Production Supervisor

General Statement of Duties

The 2nd Shift Production Supervisor is a working supervisor who supervises team members in assigned areas. This role is a working supervisor that contributes to the Team as well as provides supervision to workers. Areas of supervision may include Welding, Grinding, Assembly, Machine Shop, Shipping & Receiving, and Paint.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Completes continuous improvement initiatives.
• Supervises and coordinates machine set-ups and operations requiring a broad knowledge of manufacturing & metal fabrication processes, parts, and industrial applications to provide efficient product that meets quality, quantity, schedule, and cost requirements.
• Organizes and assigns work to utilize available skills, knowledge and experience, machines, and tooling to maintain schedule and minimize costs.
• Recommends maintenance and safety improvements to Management.
• Handle day-to-day workflow issues within assigned teams under the direction of management.
• Collaborate with Production Manager to make sure the appropriate levels of staffing in accordance with skill requirements, work levels, and schedules, including monitoring work hours and training requirements.
• Be an advocate for the Safety Program ensuring that safety rules and regulations are enforced.
• Participate in internal programs, such as safety committee, job evaluations and performance reviews.
• Effective interaction, guidance, and development of employees within the group.
• Work with Engineering department personnel to design model fixturing, jigs, and other devices.
• Responsible for supervising shipping and receiving activities.
• Responsible for locking up the facility at the end of the night and making sure that employees have cleaned up their work areas for the next day.
• Act as Emergency Response Team Leader to coordinate activities related to emergencies, including but not limited to evacuation notification, accounting for all employees including building walk-through, shut down of equipment and utilities, care of critical plant operations during evacuation, and direct emergency personnel including communication of emergency details.
• Perform work in a safe manner and complete all required safety inspections.
• Enforce conformance with safety rules and regulations.
• Involved with continuous improvement efforts regarding all aspects of safety.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment while on the production floor.

Qualifications, Knowledge, and Skills

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a manufacturing environment in a production role, which includes two or more of the following: welding, painting, grinding, drilling, machining, hydraulic assembly, forklift and overhead crane operation, or other related functions.
• If this supervisor oversees welding, 5 or more years of experience in MIG Welding is mandatory, along with being proficient in welding steel and stainless-steel materials.
• Familiarity with the use of and basic maintenance of welding machines.
• Ability to demonstrate and share knowledge of blueprint symbols, welding symbols, welding terminology, welding codes and metallurgy.
• Ability to demonstrate high quality weldments through continual attention to detail and anticipate potential problems during the weld planning and design stages.
• Ability to plan and construct simple tooling and fixturing.
• Experienced in reading, interpretation, and use of Engineered Drawings.
• Must have experience working with hydraulic systems and components or other related industrial products.
• Experienced in reading, interpretation, and use of Engineered Drawings.
• Must have both hands-on experience and the ability to supervise and lead production employees.
• Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with management, co-workers, vendors, and distributors.
• Must have a proficient working knowledge of Mohawk’s products and services.
• Must be detail oriented with attention to accuracy.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English language and be understood.
• Must be able to work with minimum supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Must be able to work with various technologies.
• Must interact professionally with people both in person and on the telephone.
• Desired Associate’s degree and experience in a supervisory role.
• Lean Manufacturing and pull system processes experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft office (Outlook, Excel, Word) and manufacturing software applications such as MRP systems.

Physical Demands

• Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
• Physical activity includes walking, standing, sitting, pushing, pulling, climbing, kneeling, bending, reaching above shoulders, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• If work demands require lifting in excess of 50 pounds, the use of a mechanical device or initiation of a two-person lift is required.

Work Environment

• Perform activities in a well-lighted and well-ventilated area.
• May be subject to changes in temperature and exposure to above normal noise levels, electrical equipment, and chemicals.
• Normally acceptable manufacturing environment with no abnormal hazards or risks other than those listed herein.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• The Production Supervisor supervises the work of employees in various departments.
• Supervisory responsibilities include handling disciplinary issues, scheduling, training and development, interviewing and hiring, terminations, promotions, compensation, and performance management.

Other Duties as Assigned

Other duties as assigned.