Production Supervisor I

About the role

The Production Supervisor will oversee manufacturing operations, ensuring quality, safety, productivity, and adherence to schedules and delivery goals.

Responsibilities

• Supervise shop employees in a manufacturing environment
• Ensure workforce is at optimal levels, including vacation scheduling, and adjust schedules as necessary due to material or personnel shortages
• Ensure production is conducted in a timely and organized manner
• Deal fairly and consistently with all personnel, policies, contracts, discipline, etc., and treat people with respect
• Train and develop subordinates; mediate conflicts (listen, coach, mentor)
• Ensure parts produced meet quality standards and are correctly labeled
• Ensure a safe working environment and that employees are using safe working methods (including rotations)
• Provide current, up-to-date schedules to operators
• Communicate effectively between shifts and departments (internal customers, suppliers, scheduling, etc.), keeping operators informed
• Improve and maintain housekeeping
• Accurately complete timecards, ensure overtime equalization, account for all scrap and lost time
• Maintain knowledge of machines, fixtures, tools, and advise, set up, and make minor adjustments as necessary
• Communicate applicable processes for training purposes as required
• Knowledge and communication of all emergency procedures
• Liaison with planners regarding inventory levels of materials/finished products
• Lead and participate in problem-solving meetings
• Conduct assigned functions as per policies, procedures, and quality manuals
• Make recommendations, plans, and suggestions promoting continuous improvement within the organization
• Support and participate in Team Leader and Line Facilitator activities
• Follow systems for TS16949 and ISO14001

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• 3-5 years of production supervisory experience
• Strong leadership skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrate ability in maintaining positive employment relations and maintaining a high level of integrity
• Excellent organizational and PC skills

Bonus if you have

• Manufacturing background, particularly in the automotive industry