Manufacturing Supervisor

About the role

The manufacturing supervisor oversees the daily operations of the team, ensuring that all processes run smoothly and efficiently. Manage quality, scrap, efficiency and adherence to schedule.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and optimize machine processes to ensure the highest quality production and minimal downtime.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives by identifying areas for process optimization and implement effective solutions.
• Ensuring all team members follow job instructions (JI’s) and are trained on job expectations.
• Providing strong team leadership by conducting daily meetings and assigning tasks.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineers, Techs etc. to resolve any production issues and ensure parts meet quality standards
• Investigate and take appropriate action when a deviation occurs, i.e. a part is out of spec, scrap increases, efficiency rates drop, and production issues arise.
• Ensure proper function and safety of machines.
• Continual monitoring and reporting.
• Lead investigations of all safety incidents during shifts.
• Address complaints, resolve problems, and conduct disciplinary discussions as necessary.
• Ensure all team members contribute equally, effectively, and remain productive.
• Responsible to follow and enforce all Vaupell policies, standard operating procedures and safety practices.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Associate degree from an accredited institution (preferred)
• High School Diploma/GED
• Minimum of 2 years’ supervisory experience (required)
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience working in Manufacturing (required)
• Demonstrated team leadership skills with the ability to effectively manage, motivate, and inspire a diverse team.
• Established experience monitoring, measuring and reducing scrap rates.
• Prior strong focus on continuous improvement or lean processes.
• Experience on ERP systems and MS Office
• Experience in quality control within a manufacturing environment is highly desirable.
• Problem solving and adaptability skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Able to multi-task and prioritize.
• Ability to read, speak, understand and follow instructions in English.
• Must be able to wear and properly use the required personal protective equipment.
• Candidates must be a “US Person” (i.e. US