CNC Production Supervisor

The CNC Production Supervisor will direct manufacturing operations through a team of functional leads. Oversee staffing and training, scheduling, and preventive maintenance for expanding volume producer of high-quality sporting firearms. Monitor and evaluate workflow and collaborate/coordinate with Planning, Manufacturing, Lean and Process engineering to develop and implement process improvements and deploy advanced technologies to improve safety, quality, delivery (OEE improvements) and cost (conversion and material costs). ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Prepare goal deployment plan to meet annual op targets (Budget, S, Q, D, C, etc.) and maintain emergency backup plans. Meet production volume and quality requirements monthly. Work with Manufacturing CNC Manager for proposed headcount needs and provide leadership for problem resolution to facilitate strong working relationships. Develop capabilities of personnel within CNC machining. Balance work cell capacity/loading. Ensure compliance with Company standards for cost control, waste reduction, quality, and on-time delivery at the lowest possible cost. Collaborates with continuous improvement to identify and eliminate variation leading to scrap or rework. Collaborate with manufacturing engineering to identify, communicate, and drive implementation of capital improvements including creating an optimal workflow from beginning to end of the process through different plants. Manage policy deployment in the areas of Lean Manufacturing techniques, Training & Work Standards, cost reduction, EH&S, employee relations, and plant performance measures/metrics. Maintain facilities and production assets in optimum condition (TPM) Provide leadership for employee relations through effective communications, coaching, training, and development. Detail and implement long term direct reports/organization plan to increase overall department responsiveness. Perform other related duties as assigned. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Daily supervision of CNC team leads and operators. QUALIFICATIONS (Preferred) Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing techniques. Modern metal cutting, finishing and assembly techniques. A demonstrated ability to lead people and achieve results through others. Ability to think ahead and plan over a 3-6-month time span. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Excellent project and program management skills. Quality orientation. Computer proficient. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Required: Associates/Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, CNC technical training, or equivalent experience. Minimum 5 years related leadership and management experience in a high-volume precision discrete parts CNC mfg. environment. Preferred: Quality background in CNC manufactured components. Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma training OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES Attendance is an essential job requirement defined as having regular, consistent, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance including the ability to work regular hours and shifts, overtime before and after shifts and on weekends. Ability to work as part of a team, including all related departments/plants or independently as required to achieve internal and external customer satisfaction. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. While performing the duties of the job the employee works in a manufacturing environment and may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit and use hands to touch, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision and ability to adjust focus. WORK AUTHORIZATION This position requires compliance with the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). Must be a "U.S. Person" as defined by all pertinent regulations and are required to show proof substantiating this upon being hired. OTHER DUTIES Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Activities, duties and/or responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice at the sole discretion of the Company. #J-18808-Ljbffr