Job description
The Production Supervisor
- Intermediate is responsible for managing small work teams in a fast paced, high volume, unionized manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities include
●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, manages absenteeism, trains and builds 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