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Production Supervisor 2nd Shift

CoviaOttawa, ILMay 24th, 2026
Description Covia responsibly provides minerals solutions for a better tomorrow. As a leading provider of diversified minerals, our products support a variety of industrial markets, including glass, ceramics, coatings, metals, foundry, polymers, construction, water filtration, and sports and recreation. Long-standing relationships with a broad customer base enable Covia's market-inspired approach to innovation to enhance solutions and customer benefits. Underpinning these strengths is an unwavering commitment to safety and to sustainable development, further enhancing the value that Covia delivers to all its stakeholders.Covia is looking for a dynamic Production Supervisor who will have a positive impact on the Operations team at its Technisand Wedron location. The Production Supervisor, with limited supervision, will oversee and direct hourly employee work performance to accomplish daily production and shipping requirements consistent with quality control and safety/health policies and procedures. Reports directly to the Plant Manager.The successful candidate will have the following Key Accountabilities:Supervise and train lab and production employeesEnsure compliance with quality, health, and safety standardsAssist in daily operations as neededManage scheduling of production for multiple shiftsProvide troubleshooting and product training to achieve best possible resultsMaintain a safe working environment and safety recordsSupport customer, distributor and sales requestsDetails:Afternoon Shift Position4:00 PM - 2:00 AMThe successful candidate will have the following Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred; high school diploma or equivalent required.2 - 5 years of supervisory experience.Oral and written communication skillsThorough understanding of processing plants and manufacturing operations.Must be able to work weekends and all shiftsCommitment to Our Culture:Our core values - Safety, Team, Customers, Growth, and Courage-guide our work every day and will help us achieve our vision: Covia is the leading minerals solutions provider, and through the passion and commitment of our people, we enable customer success-ensuring a sustainable future for our company.All Covia Team Members are expected to:Live the Life-Saving RulesBuild high-performing work teamsFocus on customersDemonstrate a growth mindsetDo the right thing, alwaysAt Covia, we strive for and support a diverse workforce as we firmly believe this lays the foundation of our success. Our compelling culture supports inclusion, individuality, and respect within the workplace. We are committed to providing employment opportunities to the most qualified candidate based on work-related factors and without regard to non-work-related factors including race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or military service or reserve or veteran status.The organization offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits.Benefits:Excellent Healthcare Benefits - medical, vision, dental401K with company matchingVacation + Paid HolidaysDisability, Life / AD&D, and Long-Term Care InsurancesEmployee Assistance ProgramAn Equal Opportunity EmployerIND2Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.