PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR

Description

SMT, Inc. is a leader in sheet metal fabrication and electro-mechanical assembly. We have been in business since 1969 and offer a stable work environment, strong management team, and opportunities for growth. We are seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to join our team on 2nd shift.

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities

Directs daily production to ensure product is produced on-time, according to quality standards and in compliance with both customer and Company requirements.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Directs the lead persons and employees in assigned departments with respect to daily production schedule and resources. 
•  Initiates and monitors procedures to improve efficiency, productivity, and quality in assigned departments. 
• Supervises the daily activities of the production supervisors and engineering department to ensure compliance with Company standards, policies and procedures and to satisfy customer requirements.
• Ensures compliance with cost containment and sales throughput requirements.
• Ensure efficient space utilization within the facility,
• Assists other staff-level managers in planning and implementing facility-wide or cross-department projects or initiatives.
• Develops joint programs with customers including: quick turns, new product development and cost reduction initiatives.
• Trains and develops supervisory personnel in manufacturing operations issues.
• Provides input on capital acquisitions.
• Performs all other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED and two years of technical training (including advanced blueprint reading and advanced shop math) or an equivalent combination of education and experience required. Prefer Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business.
• Requires 3-5 years of prior supervisory experience. Prior experience in a sheet metal facility is preferred.    

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Computer skills including prior experience with personal computers (and accompanying programs), networks and ERP systems. Prior experience with M2M helpful.  
• Basic knowledge of equipment operation in area(s) of responsibility, including preventative maintenance and safety procedures. Ability to use basic quality inspection equipment including calipers and micrometers.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.  

Working Conditions

• Constant exposure to one or more elements typically found in a manufacturing setting such as noise, dust, heat, fumes or dirt, which may not be desirable. In some areas, exposure to hazards may require the use of personal protective equipment.

Decision-Making / Confidentiality

• Moderate level of independent judgement and decision making within Company policies to resolve operational problems and to determine manufacturing processes and procedures.
• Handles confidential data such as employee information, product design information and work center rates

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities that are or will be assigned to this position. An employee holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as assigned by management. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.