What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Supervisor position at Potter Global Technologies?
Job Details
Description
Join the 125-year legacy of Potter Electric Signal Co. Potter has been a part of the St. Louis community since 1898 and we are very proud of our rich history in the fire and life safety industry. Potter's mission is to be the "Symbol of Protection" for fire and life safety solutions worldwide by combining the latest technology in fire protection with the dedicated manpower for which we have been known for over one hundred years. Our vision is to provide industry leading quality solutions, products and services for the protection of life, property and the environment. With unwavering dedication to our customers, Potter looks to continue as the industry standard in both product and service with increased focus on international expansion.
Each employee at Potter takes great pride in knowing that every product we assemble, service, and sell is for the purpose of saving lives around the world. We strive to provide employment opportunities to those individuals who are performance driven, team players, take pride in their work, and are enthusiastic and passionate about their job.
Potter Global Technologies and our private equity firm, KKR, value our employees and all that they do. KKR offers a unique benefit and opportunity for all employees to participate in an ownership program of Potter Global Technologies. Being a co-owner allows each employee to play a more direct role in the business itself and reap the financial benefits of the Company’s success.
Potter Electric Signal Company is looking for a Day Shift Production Supervisor to oversee the manufacturing operations Monday-Thursday 6am-4:30 pm. There is occasional overtime on Fridays.
Successful Production Supervisor candidates should have at least three years’ experience in manufacturing supervisor role, excellent communication and people skills, strong work ethic and a proven record of servant leadership style.
The Potter brand name and our logo have become synonymous with quality products and service. Our People Vision is to provide employment opportunities to those individuals who are performance driven dedicated to meeting the needs of the business, take pride in their work, team players, and are enthusiastic and passionate about their job.
Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee all activities of our night shift manufacturing operation
- Train, coach and support all associates and team leaders
- Ensure daily safety, quality and production targets are met
- Complete required 5S and safety inspections. Hold team accountable for daily execution
- Plan and prepare daily labor, equipment, material, and training requirements
- Collaborate with receiving, quality and planning to drive aligned priorities
- Analyze, investigate, track and fix manufacturing errors
- Maintain "up to date" knowledge of process and documentation requirements
- Comply with company policies/procedures, documentation, and customer requirements
- Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement
Qualifications
Requirements
- At least 3 years' manufacturing experience at supervisory level
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent leadership and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities
- Focus on continuous process improvement, ability to facilitate change
- Strong knowledge and experience implementing LEAN manufacturing principles
- A "hands on" and servant leadership style
- Forklift certification or willingness to obtain
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Preferred - bachelor’s degree in Business Management or Engineering
Physical Requirements
- Able to reach and bend
- Ability to speak and hear
- Must be able to lift or move up to 50 pounds
Work Environment
- Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Day shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Hazelwood, MO 63042: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $65,000 - $85,000
