KMC Rubber
Athens, GA 30601

Production Supervisor

Manufacturing & Food Production

Employment Type

Full-time

Education Requirement

Associate's Degree

Experience Requirement

Mid Level

Job Arrangement

On Site

Number of Employees

11-50

Other/Hiring Practices

Fair Chance / Second Chance

Expiration Date

04/05/2026

Pay

$60,000 - $75,000 A YEAR

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Full Job Description

We are a manufacturing company specializing in custom rubber compounding. We don’t run “standard” parts; we mix specialized compounds to meet exact customer specifications. We are looking for a floor-ready Production Supervisor who can balance “old-school” work ethic with “new-school” precision. You will be responsible for leading a crew through a layer of Shift Leads to hit production targets while maintaining strict ISO 9001 compliance.

Core Responsibilities: Quality & Efficiency

  • ISO 9001 Leadership: Act as the primary enforcer of quality standards on the floor. Ensure all batch documentation, scale calibrations, and mixing logs are audit-ready at all times.

  • Lean Implementation: Identify “waste” in the legacy process (excess movement, material scrap, or downtime) and implement Lean solutions to keep the lines moving.

  • Operational Flow: Coordinate the staging of raw materials to ensure seamless transitions between custom batches.

  • Team Management: Mentor and manage a diverse team of 20–25. You will work through your Shift Leads to maintain discipline, safety, and high morale.

  • Process Troubleshooting: Be the first responder for batch deviations or equipment issues.

The Requirements

Category

What We Need

Experience

5+ years in heavy manufacturing; 2+ years in a supervisory role.

Technical

Deep understanding of ISO 9001 standards and Lean Manufacturing (5S, Kaizen).

Industry

Experience in rubber mixing, chemical batching, or plastics is highly preferred.

Leadership

The ability to lead a “grit and grind” crew with respect and clear communication.

Physical Requirements

This is a hands-on role in a demanding industrial environment.

  • Environment: Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled facility (heat in summer, cold in winter) with exposure to carbon black and rubber odors.

  • Mobility: Must be able to stand/walk for the duration of an 8–10 hour shift on concrete floors.

  • Exertion: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally and navigate around heavy machinery.

  • PPE: Must be comfortable wearing required safety gear, including respirators (if necessary), safety glasses, and steel-toed boots.

Why Join Us?

At our company, leadership isn’t a title—it’s an action. We are a legacy business built on the belief that custom rubber mixing is both a science and a craft. If you are a leader who finds more satisfaction in watching a high-performing crew hit a difficult customer spec than in sitting through endless corporate meetings, you’ll find your home here. We offer the stability of a long-standing company, the autonomy to actually run your shift, and the pride of knowing your work is the foundation for our customers’ success.

 

  • Competitive Salary & Performance Incentives

  • Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage.

  • 401(k) with Company Match.

  • The Autonomy to run your shift and make a real impact.

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