Production Supervisor

Production Supervisor As a member of the Operations team, the Process Improvement Coach will be responsible for leading process improvement activities, driving OIP/cost saving projects utilizing lean methods. Implement and document standardized processes & streamline standard work instructions. Coaching and coordinating activities of hourly employees for various departments as assigned. Interprets specifications, blueprints, and job orders to workers. Assign duties and take appropriate action and to effectively communicate where necessary and observations which may impact Lear's ability to manufacture a quality product and to achieve an on-time delivery. Assist lead continuous improvement efforts and work across all departments to formulate and execution of process improvement projects. Your work will include, but not be limited to: Directly supervising hourly employees for various departments. Fulfilling supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies 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. Inspecting products to verify conformance to specifications and directing setup and adjustment of machines. Interpreting company policies to workers and enforcing safety regulations. Establishing or adjusting work procedures to meet production schedules. Recommending measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product. Suggesting changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of shop, department, or work crew. Analyzing and resolving work problems or assisting worker in solving work problems. Initiating or suggesting plans to motivate workers to achieve work goals. Maintaining attendance, time, and production records. Identifying and recording any problems related to the product, process, and quality system. Initiating, recommending or providing solutions through designated channels. Controlling further processing, delivery, or installation of nonconforming product until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected. Being knowledgeable of the plant safety rules and ensuring all employees perform their duties in compliance with the rules and regulations. Taking every reasonable precaution for the protection of the employees. Holding employees accountable for their health and safety responsibilities. Consistently and fairly enforcing the safety rules and safe work procedures. Providing continuous on the job instruction in safe work procedures and instructing employees in the use and care of personal protective equipment. Responding to safety concerns and ensuring hazards are corrected as soon as possible. Performing accident investigations to identify the root cause in the required time-period and track corrective actions to completion. Ensuring the TPA receives all Fast-Fax forms following an accident within 48 hours and the Health and Safety contact person is notified. Encouraging and actively supporting employee involvement in the health and safety program. Your qualifications must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily & demonstrate commitment to continuous improvement initiatives. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to work well in teams. Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Excellent organizational and computer skills, ability to maintain positive employment relationships and in delivering results & maintain a prominent level of integrity.