Production Supervisor (EVN)

About the role

We are seeking a motivated individual who is highly skilled and demonstrates self-motivation. As a Production Supervisor, you will play a key role in leading a team of assembly line workers to achieve production targets and uphold our commitment to delivering high-quality products. Plan and direct the efforts of Assistant Supervisors, Assemblers, and related personnel engaged in the manufacture and support roles of the production and shipment process for electrical/electronic products. Ensures adherence to safety, quality, and customer requirements. The position reports to the Plant Manager, and works closely with Purchasing, Customer Service and Engineering as necessary, as well as various levels of Supervision and Management.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of assembly line workers to achieve production goals.
• Collaborate with Plant Leader to schedule and prioritize assembly tasks.
• Ensure timely and efficient utilization of resources to meet production targets.
• Continuously assess and improve assembly line processes to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Train new employees in assembly and packing techniques required to assure consistent quality.
• Enforce and promote a culture of safety by ensuring adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
• Communicates unexpected component shortages and schedule delays to Plant Leader.
• Maintain open and effective communication with Plant Leader, Production Foreperson, Warehouse Supervisor, and cross-functional teams.
• Report production status, challenges, and achievements to Plant Leader.
• Ensures that employees adhere to policies regarding the published Code of Conduct.
• Plans, directs, and assigns duties to assemblers and related personnel to assure compliance with production schedules.
• Trains subordinates in the assembly techniques required to assure consistent quality.
• Troubleshoots production problems and implements corrective action.
• Delegates tasks as appropriate to ensure opportunities for development of subordinates.
• Ensures that employees adhere to policies as regards attendance, tardiness, and full Code of Conduct, as well as setting an appropriate example for reports.
• Keeps returned material related to department at a minimum through disassembly and shipment.
• Participates in performance reviews, pay for performance, employee counseling, and progressive discipline as requested by plant manager.
• Ensures that all work cells and individual production staff work as a cohesive unit across the plant floor.
• Some plant maintenance and service functions as well as running tool repairs as required to maintain production flow.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Proven experience in a supervisory role within a manufacturing assembly environment.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to facilitate activities across cross-functional and diverse teams.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to process improvement.
• Working knowledge of Sales Orders, Bills of Material and Pick Lists.
• Capable of achieving results in a self-directed, self-motivated environment.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and reporting.
• Adheres to policies regarding published Code of Conduct.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, sufficient listening, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively and add value as a team member.
• Ability to perform tasks with moderate supervision.
• Prior experience in a supervisory or lead-person role.
• Working knowledge of Bills of Material and Pick Lists.
• Capable of achieving results as a self-directed, self-motivated individual.

Preferred:

• Additional relevant certifications or degrees
• Proven experience in manufacturing assembly with a track record of increasing responsibility.
• Electrical applications (circuitry) or lighting experience
• Experience in a mixed mode (stock, make-to-order, configure-to-order) is desirable but not required.