Supervisor, Production

Job Description

Primary Purpose of Role: Responsible for the supervision of a medium to large group of employees involved in plant production operations. Utilize Lean Manufacturing and Total Productive Maintenance techniques to continually improve the operational metrics of the area. Work is generally of a technical nature with the ability to make decisions within the limits of general standards and practices; and involves using initiative in decision making.

• Mets production cost, schedules, and quality requirements through the utilization of established manufacturing processes and methods.
• Responsible for updating daily / monthly metrics through data entry and updates made to shopfloor performance boards.
• Regularly communicates with direct management and peers of updates regarding people, quality, cost, responsiveness, and safety in assigned area.
• Conducts daily handover with peer supervisor, ensuring a smooth transition between shifts.
• Facilitates floor operations and removes barriers for employees to meet measurable objectives.
• Manages personnel, material, and equipment safely and effectively.
• Responsible for training, performance management, coaching, disciplinary, timekeeping/payroll, resource management, and overtime management for employees in assigned area.
• Implements and maintains Operational Excellence initiatives.
• Complies with the terms of the labor agreement, including managing 1st step grievance procedures.
• Complies with and implements company policy.
• Willing to work any shift assigned.

Key Qualifications

• Required: Associate Degree and/or equivalent experience required
• Preferred: Bachelors Degree
• Experience: Required: 0-2 years’ prior supervisory experience 1+ years’ experience in manufacturing / logistics environment. Preferred: 3+ years’ Supervisory experience in manufacturing / logistics environment.
• Experience: Required: Competencies and Behaviors: Knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures.Ability to accurately track inventory levels.Comfortable working in a fast-paced environmentOral and written communication skills.Knowledge of basic technology of area where assigned.Knowledge of scheduling and other management systems.Analytical ability for solving complex problems.Interpersonal skills to work effectively with others, motivate employees and elicit work output.Knowledge of safety and environmental practices.Knowledge of quality control procedures.Advanced computer skills. (Microsoft programs)Ability to adapt to changes in responsibility based on business needs.