Production Supervisor - 2nd shift

Basic Purpose of Position

Plans, directs, and coordinates production activities to ensure the highest quality products. Contributes to a positive atmosphere and encourages good work habits.

Core Responsibilities

• Provides direct leadership and support to production employees within the assigned area.
• Mentor and coach Line Leader assigned to the work area to provide a cohesive leadership team for the employees.
• Set tactical expectation for work area, as well as, the individuals within the team.
• Partner with Human Resources and management to plan staffing needs.
• Interact with Line Leads and other area supervisors to balance labor capacity requirements as needed.
• Lead interviewing and hiring decisions for the assigned production area.
• Provide training plan and oversee on-boarding of new employees within the area.
• Oversee employee performance including 1:1 discussions with direct reports, on-going performance coaching and writing/presenting annual performance reviews.
• Partner with Human Resources in compensation decisions.
• Participate in company and customer meetings as needed to understand customer requirements.
• Support and encourage company values and vision through actions and words.
• Maintain facility cleanliness.

Quality & Lean

• Collects, interprets and posts quality data to be used for continuous improvement.
• Evaluates quality and takes corrective action.
• Ensures training requirements are sufficiently met either through personal training involvement or through other applicable training resources (engineers, technicians, etc.).
• Maintain applicable quality/regulatory documentation specific to the requirements of the product.
• Identify and pursue resolution of issues impacting product quality directly with the individual/group responsible.
• Support other area Supervisors and Leads in seeking resolution of issues impacting product quality directly with the individual/group responsible. As appropriate, work directly with representatives from other departments for cross-functional issues that may be impacting quality within the department.
• Conduct continuous improvement meetings to identify relevant issues, assign corrective action ownership, and monitor progress to completion.
• Recommend measures to improve process methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
• Ensure training matrix is up to date and complete as verification that an operator has been trained, tested, and certified.
• Identify, monitor, and resolve inefficiencies relative to applicable labor standards, and provide recommendations for improvement.

On-Time Delivery

• Assures timely ordering of material and reports shortages to avoid work stoppage.
• Regulate and own the flow of product through the following: sets expectations for the work area, develops the daily plan and communicate with other departments such as support and other production lines as needed.
• Assure timely defective material management.
• Identify, communicate, and pursue resolution of issues impacting build and delivery schedule directly with the individual/group responsible.
• Participate in developing a process plan including people, material, equipment, and work flow for each work area to maximize performance.

Safety

• Ensure all assignments are performed in compliance with applicable Federal, State and Company safety and health regulations, and where applicable, proper personal protective equipment is utilized.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Two to four years related supervisory experience and/or training preferred. Lean/process improvement experience preferred.
• Language Ability: Fluent in English, both written and verbal.
• Reasoning Ability: Effectively exercise discretion and independent judgement.
• Full color vision is an essential job requirement. Color identification test may be required pre-hire.
• Computer Skills: Word processing, Spreadsheets, E-mail, Inventory/Manufacturing software experience necessary.
• We are ITAR compliant so all applicants must be a US Citizen, Green Card Holder, Permanent Resident, Political Aslyee, or Refugee. We can not sponsor visas.

Benefits

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision benefits. Medical plan options include 3 High Deductible Health Plans (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA). By completing an annual Wellness Exam, we contribute $1000 (single) or $2000 (family) to an HSA.
• Flexible Savings Accounts for Medical, Dependent Care, and Limited Purpose (dental and vision only).
• PTO and Holiday Pay.
• Company-paid life insurance and disability at 1 times your annual salary at no cost to you, with options to increase coverage amounts.
• 401k with a company match of 50% to every dollar up to 6%.
• Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Insurance optional plans.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Opportunities to grow and excel in the Electronics Manufacturing industry at a company that values promotions and learning from within. Every day is different, challenging, and rewarding.

Pay

$70,000-$85,000 Based on Experience

Schedule

2nd shift (3pm to 1am), 10 hours/day, Monday - Thursday with OT on Friday when necessary. On-Site Work Location: Spartronics; 2920 Kelly Ave; Watertown, SD. Personal Protective Equipment Required: ESD smocks, ESD foot and wrist straps, safety glasses.