Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

This is a 2nd Shift position, the work schedule is: Monday-Friday, 2pm-10:30pm Eastern Time SUMMARY The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading and directing Team Leaders and associates in one or more departments and ensures that production demands are consistently met. This position is responsible for a broad range of duties including, but not limited to: safety initiatives, departmental development, and continuousimprovement efforts in accordance with quality management principles and overall objectives of the organization. The role promotes a collaborative environment to ensure effective communication and interaction across shifts and departments to achieve business results. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Oversees Team Leaders and staff to ensure daily production demands are consistently met and removes capacity constraints through the coordination and delivery of tools, fixtures, and raw materials. Partners with Production Manager to develop operational budgets; monitors to meet sales forecasts, profit and loss margins. Participates in or leads the creation or improvement of safety standards as a core value of the business. Participates in or leads accident/near miss investigations defining the root cause and establishing corrective/preventive action plans including implementation. Ensures standard work adherence and promotes a customer centric environment where quality is a core value. Maintains daily reports to measure key process indicators (KPI). Reviews data to develop and implement corrective action plans or recovery plans as needed. Participates in recruitment initiatives in accordance to procedures and applicable state/federal requirements. Manages employee performance to establish expectations, monitor, measures contributions and provides employee feedback, coaching, and instruction as required. Understands and applies company policies and procedures to respond to employee inquires. Identifies, supports, and promotes the discovery of opportunities for continuous improvement in productivity, efficiency, quality, and overall employee welfare. Actively supports Pelican’s Quality Objectives and contributes to the Quality Management System. Actively supports and adheres to Pelican’s Safety Guidelines and actively participates and contributes to the Safety Management System as assigned. Follows company policies and practices as outlined in the Employee Handbook and/or applicable employment agreement. Follows safety guidelines and procedures in accordance to the job. Performs additional duties as assigned. JOB REQUIREMENTSQualifications include: Education: 2-year business or technical degree preferred. Minimum of 3 years leadership experience in a manufacturing environment. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, including MS Word, Excel, and Power Point. Must be able to identify and resolve problems in a timely, creative manner. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively and cooperatively with employees, vendors and customers at all levels. Must be driven to maintain and improve upon quality and production standards. Must possess an awareness and understanding of performance against budget. Customer focus and awareness of customer needs. Must maintain a “Hands-on” style, willing and capable of taking a lead role in technical problem-solving efforts. Excellent teamwork and teambuilding skills with proven ability to influence cross-functional teams. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience with TPS, ISO9001:2008, and lean manufacturing. Familiarity with SAP. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Actively supports and complies with Pelican’s objectives, guidelines and commitment to Quality and Safety, with an emphasis on continual improvement. Must have the ability to complete assignments within the timeframe specified by the Manager. Must be flexible regarding working hours. Must be able to work evenings and weekends, with or without advanced notice. Must be able to operate in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously. Ensures that staff is contributing at maximum potential through rigorous hiring practices and an emphasis on training and development initiatives, including coaching and counseling direct reports in their performance and professional development, with final authority for approving pay increases, hiring decisions and disciplinary actions. Emphasizes ethical leadership and decision-making to protect Pelican’s brand and reputation. Establishes challenging, productive and achievable goals for direct reports; measure results by establishing checkpoints to track progress. Must be able to travel, as necessary. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be constantly required to execute standard physical activities within the facility areas (i.e. stand, walk, sit, use hands/fingers). While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be occasionally required to execute non-standard physical activities within the facility areas (i.e. climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch). Ability to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. This position requires repetitive hand/wrist activities.

Salary : $72,000 - $90,000