Production Supervisor I

Job Purpose:

The Production Supervisor will coordinate production department activities and special projects.  He/she will supervise team in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities include the following (other duties may be assigned as needed):

• Maintain adherence to all safety guidelines.        Review safety performance and provide corrective actions as appropriate.  
• Ensure customer satisfaction through active promotion of HL Mando Quality Policy.  Assure that department is following established Procedures/Work Instructions/etc.  Assure that all prescribed records and documents are properly completed and maintained.  Review Quality performance and provide corrective actions as appropriate.
• Accomplish 100% on-time delivery through effective daily and weekly production requirements planning.  Work closely with Master Scheduler to ensure proper planning and prioritizing.
• Achieve daily production needs by coordinating resources and prioritizing tasks.  This is to be accomplished with the best utilization of manpower to minimize man-hours per unit and minimize overtime.
• Foster a proper working environment through fair, consistent, and respectful treatment of employees; also guiding and expecting same actions from Team Leader position.  Resolve employee relation issues through effective remediation techniques.  Utilize Human Resources team and/or Manufacturing/Plant Manager to assist in solving unresolved work-related issues.
• Conduct various skills assessments and performance evaluations for assigned employees.  Establish employee goals.
• Develop/strengthen Production team through proper training, coaching, and guidance.
• Train employees on Procedures, Methods, Quality Requirements, Safety, etc.
• Drive 5S and housekeeping activities to achieve and maintain excellence.
• Ensure participation by all team members in continual improvement and cost reduction activities.
• Actively promote Lean Manufacturing and Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Monitor resource availability and needs for Production department.
• Responsible for staff scheduling to include: work assignments/rotations, employee training, employee vacations, overtime assignment, and back-up for absenteeism.
• Manage time and attendance accuracy for Production department.
• Review, report, and assess daily cell performance and other assigned metrics as appropriate.
• Maintain prompt and effective communication to Production group, appropriate support groups and Management.
• Provide leadership to team:
  • Work to develop positive attitude on shop floor.
  • Work to foster a culture of ownership, passion, and a sense of urgency on shop floor.
  • Instill mindset of teamwork and cooperation among team members and other departments.
  • Lead by example.

Qualifications:

• High School graduate.
• Minimum of two years experience in a Manufacturing environment.
• Previous leadership experience (i.e. Team Leader).        Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Able to lift a minimum of 30 pounds regularly.

Technical Competencies:

• Able to read and interpret blueprints and work instructions.
• Basic computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel).
• Strong math skills.
• Proven mechanical ability.

Non-Technical Competencies:

• Strong communication skills (verbal, written, listening)
• Leadership skills (positive “can do” attitude, ability to motivate and influence)
• People/Team development skills (training, coaching, team-building)
• Results-oriented and takes ownership
• Solid judgment (creative, problem-solver, sound decision maker).
• Good planning and organizing skills.

Supervisory Responsibility:

Supervisor has direct supervisory responsibility over assigned Production employees.  In many cases, he/she will utilize the Team Leader position to assist with basic day-to-day operations.