Production Supervisor - Capacitors and Filters

Description

Hitachi Energy is a leading provider of high-voltage components, specializing in innovative solutions for the electrical utilities and the power delivery industry. As we expand our operations, we seek a dynamic and experienced Outbound Shipping & Material Coordinator to join our Grid Components team.

Position Summary:

The Production Supervisor – Capacitors and Filters will ensure seamless manufacturing/assembly of capacitor banks (pole mount, shunt, metal enclosed) within our high-voltage components business. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing/operations and a keen eye for optimizing processes to enhance the overall manufacturing/assembly process. The position is based at our Mt. Pleasant plant and reports to the Operations Manager – Capacitors and Filters.

Key responsibilities:

• Leading Manufacturing Production Team to execute our S>>Q>D>I>C vision. Safety, above all, Quality is greater than delivery, which is more important than inventory and cost.
• Accountable to ensure a safe work environment, continuous improvement in HSE processes, and integrity performance. Enforce safety regulations and provide a safe work environment for all employees. Oversee and guide the activities of assembly line workers, ensuring they are working efficiently and safely.
• Leading Manufacturing Production Team focusing on setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting manufacturing production (i.e., machining, processing, assembly, or packaging).
• Monitoring the output quality to identify, discard, or re-manufacture faulty products.
• Plan, organize, and schedule production activities to meet targets and deadlines.
• Maintaining accurate daily production records as input to manufacturing performance analysis.
• Setting day-to-day operational objectives for the team. Problems faced may be difficult but typically are not complex.
• Responsible for executing a customer-focused operations strategy for the Capacitors & Filter product line and executing it according to schedule.
• Responsible with the Operations Manager for compliance with global and local standards, rules, policies, and procedures related to Operations/Project execution. This aligns with Group, Divisional, BU, and Hub policies.
• Responsible with the Operations Manager for introducing standards, guidelines, standardized processes, and KPls.
• Ensure that direct reports, customers, and stakeholders understand and follow policies, practices, and procedures.
• Work with Quality to ensure that assembled products meet quality standards and specifications.
• Train new employees on assembly line processes and safety procedures. Maintain skill matrix for all union employees.
• Identify and address production problems, such as bottlenecks or equipment malfunctions.
• Track and analyze production data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Follows, maintains and enforces the production schedule with the union employees.
• Maintain accurate records of production activities, including attendance, output, production schedule, and quality control data.
• Communicate effectively with team members and other departments to ensure smooth workflow and address issues.
• Motivate and guide team members, fostering a positive work environment and encouraging teamwork.

Qualifications & Required Skills:

• At least 3-5 years of experience in a leadership role with direct personnel management.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, influence, and inspire others, particularly a union-represented team.
• Proficient in change management and time management, both personally and when coaching others.
• Strong analytical skills to focus on key aspects of the business and make informed decisions.
• Good communication skills, both written and spoken.
• Excellent communication and written communication to interact with customers, carriers, and internal teams and skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and assembly procedures.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other office applications.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.

Notes:

• The above job description is a general overview of the responsibilities and requirements for the Production Supervisor position and is not exhaustive. The role may evolve as the needs of the business and department change.
• This position will oversee all assembly operations at the Mount Pleasant, Pa. facility for Capacitors and Filters on First Shift. This includes all personnel directly.

The position is based at our Mt. Pleasant plant. Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the

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