Production Supervisor

The Production Supervisor is responsible for managing small work teams in a fast paced, high volume, unionized manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the production plan is met, analyzes issues with other roles, drives and implements continuous improvement activities and sustainability of solutions inside the Zone.
• Ensure a safe workplace, leads the Team to improve Safety in the area and enforces the use of mandated Safety tools and procedures.
• Understand losses during the Shift, use the C-Matrix to coordinate World Class Manufacturing activities and improve Zone performances.
• Proactively analyzes quality KPIs related to the Zone, prioritizes quality issues and properly guides Team Leaders.
• Ensure the right allocation of the people on the line, manage absenteeism, train and build teams.
• Possess knowledge of the broader manufacturing organization and have the ability to mobilize support groups and resources to lead and assist in problem solving activities.
• Actively participate and lead Kaizen project activities centered on Safety, Cost, Quality and Throughput improvements and waste reduction opportunities identified through cost deployment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to work any shift and overtime as required
• Excellent organization, written and oral communication skills
• Have supervisory and manufacturing experience-2 years
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interface with various levels of employees within all areas of the Plant from hourly represented employees to Senior Leadership as required
• Ability to build effective business relationships with plant leadership and customers
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Goal oriented self-starter with ability to lead teams
• Ability to coach/mentor/develop team members
• Must have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Must have a valid driver's license, available to work any shift

Preferred Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field
• 2 or more years of experience in supervision in a high-volume environment.
• Demonstrated ability to coach/mentor/develop team members
• Previous experience working in a union environment
• Experience in continuous improvement systems and lean manufacturing
• Good working knowledge of Google Suite software programs

Manufacturing General Physical Requirements

• Work different shifts and/or work weekends, including overtime.
• Work in hot and/or cold environments
• Work around heavy equipment or manufacturing machinery
• Wear safety equipment such as safety glasses, sleeves, earplugs and steel-toed shoes
• Stand or walk for long periods of time each day
• Frequently bend, stoop, reach and lift up to 40 pounds
• Work in tight or closed in spaces
• Regularly climb ladder/man lift/stairs/crawl under vehicles if necessary
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment