Production Supervisor

SUMMARY

Full-time position responsible for the daily production activities of the shift, including labor scheduling, production planning, facility and equipment safety, and production quality. Ensures projected performance is reached on all lines including changeover, downtime and quality objectives. Promote company culture, employee engagement and safety through continuous coaching and effective employee relations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This position requires the customary and regular exercise of discretion and independent judgment in the performance of the following essential duties:

· Lead shift’s production efforts, safety practices and operational processes.

· Confer with management daily to review production schedules, labor distribution plans, quality issues, shipping goals and staffing needs to maintain and improve production, quality control and safety standards.

· Reviews and analyzes production, quality control, maintenance, safety and operational reports to determine performance and causes of non-conformity.

· Organize and monitor production to achieve delivery commitments.

· Creates SOP’s, productivity reports and training.

· Develop employees to the "expert level" of their area of responsibility. Cross training of hourly employees to allow more flexibility in scheduling.

· Effectively communicate expectations, daily plan and areas of improvement.

· Responsible for weekly timecard and time-off approvals.

· Provide support for production scheduler and inventory analyst in the event of absence and vacations.

· Ensure consistent and fair administration and enforcement of established Work Rules.

· Coach employees to provide positive and constructive feedback for work performance, adherence to Work Rules and safety.

· Motivate employee participation in department objectives and goals to improve overall operational proficiency.

· Collaborate with HR staff on recruitment, performance reviews and employee counseling.

· Assist Operations Management with supervision of special projects, daily production, plant safety and general plant day to day operations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and supervision of plant production department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies, procedures and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical or Mechatronic) or five+ years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

SKILLS

Language: Effective verbal/written communication is a priority. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Computer: Strong working knowledge in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Experience with AutoCAD and any structural analysis/design programs are extremely helpful but not required.

Reasoning: Ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

Other: Proficient knowledge of business operations is required.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Lean/Six Sigma manufacturing experience, Green Belt preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk and occasionally sit, stoop, climb and bend. The employee is frequently required to use hands, to write, type, handle and grip. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.