Production Supervisor

Production Supervisor

Reporting to the Plant Superintendent, the Production Supervisor is responsible for managing plans to achieve all Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost KPI's as defined for all production departments. Other assignments and responsibilities are assigned as required.

Provide leadership and teamwork on the operations team to execute production to meet customer satisfaction, company growth and quality product.

1. Ensure that the proper manufacturing organizational structure exists to effectively execute to meet manufacturing objectives and KPI's.
2. Take the lead role in the selection, training and development of the manufacturing team required to meet the stated objectives and drive continuous improvement through operations.
3. Direct the development and communication of Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) and frequently communicate progress in attainment of these KPI's.
4. Provide the job criteria and performance measurements for all leaders within the manufacturing team.
5. Stay abreast of all health and safety and environmental issues that impact the company's manufacturing operations and take appropriate actions to ensure compliance.
6. Provide leadership in the planning and development of agendas for team growth and employee engagement.
7. Effectively interact with other departments cross functionally to ensure on time delivery of quality parts, and successful launch of new products.
8. Ensure that all manufacturing departments are effectively maintained so as to provide a safe working environment and to maintain the value of the company's investment.

Minimum education and experience: Minimum of a High School Diploma, BS degree preferred

• 3-5 years of similar experience in a manufacturing facility

Specific skills and requirements (competencies critical to the incumbent's success):

• Knowledgeable concerning production machinery, manufacturing flow and processes.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written), problem solving and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Structured and organized.
• Solid computer skills. Working knowledge of electronic spreadsheet applications and word processing programs.
• Ability to analyze the manufacturing process to assure safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and overall cost objectives are met.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing processes.

All plant and organization departments

Direct and indirect supervision of more than 50 persons