Welding Robotics Production Supervisor

About the role

The Production Supervisor will manage small work teams in a fast-paced, high-volume, unionized manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for team safety, team building, training and manpower allocation, continuous improvement, product quality, throughput and cost targets, and team morale. Come build new things with us and advance your career. At HTC Global, you’ll collaborate with experts, work alongside clients, and be part of high-performing teams driving success together. You’ll have long-term opportunities to grow your career and develop skills in the latest emerging technologies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure production plans are met by analyzing issues, implementing continuous improvement activities, and sustaining solutions within the assigned production area.
• Own safety, quality, and throughput objectives for the assigned production area.
• Ensure a safe workplace and lead teams in improving safety while enforcing required safety tools and procedures.
• Analyze production losses and use manufacturing systems and methodologies to improve performance.
• Understand manufacturing process flow, bottlenecks, alarms, fault conditions, and escalation procedures to minimize downtime and maintain production targets.
• Analyze quality KPIs, prioritize quality issues, and provide appropriate guidance to Team Leaders.
• Ensure appropriate allocation of employees on the production line, manage absenteeism, and train and build effective teams.
• Mobilize support groups and resources to assist with problem-solving activities.
• Apply mechanical aptitude and knowledge of manufacturing equipment, conveyors, automation systems, and maintenance concepts to support production operations.
• Lead and participate in continuous improvement and kaizen activities focused on safety, cost, quality, throughput, and waste reduction.
• Respond proactively to production interruptions and ensure output targets are achieved.
• Demonstrate accountability, curiosity, and a customer-focused approach when resolving issues that impact downstream operations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to work any shift and overtime as required.
• Excellent organizational, written, and oral communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with employees at various levels within a manufacturing facility.
• Ability to build effective business relationships with plant leadership and customers.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Goal-oriented self-starter with the ability to lead teams.
• Ability