Production Technical Supervisor

About the role

The Production Technical Supervisor will provide direction and oversight for Union Technical Group Leaders and Union Machine Technicians of ELM Operations, primarily in the final assembly area. This role involves developing skilled Union technical personnel through Total Productive Maintenance training and continuous improvement processes, safeguarding Hasbro's investments in capital equipment, and supporting operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily leadership, direction, and support to Union Technical Group Leaders and Union Machine Technicians to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operations.
• Monitor factory performance to confirm that critical assets operate within specification and consistently meet or exceed performance targets.
• Lead and manage Strategic Goal Deployment (SGD) initiatives to drive cost, performance, and operational improvements aligned with ELM site and corporate strategies.
• Strengthen technical capability through TPM Duty Task training, coaching, and communication.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with the Union workforce, fostering trust, collaboration, and adherence to collective bargaining agreements.
• Develop effective cross-functional partnerships with internal and external business stakeholders to support operational excellence.
• Direct and execute strategic initiatives that advance Global Operations objectives.
• Support and influence key performance indicators (KPIs), including productivity, schedule adherence, quality, safety, and sustainability.
• Champion continuous improvement efforts to enhance equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and optimize manufacturing processes.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, including OSHA requirements, and promote a culture of safety throughout the operation.

Requirements

• Achieve a minimum of 5+ years of experience in manufacturing supervision, including at least 3 years in a technical role; experience in high-speed packaging or automated production environments preferred.
• Experience in a 24/7 manufacturing operation environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Lean Manufacturing principles and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).
• Strong problem-solving skills, including root cause analysis methodologies.
• Financial acumen related to manufacturing operations.
• Knowledge of OSHA Standards and Compliance Requirements.
• Experience leading continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong presentation, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in manufacturing, engineering, technical services, operations management, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Training and demonstrated proficiency in Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) training and experience.
• Materials management experience is a plus.
• SAP experience is helpful.

Skills

• Leadership and supervisory skills.
• Technical expertise in manufacturing processes.
• Problem-solving and root cause analysis.
• Continuous improvement methodologies.
• Collaboration and relationship-building skills.
• Strategic planning and execution.
• Compliance with safety regulations.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Climate-controlled facility
• 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one
• HSA (Health Savings Account) and FSA (Flexible Savings Account)
• Life insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts on daycare, gym memberships, travel, and much more