Production Supervisor (Night Shift - 12 Hours)
M & M Industries, Inc. · Chattanooga, TN · 2 wk ago
ManagementFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Maintains and evaluates production operations to ensure products meet quality and customer requirements.
- Monitors key performance indicators (KPIs) such as Productivity, Scrap, Quality, and Scheduled Hours.
- Supervises daily shift operations, ensuring adherence to production plans, procedures, and safety requirements.
- Communicates priorities, product changes, and machine assignments to team members.
- Supervises, trains, and develops hourly, non-exempt employees to achieve performance and growth objectives.
- Collaborates with cross-functional teams including Quality, Materials/Logistics, Maintenance, and Safety.
- Onboards and mentors new employees following M&M Industries' best practices in training and development.
- Led initiatives to improve Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Morale through Lean tools and structured problem-solving.
- Implements and sustains Systematic Workplace Organization, Autonomous Maintenance, and Safety Initiatives.
- Supports continuous improvement projects using Kaizen, 5S, and Root Cause Analysis methodologies.
Competencies
- Strong leadership and people development skills.
- Ability to apply critical thinking and root cause analysis to identify and resolve issues.
- Demonstrated success driving results in productivity, quality, and safety.
- Strategic thinking and decision-making ability.
- Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and World Class Manufacturing principles.
- Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Commitment to fostering a positive, team-oriented culture.
Education and Experience
- High School Diploma or GED (required).
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Manufacturing, or related field (preferred).
- Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment (required).
- Injection Molding experience (preferred).
- Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement initiatives (preferred).
Other
- Manage People: Yes
- Must be available to work assigned shift schedule, including weekends or overtime as required.