As a Production Supervisor in the Traffic Solutions division, you will be responsible for the production processes and will lead staff. The supervisor is an integral part of the operation and has extensive interaction with production staff, shift leads, and key leadership members of the plant.

You will be seated and will report to the Plant Manager at our Bakersfield, CA plant. PPG offers excellent and affordable medical, vision, and dental benefits; substantial PTO, vacation, and sick time; and outstanding matching 401k plus additional retirement savings.

Salary range: $80,000 - $90,000

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise the production employees and temporary employees.


• Ensure that staff is held accountable for job performance and violations of PPG policy.


• Ensure staff is practicing safe work habits and aligning with PPG safety policies.


• Ensure Quality standards are being maintained by shift workers.


• Ensure Efficiency standards are being maintained.


• Report to Plant Manager any infractions that occur while on their shift.


• Ensure training is current in safety procedures for self and shift workers.


• Ensure training is taking place for new employees and temporaries.


• Ensure Quality standards are understood and applied.


• Ensure training is up to date if required to do maintenance, calibrations, oiling, etc.

• High school or GED diploma required, Associate's or Bachelor's technical degree.


• Minimum of 5 years of manufacturing experience; Prior experience as a supervisor of production personnel is required


• Quality and Safety knowledge, required


• Set expectations and establish consequences.

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.

Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

About us:

Here at PPG we make it happen, and we seek candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our values, with the commitment and drive to strive today to do better than yesterday - everyday.

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PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com.

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