Production Supervisor
Bekaert · Hanover, PA · 3 wk ago
ManagementFull-time
Purpose and Mission
As a dynamic and growing company with over 19 000 employees worldwide, 75 nationalities, a retention rate above 90%, and € 3,7 billion in combined revenue in 2025, we are committed to contributing to finding new solutions for the future. Our focus extends to markets such as new mobility, low-carbon construction, and green energy.
Key Activities and Responsibilities
- Production Oversight: Manage and supervise the day-to-day operations of the production floor, ensuring that production schedules are met.
- Team Management: Lead, train, and motivate a team of production workers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
- Quality Control: Ensure that products meet quality standards and specifications, implementing quality control measures as needed.
- Safety Compliance: Enforce health and safety regulations, ensuring a safe working environment for all employees.
- Process Improvement: Identify areas for process improvement and implement lean manufacturing principles to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
- Resource Management: Coordinate the use of materials, equipment, and labor to optimize production efficiency.
- Troubleshooting: Address and resolve any issues that arise during the production process to minimize downtime.
- Reporting: Prepare and present production reports to upper management, highlighting performance metrics and areas for improvement.
- Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, such as quality control, maintenance, and logistics, to ensure seamless production operations.
Skills
- Leadership: Ability to manage and motivate a production team to achieve goals
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills to convey instructions and updates
- Problem-Solving: Strong skills in identifying and resolving production issues efficiently
- Organizational Skills: Proficiency in planning and coordinating production schedules
- Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in monitoring production quality and compliance
- Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with manufacturing machinery and tools
- Safety Awareness: Knowledge of safety regulations and ability to enforce safety standards
Previous Experience
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a production supervisory role within a manufacturing environment
Qualifications and Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field is preferred