Join a leading manufacturer in the Plastic Colorants Division as a Department Group Leader within the UTP Department. This role is essential to ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of a 24-hour production facility, focusing on safety, quality, and continuous improvement. The Department Group Leader will oversee daily production activities, coordinate resources, and support a collaborative team environment. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with a background in chemical processing or polymer extrusion who are looking to advance their leadership skills in a dynamic manufacturing setting. Responsibilities Lead and supervise the UTP Production Team to achieve daily production goals while maintaining safety and quality standards. Promote and enforce safety protocols throughout the manufacturing facility. Oversee daily production operations, including preparing and submitting production reports. Troubleshoot production, equipment, and material issues, coordinating with Quality, Maintenance, and management as needed. Operate UTP equipment and provide direct production support as required by operational needs. Ensure effective communication between all shifts regarding production status, material needs, equipment issues, and quality concerns. Support shipping, receiving, and inventory activities for UTP materials as needed. Conduct performance evaluations and support employee training and development. Manage progressive discipline processes in accordance with company policy. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and communicate progress within the department. Oversee planning and scheduling of preventative maintenance activities. Manage document control, calibration, corrective and preventative actions, 4M change management, and compliance with ISO 9001, IATF16949, and

ISO 14001

quality management systems. Serve as the primary after-hours contact for UTP operations, responding to operational issues outside regular hours as needed. Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Experience in chemical processing; polymer extrusion experience preferred. 2+ years of supervisory experience preferred. Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM), or equivalent related experience. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Effective time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. Analytical and problem-solving abilities. Demonstrated supervisory and leadership skills. Mechanical aptitude for troubleshooting equipment. Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced production environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or related software preferred. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. Experience and License Requirements Chemical Processing Supervisory (optional)