What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Supervisor position at Atkore?
Manufacturing Supervisor
Who we are:
Atkore is forging a future where our employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders, and communities are building better together – a future focused on serving the customer and powering and protecting the world.
With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities, Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions.
Who we are looking for:
We are currently searching for a Manufacturing Supervisor to be based out of Philadelphia, PA Plant. The Manufacturing Supervisor will oversee 1st shift or 2nd shift operations. Reporting to the Value Stream Manager, this person will be responsible for managing the functions of the shop floor to aid and improve the operational performance of the facility. Experience in lean manufacturing or business system-based company is a plus. Experience in a Union staffed environment is a plus.
What you'll do:
- Supervise hourly manufacturing team members
- Schedule and assign work tasks to meet production goals and objectives
- Create and modify standardized work and ensure consistent application by all team members
- Provide technical expertise in all responsible areas
- Ensure products are prepared according to requirements and ready for on-time delivery
- Maintain ERP system, develop and maintain master data
- Ensure coordination between Planning, Scheduling, and Operations to achieve KPI goals
- Maintain and be accountable for KPI reporting while actively participating in Lean Daily Management activities
- Maintain Daily, Weekly, and Monthly tracking of delivery metrics to ensure strong customer service
- Identify and execute opportunities for improvement through Kaizen and team-planning participation
- Partner with EHS and/or HR support to investigate, resolve, and provide corrective measures for accidents, injuries, production, and personnel issues
- Uphold and enforce company policies, procedures, and housekeeping practices
- Maintain consistent and fair labor relations
- Facilitate a work environment that encourages teamwork and promotes high levels of self-esteem and winning attitudes
- All other duties as assigned
What you'll bring:
- Bachelor’s degree or 5 years' relevant work experience, manufacturing experience preferred
- Six Sigma/Lean Principles knowledge preferred
- AS400 and/or JD Edwards ERP experience preferred
- Six Sigma/Lean Management experience preferred
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Experience in powered-press, plating, and/or manual packing and picking operations preferred
- Functional knowledge of general Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and business processes
- Ability to work under minimal supervision, plan workload and establish work priorities
- Ability to communicate effectively and comfortably with all organizational levels, both written and verbal
- Flexibility of shift scheduling, to include overtime and weekends, when supervision is required
- Demonstrate Atkore Core Values – Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect, and Excellence
Within 3 months, you’ll:
- Complete your Atkore immersion program.
- Understand how your job will help deliver Atkore’s strategy.
- Gain an understanding of your team.
- Gain an understanding of the training materials and procedures your team owns.
Within 6 months, you’ll:
- Update training materials and procedures.
- Partner with Safety and HR to investigate and provide corrective measures for on-the-job accidents, injuries, production issues, and HR issues.
- Identify ways to strengthen the team’s commitment to Atkore’s core values of Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect and Excellence.
Within 12 months, you’ll:
- Be managing an efficient team that delivers Atkore’s strategy.
- Creating and updating reports, training materials and documentation.
- Have meaningful performance conversations with your direct reports.
- Be able to resolve any issues quickly and safely
Atkore is a four-time Great Place to Work© certified company and a two-time Top Workplaces USA award winner! We’re committed to creating an engaged, aligned workforce driven by a collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results and stays focused on being standout leaders. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors consistent with our core values.
Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!
