Production Supervisor

Responsibilities

• Ensure manpower is at optimum levels, including vacation scheduling, and adjust schedule as necessary in case of material or people shortages.
• Be fair and consistent when dealing with all people, policies, contract, discipline, etc. and treat people with respect.
• Train and develop subordinates; mediate conflicts (listen, coach, mentor).
• Ensure that parts produced are correct and labeled properly, meeting all quality standards.
• Ensure a safe working environment, and that employees are using safe working methods (including rotation).
• Provide current, up-to-date schedule to operators.
• Ensure inter-and intra-shift and department communication (internal customers, suppliers, scheduling, etc.) and keep operators informed.
• Improve and maintain housekeeping.
• Accurately complete timecards. Assure overtime equalization. Account for all scrap and lost time.
• Monitor maintenance needs, write work orders, coordinate repairs as needed.
• Knowledge of machines, fixtures, tools, and ability to advise, set up and make minor adjustments as necessary.
• Demonstrate applicable processes for training purposes as required.
• Knowledge and communication of all emergency procedures.
• Knowledge and implementation of TS16949 procedures.
• Liaison with planner as to inventory levels of material/finished product.
• Maintain production records, and supply time and attendance records to HR.
• Lead and participate in 8D problem solving meetings.
• Special projects as assigned

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in related field and/or three years of automotive experience.
• Knowledge of metal stamping, welding, JIT assembly and labor relations would be a plus.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills are required.
• Oversee hourly production personnel, communicate company policies and procedures, monitor housekeeping standards, TS 16949 and ISO14001 compliance and ensure quality objectives are met.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.