Supervisor (VSL - Value Stream Leader) - 2nd shift

About the Role

The Value Stream Leader manages the assigned value stream cell to achieve production quality, output, and cost efficiency targets through effective use of resources. Ensures production schedules and on-time delivery dates are met, performs capacity planning to meet forecast demand, and provides regular updates on value stream performance. Develops and manages employee objectives, performance evaluations, and ensures compliance with Quality System and ISO requirements.

Responsibilities

• Train and coach department employees, identifying needed training and coordinating with appropriate departments.
• Participate in selecting and hiring staff alongside HR and other production leaders.
• Handle employee scheduling, including managing time off requests and approvals.
• Communicate effectively with shift leaders on opposite shifts and across departments regarding problems, scheduling changes, rush orders, and nonconforming parts.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment; identify and distribute production safety supplies as needed.
• Plan and staff production operations, including workstation assignments, rotations, vacations, breaks, and back-up plans for absent employees.
• Conduct Start of Shift meetings to relay issues from past shifts.
• Follow and enforce GRT schedules, addressing any discrepancies with the Scheduler.
• Set clear expectations for production output and hold staff accountable.
• Ensure machines are set up correctly and sign off on setups.
• Correct manufacturing processes when problems arise; consult with Manufacturing Manager, Project Engineer, or Plant Manager if issues persist.
• Assist the Quality Department in quality checks and ensure proper storage of raw materials.
• Verify all needed materials are available, correct, and delivered promptly to operators.
• Ensure operators follow proper material handling techniques and standard operating procedures.
• Complete necessary paperwork for incidents, accidents, and safety compliance; alert the Safety Coordinator as needed.
• Hold staff accountable for using required Personal Prote Equipment (PPE).
• Complete required paperwork accurately and on time.

Requirements

• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience demonstrating strong communication skills.
• Must be available for overtime and work weekends when necessary.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos; interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and work instructions.
• Basic math skills: ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers.
• Basic understanding of computers and printers.
• Forklift License.

Work Environment

The role operates in a manufacturing environment in all types of weather. The employee regularly works with manufacturing equipment and must follow proper safety procedures to eliminate potential hazards. The noise level is moderate.

Physical Demands

Work requires moderate physical effort and manual dexterity. The employee will regularly sit, stand, walk, kneel, and crouch. Must be able to lift, lower, and carry products weighing up to 50 lbs. Operating a forklift or other manufacturing equipment is considered a "Safety-Sensitive" function; employees in this role are prohibited from reporting to work or being on duty under the influence of alcohol or drugs.