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2nd Shift Operations Supervisor

Entegris
401(k)
United States, Illinois, Aurora
Mar 27, 2025

Job Title:

2nd Shift Operations Supervisor

Job Description:

The Role

Entegris is currently seeking a 2nd Shift Operations Supervisor to join our Slurries Manufacturing team. This position will be based in our Aurora, Illinois facility.

The Operations Supervisor position is responsible and accountable for achieving departmental production requirements by focusing on safety, quality, and cost, through supervision of the first shift chemical operations associates and through the coordination of scheduling and workflow.

This position will provide staff training, guidance, and motivation, while ensuring that work instructions are maintained and are followed. Helping to instill a culture where teamwork, innovation, and accountability are of the highest importance. Works closely with the engineering and supporting functions to ensure seamless communication across the production shifts.

What You'll Do:

  • Ensures safe work practices and works with EHS to train and elevate culture of safety within the team.

  • Monitors workarea and employees' performance for adherence to safety procedures, work restrictions, cleanliness expectations andall potential hazards.

  • Create and maintain a positive work environment by training & developing employees, maintaining open & appropriate interactions with staff, and answering questions that are asked.

  • Addresses issues with staff in a fair and consistent manner, with supportivedocumentation and timely feedback and corrective actions.

  • Adheres to Company policies, procedures, and applicable budget requirements.

  • Communicates effectively to the team regarding goals and expectations and confidently interacts with all employees and leaders of the organization.

  • Ensures expected output of quality products is achieved.

  • Assists in investigating and evaluating quality defects asassigned and in determining appropriate actions to be taken.

  • Assists with recommending and implementing of solutions to improve quality of products.

  • Gives suggestions in writing document change orders and manufacturing instructions.

  • Assists in identifying and recommending procedures for scrap reduction.

  • Promotes the use of Lean / Sigma Manufacturing concepts including SPC, Kanban materials management and 6s

  • Uses PDCA, visual management, meeting customer demands through schedule attainment, and daily improvements tomonitor and adjust production requirements and resources to ensure on time shipment.

  • Monitors production hour by hour performance and escalates issues.

  • Implements and monitors continuous quality improvement activities including waste and cost reduction, equipment,and tool efficiencies.

  • Provides daily work direction to team members and acts as first point of contact regarding any issues that may arise on shift, including but not limited to, safety incident, quality, personnel, etc.

  • Stretch outside of comfort zone - effectively adapting to new assignments, managers, business challenges.

What We Seek:

  • Minimum of 6 years manufacturing experience with 2 years of demonstrated leadership experience

  • Bachelor's degree in related field

  • Functional understanding of chemical batch processing including blending, filling and packaging

  • Drives employee development, accountability, and engagement

  • Willingness to work during off-shift as business requires

  • Knowledge of inventory management processes

  • Ability and willingness to enforce all safety protocols

  • Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite

  • Showcases and exemplifies PACE Values

  • Must be able to read and write in the English language

Outstanding Candidates Will Have:

  • Minimum 4 years of experience in chemical batch processing and 2 years of direct supervisory experience strongly preferred.

  • An ability to effectively communicate across all shifts and interact with Engineering, Maintenance, Warehouse, Management and Administrative staff as needed.

  • Willingness, flexibility, and commitment required to succeed in a high demand, broad responsibility, team environment.

  • Computer Skills: Ability to use various computer applications including ERP (preferably SAP) and experience using PLCs, HMIs and similar control systems to load recipes/programs and perform process monitoring.

  • MS Excel Skills: Ability to enter data into cells, read and create charts and graphs, and generate formulas to analyze data and maintain metrics.

Why Work at Entegris

Lead. Inspire. Innovate. Define Your Future.

Not everyone who works for a global company shares the same background,

experiences and perspectives. We leverage the differences of our employees to

bring new ideas to the table. Every employee throughout the company is

encouraged to share input on projects and initiatives. Our decision-making

process is truly a collaborative effort as we realize there are leaders at every

level of the organization. We put our values at the core of how we operate as an

organization - not just when it's convenient, but in a lasting and meaningful

way. We want the time and energy you spend here to have a positive impact on

your life inside and outside of the office.

What We Offer

Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you're looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.

  • Compensation Range is $74,000 - $100,000

  • Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match

  • Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs

  • 11 paid holidays a year

  • Paid time off (PTO) policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge

  • Education assistance to support your learning journey

  • Values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence

Entegris does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Entegris immigration sponsorship (e.g., H1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future.

At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.

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