Production Supervisor

About the role

The Production Supervisor is responsible for the accurate and timely completion of job orders and for the assessment, training, oversight, mentoring, evaluation and discipline of a team of operators as they safely perform manual duties to process and complete quality product for timely distribution to customers.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule activities within area of supervision in collaboration with other departments
• Direct the activities and formally evaluate the individual performance of a team of Operators
• Maintain functional knowledge of processes within area of supervision and coordinate resources to ensure jobs are completed on time and in accordance with quality requirements
• Observe, monitor and ensure compliance with all safety requirements and practices, including taking action to stop production if safety is compromised
• Interact effectively with colleagues, suppliers, customers, and auditors
• Access computer systems to complete all required documentation to track work, record scrap, and maintain accurate records of completed parts and required inventory
• Apply Lean manufacturing principles and promote continuous improvement in productivity and in the elimination of waste
• Demonstrate effective leadership and management skills to hire, promote, discipline, transfer, and terminate operators
• Assess Operator abilities, ensure appropriate training, determine competency, maintain training records and monitor Operator development
• Uphold all policies and procedures and resolve conflict
• Review and approve time management records
• Develop and maintain spreadsheets containing operational data and be well-versed in interpreting and presenting key performance metrics based on said data
• Uphold and promote the standards of the quality management system, including following procedures and work instructions, and recommending improvements
• Attend training as needed or assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 3 years related work experience or prior experience as a Production Group Leader
• Associates degree preferred
• Possess and demonstrate positive mentoring and leadership qualities
• Knowledge of manufacturing concepts such as planning, scheduling, inventory management, work flow, and basic lean concepts
• Demonstrated organizational skills
• Basic computer skills
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Basic math skills
• Treat all co-workers with dignity and respect
• Positive attitude towards work and work environment

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 1st Shift: 7:00am - 3:30pm

Location: 111 Business Park Drive, Utica, NY

Pay

The salary range for this position is $20.00 per hour - $32.75 per hour ($41,600 - $68,120 annually). The actual range will vary based upon factors including, but not limited to, prior experience, knowledge, skill and education as they relate to the position’s qualifications, and internal equity.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Retirement plan
• Volunteer opportunities
• Paid holidays
• Overtime opportunities