Fabrication Supervisor

SPX Technologies · Madison, AL · 1 wk ago

ManufacturingFull-time

With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world. Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. We’re a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.

About the Role

As the Fabrication Supervisor, you will lead a manufacturing team in Metal Fabrication and oversee daily operations and production processes for the facility in Madison, AL. You will be responsible for hiring, training, and motivating employees, driving continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring a safe and clean working environment, and prioritizing measures that favorably impact on-time delivery, quality control, inventory management, and financial commitments. The successful candidate will have strong leadership abilities and a passion for operational excellence.

Responsibilities

Supervisory Leadership:
- Provide leadership and guidance to the manufacturing team, ensuring productivity, collaboration, and a positive working environment.
- Foster open communication and promote a culture of trust and engagement, embodying SPX core values.
- Partner in the recruitment of employees by promoting open job opportunities and actively participating in hiring, selection, and on-boarding processes.
- Actively support employee training and development by identifying training needs, developing training plans, providing coaching and guidance, and performing employee evaluations and corrective actions.
- Coach and lead performance discussions with employees; deliver corrective actions as appropriate.
- Organize the workflow of the department by setting objectives, preparing schedules, and communicating objectives and progress to the team.
- Serve as the point of contact for employee concerns and grievances, actively listening and addressing issues in a timely manner in partnership with HR.
Safety:
- Ensure tools and equipment are in working order and can be used safely.
- Promote and maintain a safe working environment by enforcing safety guidelines, conducting regular inspections, and addressing potential issues immediately.
- Assist in investigations of safety concerns.
- Oversee the cleanliness and organization of the manufacturing area.
- Serve as a champion of safety, encouraging employees to identify risks and work together to resolve issues.
Production Execution:
- Collaborate with production planning and logistics to prioritize production schedules, monitor progress, and ensure on-time delivery of orders that meet customer expectations.
- Implement and monitor quality control procedures and standards to ensure the production of high-quality products.
- Conduct inspections and partner with the quality team to address issues promptly.
- Optimize the inventory management process to support production requirements and ensure accuracy of inventory records.
- Understand production schedules and estimate accurate hour requirements for completion.
- Ensure direct and indirect labor goals are met on a daily basis.
- Manage scrap within the assigned area to achieve program fiscal goals.
- Ensure all standard operating procedures are followed.
Continuous Improvement and Documentation:
- Use ERP systems and other technology to prepare reports for planning, performance monitoring, issue identification, and improvement.
- Maintain accurate records including production reports, inventory data, safety logs, employee performance records, and time and attendance records.
- Create reports on key performance indicators.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement throughout the facility to enhance efficiency, equipment performance, quality, reduce cost, and optimize operations.
- Implement lean manufacturing principles.
- Participate in other projects as assigned that relate to the overall goals of the department and organization.

Requirements

Required Experience:
- At least 2 years of supervisory/leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Experience attracting, retaining, motivating, and developing high-performing, diverse teams.
- Experience in a unionized manufacturing environment preferred.
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, including assembly, welding/machining, and quality control.
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
- Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies and lean manufacturing principles.
- Proficiency using manufacturing software and systems for inventory management and production planning, including working in ERP-related systems.
- Knowledge of the HVAC industry.
- Proven ability to build effective partnerships with leaders.
- Excellent communication skills and proven ability to motivate others, supervise, and train hourly manufacturing employees in a production environment.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
- Skills in Microsoft Office software.
Education & Certifications:
- Associate’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Work Environment

Onsite plant environment; may be exposed to bad weather, excessive heat, and/or noise.
Physical Demands: The demands described are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation:
- Lifting up to 50 pounds.
- Bending/stooping.
- Frequent movement around the manufacturing facility.

Benefits