What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production supervisor position at Faurecia?
Job Description
About Forvia Faurecia
Forvia Faurecia products and systems are in one out of three vehicles on the road today, including vehicles manufactured by the biggest and most well-known automotive brands in every region of the world.
Our comprehensive offer for SUSTAINABLE MOBILITY includes zero-emission hydrogen solutions, ultra-low emissions solutions, systems for advanced driver assistance and products made with a range of optimized and sustainable materials.
With our COCKPIT OF THE FUTURE, we create value for brands and connected experiences for consumers with our expertise in seating, interiors, lighting, body electronics, sensors, actuators and other display technologies and cockpit electronics.
But Forvia Faurecia is also so much more than a top-7 global automotive and technology leader. We inspire safer, more comfortable, more personalized and more sustainable mobility.
We create advanced solutions to accelerate the transition towards CO2 neutrality.
We believe people matter. We work on challenges that matter. If you join us, you’ll take a journey that matters.
We’re hiring a Production Supervisor!
Our Interior Systems Division is looking for a Production Supervisor for its manufacturing facility in Fraser, Michigan to manage the production, performance, personnel issues and Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) standards of production lines.
You’ll work on challenges that matter!
This job will require you to :
- Make sure QCD indicators reflect customer expectations.
- Define, together with the supervisors of the other shifts and the UAP manager, QCDP targets for the GAPs (improvement versus actual situation) : ppm, pph,DLE, absenteeism, number of accidents, improvement ideas, etc.
- Monitor performance during the shift and report data at the end of the shift.
- Manage resources to reach results : adapt headcount to volume, etc.
- React in case of a problem : take care of immediate containment, call support functions, build corrective action plans.
- Receive daily line KATA with GAP Leader / operators.
- Replace GAP leader when necessary.
Drive actions for improvement :
- Know team problems, seek feedback
- Define area for performance improvements
- Drive teamwork and problem-solving activities, lead Problem Solving Groups, and workshops (5S, Hoshin, TPM, 8 Quality Basics, etc.)
- Drive improvement ideas generation and implementation
- Ensure audits of standardized work are conducted by GAP leaders on a daily basis and ensure corrective actions are taking place
- Audits once a week with each GAP Leader the respect of standardized work
- Define threshold and escalation of reaction modes to problems within their supervisory zone.
- Update electronic KPI’s on daily basis.
The ideal candidate
To succeed in this position, you will ideally have :
- Operational knowledge of production methods (Kanban, 5S, Hoshin, TPM )
- Strong sense of teamwork
- Strong communication skills
- Proven track record in upholding safety and quality standards
- Preferably a Bachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering
- Minimum 2 years of Production experience
- 2-3 years of supervisory experience
- Proficient level of English
We believe people matter!
Forvia Faurecia is an equal opportunity employer . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Last updated : 2024-05-20
Salary : $65,000 - $75,000
