Production Supervisor - Assembly

Job Description

Under the guidance of the VP of Operations, this role oversees all manufacturing activities within the assigned department(s). Responsible for maintaining quality, meeting production goals, and providing a safe work environment.  Ensures operation of the department within established lean principles and budget.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Possess the ability to drive efficiency within cell teams, understand labor rates & costs, and have proven experience to increase efficiency.
• Leads teams by implementing repeatable processes through work instructions, standard work, & best practices.  
• Cross train associates providing a flexible workforce while still maintaining standards.
• Manages the daily tasks associated with labor management, labor entry, attendance tracking, and personnel issues.
• Trains and ensures employees follow root cause problem solving to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC).
• Directs safety programs/trainings to protect employees against harm and maintain safe working conditions. 
• Provides training, guidance, and timely feedback through day-to-day feedback and periodic performance appraisals.
• Observes team members using equipment to verify that equipment is being operated and maintained according to quality assurance standards.
• Maintains 5S principles and lean daily charting on SQDC.
• Works with Supply Chain department to implement production plans. 
• Responsible for plan execution to meet department and plant objectives for SQDC.
• Responsible for production quality control. Adjust as necessary during shift to produce product within specifications. 
• Participate, provide updates, and typically run S&OP
• May perform other duties as required and/or assigned.

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, physical demands, and/or ability required for this position to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1-3 years of employee supervisory experience 
• 1-3 years of knowledge related to performance appraisals, disciplinary reviews, and monitoring labor to standards.
• Proficient in accessing, reading, and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Proficient in the use of ERP systems, Excel/Word/Outlook.
• Knowledge of the manufacturing processes, procedures, and machinery. 
• Manual dexterity is required for using various tools and operating machinery.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills 
• Preferred: An associate degree in business, manufacturing, industrial supervision, or related area
• Preferred: Knowledge of process improvement techniques
• Preferred: Knowledge of health and safety standards and compliance 
• Preferred: Lean Manufacturing experience

Physical Demands & Working Environment:

• Exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• Manual ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to maintain flexibility with 6:00 OR 7:00 am start times and covering weekend hours.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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