Job Summary
Join a fast‑growing manufacturing company where your skills matter.
Nu-wool Co., LLC is a local, rapidly growing manufacturer producing innovative products made from recycled fibers for multiple industries. We're looking for a 3rd shift Production Foreman to support our Jenison facility and keep our equipment running safely and efficiently.
Responsibilities include the following (Other duties may be assigned):
-Responsible for accuracy of all paperwork involved with the production of materials being produced.
-Responsible for actions of subordinates.
-Conducts start of shift meetings.
-Responsible for proper plant shut down and start up.
-Responsible for communication of schedules and production metrics.
-Maintains safety and quality in production area.
-Responsible for all phases of the operation of production of insulation.
-Additional duties required by Supervisor.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervises 10+ subordinates on same shift.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
Adaptability - Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.
Initiative - Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
Qualifications
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
High School Degree helpful. Prior work experience in manufacturing.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving
mechanical parts.
Inside temperatures relative to outdoor temperatures.
Nuisance dust exposure.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you use tobacco products? (smoke, vape, chew)
Experience:
- Supervisory: 1 year (Preferred)
Shift availability:
Work Location: In person
