Supervisor, Production - 2nd Shift
Nordson Corporation · East Providence, RI · 2 wk ago
ManufacturingFull-time
About the role
Nordson EFD, a global leader in Engineered Fluid Dispensing, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we are looking for candidates who share that same commitment.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Hold daily shift meeting with a focus on safety, security, performance, quality, and continuous improvement.
- Demonstrate and promote the Nordson safety culture of “Journey to Zero” and that all accidents are preventable.
- Participate in root cause investigations of safety, security and/or quality improvement opportunities.
- Manage and ensure proper training of Production Associates.
- Provide work assignments and all other daily shift activities to Production Team members.
- Ensure the timely opening and closing of production orders in SAP; Propose schedule adjustments as appropriate.
- Cookorate with the Production Planning department to ensure priority jobs are scheduled and completed on time.
- Identify and implement changes to production processes to improve on-time delivery, scrap rate, and production rates.
- Communicate problems, needs and other important information to department manager and/or other supervisors as appropriate.
- Coordinate resolution of quality issues as needed.
- Ensure assembly of parts/material in accordance with work instructions and at a rate determined by the job standard.
- Collaborate with the other department and shift supervisors.
- Identify and lead continuous improvement projects to improve productivity, safety, and quality.
- Supervise, coach, and counsel employees to address performance concerns and achieve a high level of performance.
- Interview and hire employees as needed to ensure a fully productive team.
- Contribute to success of team by submitting improvement ideas, identifying potential problems, providing feedback on new methods or method changes and by displaying a positive, cooperative attitude in working with orders.
- Practice good housekeeping and appropriate measures to prevent pollution or other negative impacts on the environment.
Education & Experience Requirements
- A High School Diploma or GED, college degree preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment with at least 3 years’ experience in a supervisory/lead role.
- Experience working in a Lean Manufacturing or ISO Certified company preferred.
- Knowledge of Injection Molding, automated assembly equipment and manual product assembly.
Skills & Abilities
- Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate them when appropriate.
- Ability to maintain a positive attitude while multi-tasking and working in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to proactively problem solve and follow up in a timely manner.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Some mechanical capability & basic computer skills required.
- Detail-oriented, self-starter with a passion to deliver excellence is essential.
- Team player with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
- Bilingual in Spanish a plus.
- Ability to read, write and communicate in English as it relates to this position and safety required.