Resilience - Ability to adapt to workplace challenges, maintain professionalism, and manage responsibilities effectively.
  • Communication - Capacity to clearly and professionally exchange ideas, interact respectfully with colleagues and customers, and foster positive workplace relationships.
  • Reasoning & Decision Making - Ability to analyze information, follow verbal and written instructions, and make logical, sound decisions.
  • Comprehension - Capability to understand and complete tasks as assigned and solve problems effectively.
  • Organizational Skills - Competence in managing multiple priorities, maintaining accuracy, and staying focused despite potential workplace distractions.
  • FUJIFILM Electronics Materials, U.S.A., Inc., is part of the Fujifilm family a company that has been evolving and transforming for more than 85 years. Fujifilm is focused on four strategic business areas : Advanced Materials, including electronic materials for semiconductor manufacturing; Imaging; Healthcare; and products and services to support Business Innovation. As a global company, Fujifilm has revenues of $21 billion, with 310 group companies and 73,275 employees worldwide.

    To all agencies : Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of Fujifilm about this requisition. All resumes submitted by search firms / employment agencies to any employee at Fujifilm via-email, the internet or in any form and / or method will be deemed the sole property of Fujifilm, unless such search firms / employment agencies were engaged by Fujifilm for this requisition and a valid agreement with Fujifilm is in place. In the event a candidate who was submitted outside of the Fujifilm agency engagement process is hired, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid.

    EEO Information

    Fujifilm is committed to providing equal opportunities in hiring, promotion and advancement, compensation, benefits, and training regardless of nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, political creed, ideology, national, or social origin, disability, veteran status, etc.

    ADA Information

    If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our HR Department (feus.humanresources@fujifilm.com).

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