Supervisor, Production

About the role

Supervises the activities of production personnel engaged in all facets of the manufacturing function.

Responsibilities

• Implements operational strategies in assigned area(s) to assure company objectives in the areas of safety, productivity, quality, customer service, sales, human capital, cost and profitability
• Accountable for assigned area’s key performance metrics including machine and labor efficiencies and provides guidance to production associates to ensure scorecard objectives are met
• Supports capacity planning process to meet internal and external customer on-time-delivery demands
• Collaborates with cross-functional leaders to support continuous improvement initiatives to drive operational excellence
• Provides guidance on staffing, training, employee relations and performance management to develop and enhance the salaried and hourly production team, working closely with direct reports
• Interacts with key stakeholders to provide technical support and/or resolve order problems or complaints
• Maintains industry, professional and technical knowledge by networking, attending industry events, and reviewing professional publications
• Provides daily coaching and feedback to all department employees
• Maintains schedules, monitors rush orders, hot list, call-ins, etc.
• Works with other production and support departments to reach consensus on most effective/efficient method of production
• Participates in department SQPC boards reporting out any concerns, successes, etc.
• Identifies and implements process improvements and increased productivity opportunities
• Enhances internal and external department communication toward creating a cohesive work environment
• Participates in monthly department meetings and other meetings as needed to communicate policy, revisions, general updates, etc.
• Provides backup ECATS responsibilities and resolves issues with Payroll when necessary
• Affords support to the Department Area Manager on the following areas: weekly/daily manning requirements, overtime requirements, quality complaints
• Acts as a liaison between customer and department
• Assumes the roles and responsibilities of the Department Manager during scheduled vacations or unforeseen absences, ensuring seamless continuity of operations, effective team leadership, and timely decision-making to maintain departmental performance and service standards
• Coordinates preventative maintenance activities on all equipment
• Completes employee disciplinary issues and performance reviews in a timely manner and in line with employee handbook
• Works with peers and other departments to improve quality and performance
• Actively participates in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
• Performs other duties as assigned by management/supervisors

Qualifications

• Safety sensitive position - ability to work in a constant state of alertness and a safe manner
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as required based upon the needs of the business
• Ability to work various shifts as needed
• Ability to effectively work in teams
• Ability to work in a production-based environment with moving equipment and people
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with a wide variety of roles
• Reads a tape measure/ruler
• Good communication skills
• Good mathematical skills
• Good organizational skills
• Troubleshooting skills
• Desire and willingness to commit to on-going professional development, including Menasha specific and other training and development opportunities as directed
• Strong interpersonal skills - you care about people and are passionate about helping others!
• Microsoft Office skills: Windows, Outlook, SharePoint, SAP, Word, Power Point, and Excel
• Must have good color perception
• Knowledge of inks and solvent characteristics and effects in different uses
• Experience And Education
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience required

Pay

Details not specified

Schedule

Shift 3rd