Plant Supervisor

Plant Supervisor

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Plant Supervisor
JOB TYPE: Exempt
JOB LOCATION: Millwork

POSITION SUMMARY

The Plant Supervisor oversees manufacturing and assembly operations in the Machining/Mill End work area to meet production schedules while maintaining established company policies, quality standards, and safety practices.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Employee Supervision & Training:

• Schedule and train production personnel to meet production goals.
• Approve and monitor paid time off for direct reports.
• Conduct daily huddles, safety, and production meetings.
• Counsel employees, address suggestions and concerns, and enforce accountability for scrap, quality, production goals, housekeeping, and safety.

Production Oversight:

• Ensure machines function properly and outputs meet specifications.
• Maintain part flow to ensure timely and efficient production.
• Monitor shortages and load factors per loading crew.
• Ensure on-time and complete shipment of orders.
• Maintain accurate records in the ERP system (e.g., inventory, labor).
• Oversee production of QC-approved parts.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns and address issues to minimize downtime.

Safety & Compliance:

• Enforce compliance with company policies and safety guidelines.
• Maintain a safe work environment and uphold quality standards.
• Write injury reports and transport injured employees to the hospital, if necessary.
• Monitor plant fire, weather protection, and alarm systems.

Process Management & Improvement:

• Maintain OTC (On-Time Complete) with minimal backorders.
• Ensure adherence to company policies.
• Collaborate with process engineering on department improvements.
• Maintain organized and clean workstations while following departmental cleanup processes.
• Encourage maximum efficiency and productivity of the workforce.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Exhibit extensive product knowledge.
• Request materials necessary to maintain production.
• Perform other duties as required or directed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Strong leadership, coaching, and performance management skills.
• Effective decision-making, problem-solving, and adaptability.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Extensive knowledge of products, procedures, and manufacturing processes involving wood, vinyl, or metal.
• Familiarity with safety practices and quality standards.
• Proficiency in planning, organization, and ERP systems.
• Strong math skills and ability to work with computerized information systems.
• Excellent people skills, with a focus on employee motivation and accountability.
• English/Spanish Bilingual a plus

EDUCATION

• College education with supervisory/management coursework or equivalent experience in a manufacturing/production environment.
• Training in supervision is required.
• Window and Door experience is a plus.

EXPERIENCE

• 2 years in a leadership role preferred.

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and internal software systems (e.g., AS400, JDE, Citrix, etc.).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Finger dexterity to operate necessary equipment.
• Ability to talk, see, and hear clearly.
• Walking, sitting, bending/stooping, and pushing/pulling as required.
• Minimal unassisted lifting of up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

College education with supervisory/management courses or equivalent experience in manufacturing/production environment. Knowledge of manufacturing processes utilizing wood, vinyl, or metal is essential. Self-starter, problem solver, human relations, communication skills, math, planning skills, and familiarity with computerized information systems are necessary.