Toledo Region Jobs

The Batch and Furnace Supervisor is responsible for providing direct supervision and leadership of the batch mixing and delivery systems, furnace operations, and lehr operations. This individual partners with the Forming Department and must possess the technical competence, knowledge, and skills necessary for the overall performance of the batch, furnace, and lehr operations. RESPONSIBILITIES Supply the Forming Department with consistent, properly conditioned glass flow while maintaining good glass color and maximizing melting fuel efficiencyManage the forehearths and the production of various colors in the colorant forehearthsEnsure that all ware made in forming is properly annealed and heat treated as scheduledSupply forming with a steady flow of cracked hydrogen gasMaintain an uninterrupted flow of uniformly weighed and mixed batch material to the furnacesAnalyze and correct any production problems that developMaintain consistent furnace and forehearth operations at the desired temperatures during changing load conditions as determined by the production scheduleSupply the furnaces with the required amount of mixed batch to maintain a level flow of glass to all forming machinesLead and motivate the hourly work force through communication, teaching and development. REQUIREMENTS High school diploma/equivalent required; Associates degree preferredSupervisory experience is a plusMust be able to pass respirator testingProficient in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook) Excellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work independently and in a team environment and interact with all levels of the organizationAbility to work in a demanding and fast paced environmentAbility to handle multiple priorities and multitask effectivelyConsistently exhibit Libbey Values in all interactions with Libbey associates The ability to effectively problem-solve PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT Must be willing to work swing shiftWillingness to work in a manufacturing environment (noise, hot, cold, dusty environment)Respirator Fit and Pulmonary Function test requiredSuccessful performance of Ishihara Plates vision test for color perception COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS Take Control: ask for the direction and support you need to attain mastery of your objectives and ownership of your professional development.Be Engaged & Committed: lean in to learn, engage, and contribute, resulting in increased performance and personal satisfaction from your work.Be Accountable: hold yourself responsible for achieving your goals and successfully executing against the organization's initiatives.Continuous Improvement Mindset: Act with curiosity, proactively identifying and implementing changes to enhance work processes and outcomes. Consistently seek opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and overall effectiveness. Lead & Develop: Coach, mentor and motivate team members to drive high levels of productivity and achievement. Inspire and empower others to achieve organizational goals and be innovative in a safe environment. Drive engagement by fostering open communication and collaboration.Plan & Execute: Manage work effectively, setting clear performance expectations and holding yourself and team members accountable for outcomes. Actively monitor performance, providing clear and concise feedback. Act with fairness and integrity in all situations.