Req No. 4424BR
Job Title PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Wilkes-Barre
Organization US – Manufacturing
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. (NYSE:APD), a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for an experienced Production Supervisor at its Wilkes-Barre, PA facility.

This position directly supervises 20+ unionized hourly employees at the Wilkes-Barre manufacturing facility and is responsible for meeting all safety expectations, production schedules and budgets, and product quality requirements. The Production Supervisor interacts with all departments and levels of the organization to optimize processes and products. Preferred candidates will be knowledgeable in blueprint reading, metal fabrication, and welding techniques. Candidates must have excellent verbal and written communication skills to instruct hourly employees on manufacturing processes, motivate performance, lead and implement continuous improvement activities, and work with teams throughout the organization. Must be flexible to work extended hours, day and night shifts, and occasional weekends.

Requirements:
- High School diploma/GED
- 7+ years of supervisory experience, union environment a plus
- Manufacturing experience
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong computer skills (SAP a plus)
- Ability to work well in a team, project positive attitude, and desire to learn

Preferred:
- Associates degree in engineering or metals technology
- Welding/metals fabrication experience
- Lean manufacturing
- Continuous Improvement

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. In fiscal 2009, Air Products had revenues of $8.3 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 18,900 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on the link - Visit our Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #4424BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided None