Production Supervisor - 1st Shift
About the role
This role supervises manufacturing operations and employee performance for a designated value stream. Key responsibilities include balancing quality, productivity, cost, safety, and morale, meeting and improving schedule dates, reducing process times, and managing department priorities.
Responsibilities
- Balance quality, productivity, cost, safety, and morale to achieve positive results in all areas
- Control manpower and materials needed to complete jobs accurately and on time
- Guide and monitor group towards its goals, ensuring employee productivity, resolve problems, and has authority to change work roles and work distribution
- Aid in initiating, implementing, and leading continuous improvement activities, researching new processes, procedures, and equipment to improve throughput, quality, and profitability
- Continuously evaluate and improve manufacturing processes through lean concepts and Six Sigma, partnering with Operational Excellence to establish value stream priorities and implement improvements while driving a lean culture
- Supervise the work of manufacturing employees, track absenteeism, and maintain and approve timekeeping records
- Maintain effective employee relations by providing employee mentoring and development, and resolving employee issues through coaching and problem resolution
- Ensure employees' personal safety by providing safety training for all aspects of the job and department
- Lead activities needed to perform accident investigations, safety observations, and hazard mapping
- Coordinate projects with other supervisors and departments, monitor production schedules and results, and inform management and peers regarding production delays and other related issues
- Manage departmental performance measures, including visual controls, and provide regular progress reports to manager
- Support New Product Development (NPD) introductions to production, working with technical supervisor and lead to troubleshoot processes, review and update work instructions, and train team members to ensure a smooth transition
- Work with Supply Chain, Planning, and QA to resolve parts, inventory, and quality issues
Requirements
- 5-7 years’ progressive experience in a manufacturing environment
- Minimum of 3 years of experience directing an hourly or manufacturing workforce
- High School diploma or GED; Bachelor’s Degree is a plus
- Intermediate computer skills including experience using the MS Office suite, a business planning and inventory system
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
- Extensive knowledge and leadership in the principles and practice of Lean, Six Sigma, 5P, and/or other continuous improvement models; participated in related improvement projects
Qualifications
- Physical demands: General office environment, PC use, light lifting (occasional 25 lbs or less), stooping, standing
Skills
- Leadership
- Problem-solving
- Communication
- Continuous improvement
- Lean, Six Sigma, 5P
Benefits
Typical pay is $71,200 – $92,600 annually. This position is eligible for participation in our Quarterly Incentive Pay Program. G&W Electric offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, short and long-term disability, life insurance, health club membership program and reimbursement, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), annual profit sharing, vacation, air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, and more. G&W Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in the E-Verify process for all new hires.
About G&W Electric
Innovating since 1905, G&W Electric has grown into a global leader in engineered electrical power grid solutions. We are committed to cultivating an engaging work environment that embraces our core values and develops our talent. Our continuous focus on growth and innovation means that you become part of a company that provides challenging opportunities, rewards excellence, and combines your individual expertise to achieve a higher level of shared success. As part of our organization, you also help power the world!
Contact Information
G&W Electric is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. G&W Electric participates in the E-Verify process for all new hires.