Value Stream Leader/Production Supervisor - Wilkes Barre, PA

Morgan Advanced Materials is a business rich in history and innovation. Founded in the UK in 1856, we have grown into a global organisation with 70 sites in 18 countries. Our model to serve our customers where they need us has led to a diversified product range using our unparalleled expertise in ceramic and carbon materials, which we exploit to solve difficult problems for our customers across a diverse range of markets.

We are a purpose driven organisation. Our purpose is to use advanced materials to make the world more sustainable and to improve the quality of life. We deliver on that purpose through the products that we make, and the way that we make them.

The Technical Ceramics business of Morgan Advanced Materials engineers high performance functional and structural ceramic materials, components and sub-assemblies to address customer-specific technical challenges.

Key Figures: Revenue £1,100.7m (2024), ~8,000 employees, manufacturing in 20+ countries, and a global customer portfolio. A UK PLC with head office located in Windsor, Berkshire UK.  Listed on London Stock Exchange; Member of the FTSE 250 Index.

Business is booming, and our workforce is expanding!  Morgan Advanced Materials in Wilkes-Barre, PA is actively hiring a Value Stream Leader/Production Supervisor.  If you enjoy working in a diverse workplace with a focus on safety and quality, please apply to join our team today. This posiiton is responsible for the overall performance for site departments, value streams, and shifts while interfacing with all levels of the organization to foster the growth our emplyees while continuously improving the safety, quality, delivery, and cost position of the organization while explifying Morgan behaviors and code.

Essential Functions include:

• Oversees all assigned area(s) by providing the appropriate leadership and training to production personnel while coordinating  work as necessary while following established procedures and approved processes.
• Plans, schedules and coordinates shift activities to deliver manufactured products in a timely fashion while recording, analyzing, and reporting process data.
• Suggests and implements action plans to control and improve the manufacturing process consistent  with the strategic initiatives.
• Troubleshoots issues, calibrates equipment and monitors maintenance.
• Establishes and maintains effective communication with the Engineering, Quality Control, and all supporting departments.
• Ensures ongoing continuous improvement in all areas of responsibility.
• Attends DGA meetings as required.
• Creates and drives 6-S activities.
• Works collaboratively with management and HR on employee engagement and interactions to ensure effective employee relations consistent with policies and procedures.
• Effectively manages labor and cost associated with labor.
• Participates in cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensures workplace safety by performing risk assessments, hazard spotting tours, and engagement activities.
• Communicates with employees on all levels within the organization.

Minimum Qualifications and Education Requirements

• High School Diploma required; degree in a business, technical, engineering or relevant field preferred.
• Five+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing setting
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing culture and tools
• Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing
• Experience with employee payroll transactions/approvals
• Proficeint with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and documentation skills
• Problem analysis and resolution
• Proven ability to lead people and drive results in a team environment
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Self-starter, self-motivated, hands-on leader
• Strong ability to work independently and under pressure with minimal supervision
• Must have the ability and willingness to succeed in an environment where safety, creativity, commitment, accountability, customer satisfaction, results orientation and continuous improvement are the core values
• Must be familiar with ERP Systems
• Must be able to clearly present ideas and reports in written and verbal format
• Must be able to work well with direct reports, peers and leaders in all departments of the c ompany as well as external contacts
• This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). All applicants must be a US citizen, permanent resident card holder or a US person as defined by 22CFR120.15

Physical Requirements:

• Work performed mostly on the shop floor.
• Regularly required to sit or stand, reach, bend, and move about the facility.
• Exposure to the manufacturing areas which require the use of personal protective equipment.
• Exposure to shop environment such as noise, dust, and odors.
• Must be capable of reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist up to 40 lbs.

Morgan Advanced Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Ind-1