Laboratory Supervisor - DIS - MW1962

At Silgan Dispensing, we develop innovative dispensing solutions for the world's most iconic brands in fragrance, personal care, home, garden, and healthcare. As part of our global team of 6,000+ employees, you'll be joining a company that values innovation, collaboration, and sustainability.

As the Color Lab Supervisor, you'll lead the production and development of color concentrates used in our manufacturing process. From color matching to supervising team members and maintaining inventory, you'll play a key role in ensuring product quality and on-time delivery.

Leadership & Safety

• Champion a safety-first culture aligned with Silgan Dispensing's Safety Vision, Values, and Principles.

• Actively promote safety standards, lead by example, and coach team members on safe work practices.

• Ensure a safe, organized, and productive environment for all Color Lab operations.

Color Production Management

• Oversee the full color matching and concentrate production process.

• Approve or adjust color concentrates before release to molding, ensuring compliance with Silgan Dispensing standards.

• Manufacture production and sample color chips using plastic injection molding techniques.

Scheduling & Operations

• Review molding schedules and coordinate color production to meet tight deadlines and shipment schedules.

• Order and manage raw materials (pigments, additives, parts) required for operations.

• Schedule deliveries of raw materials and manage inventory levels to optimize supply without waste.

Team Management & Development

• Assign daily tasks to Color Lab personnel using a team-based, productivity-focused approach.

• Lead department meetings focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

• Manage performance, discipline, PTO requests, and annual performance reviews.

Inventory & Compliance

• Maintain accurate inventory records of pigments, additives, and supplies.

• Ensure proper recycling, reuse, or disposal of leftover materials.

• Work closely with Product Stewardship to ensure compliance with FDA and other regulatory requirements.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Sales and Engineering to provide technical support on colorants and materials.

• Participate in production meetings and collaborate with sourcing teams and vendors on pricing and supply solutions.

• Associate's Degree or equivalent work experience

• 2-5 years of experience in color matching, formulation, or pigment management

• Proven experience managing production schedules and meeting critical deadlines

• Prior leadership or supervisory experience strongly preferred

• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

• Familiarity with FDA compliance and materials testing is a plus

• Be part of a global team creating products that improve everyday life

• Collaborative and inclusive workplace culture

• Growth opportunities in a stable and innovative manufacturing environment

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis.

Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status.

Silgan is a drug-free workplace.