Manufacturing Superintendent

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionINTRODUCTION TO AM GENERALAM General develops and builds specialized ground vehicle systems that get the US Armed Services and our allies to and from their mission safely. Our innovative spirit delivers advanced, rugged, resilient, and dependable mobility solutions. We are one team dedicated to producing the best products for our customers. We have a collective understanding that at AM General our purpose is to serve those who serve to protect us.We R.I.D.E. with Sgt. Smith!

We are Responsive

We have Integrity

We are Dynamic

We exhibit Excellence PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Supervise multiple manufacturing departments to provide efficient utilization of personnelMaintain quality workmanship and production scheduleEnforce company policies, procedures, and safety rulesProblem solving including identifying root causes, gathering data, and facilitating solutionsMust be able to develop new processes and procedures to promote a lean environmentBackup for supervisors as neededCommunicate with shop Union committee as neededSupport Supervisors in daily operationsPlan for future builds and line ratesManage OME for assigned areaSupport and improve AM General’s Production System (APS)KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLSCollege degree or High School diploma with 7+ years’ experience requiredPrior supervision experience in a union environmentExperience in welding, painting, vehicle repair or assembly is a plusExperience with Lean ManufacturingAbility to utilize process sheets, blueprints, and forecast sheetsMust have good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other basic computer skillsMust have strong written and verbal communication skills along with strong organizational skillsPHYSICAL EFFORT Sight: must be able to regularly read computer screen, reports, and various documents with detail and clarity to accomplish work tasks in a safe and efficient manner, including regular use of adequate close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focusHearing: must be able to regularly hear well enough to communicateHand-Eye Coordination: must be able to regularly coordinate one’s eyes with one’s fingers, wrists, or arms to move, carry, or manipulate objects or to perform other job-related tasksManual Dexterity: must be able to regularly make quick, accurate, skillful, and coordinated movement with hands and arms to grasp, place, move, or use objects such as phone, computer, and other office equipment, tools, or controlsAgility: must be able to regularly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with the body, arms, or legs to perform job tasks, including the ability to move throughout all areas of the facility, Company’s property surrounding facility, or additional work areasClimbing / Kneeling: must be able to occasionally climb, kneel, bend over, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, with balanceLifting: must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds with or without assistancePhysical Strength: must be able to occasionally lift, push, pull, or carry objects using hands, arms, back, abdominal muscles, shoulders, legs, or a combination of these muscle groupsStamina: must be able to occasionally exert oneself physically over long periods of time, including performing repetitive or strenuous tasks as well as standing and sitting for long periodsWORKING CONDITIONSPhysical Location: This position operates between an office and manufacturing plant environment and is often assigned to a specific shift or hours. The Employee must be able to perform job functions in an environment with varying difficult work conditions such as extreme cold, heat, inclement weather, at heights, and/or while exposed to constant/intermittent loud noisesTeamwork: This position will work with others to ensure efficiency in the workplaceListening Skills: This position will need to understand how to use machinery properly and safely to prevent accidents and ensure all tasks are completed accuratelyAbility to follow instructions: Managers assign tasks and responsibilities, which vary; this position should be able to follow instructions competentlyMethodical approach: Production lines follow a set process, so this position needs a methodical approach to ensure all tasks are completed in the correct order for a smooth-running production lineConcentration: This position may perform the same or similar tasks repeatedly, so a strong level of concentration when carrying out these tasks is important for quality control purposes. This role is often fast paced, so being able to maintain focus at all times is importantTRAVEL REQUIREMENTS Up to 25% travel may be required