Supervisor, Production

JOB SUMMARY The Supervisor, Production for Alloy Surfaces Company (ASC) is responsible for the day-to-day planning, scheduling, directing, and leading manufacturing activities within assigned production areas. The Supervisor, Production monitors production activity, identifies process problems, troubleshoots causes, develops solutions, and suggests improvements to improve efficiency or safety. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Provide direct supervision to employees, along with time approvals, objective setting, performance management, conflict resolution, motivating, training and coaching 2. Develop and execute manufacturing plans and standards, which include managing materials, equipment and labor to meet business needs 3. Support continuous improvement initiatives and recommend changes in training, working practices, and processes 4. Coordinate operating activities so that approved products are completed on schedule and within quality standards and cost objectives 5. Ensure compliance with corporate and local government safety, health, and environmental rules, policies, and procedures 6. Share the company vision and demonstrate company values 7. Work closely and effectively with functional teams to ensure customer expectations are met 8. Review production reports and resolve problems to minimize costs and prevent operational delays 9. Develop or recommend standard operating procedures and working practices 10. Contribute to the creation and implementation of best-practice manufacturing vision, strategy, policies, processes, and procedures to aid and improve operational performance 11. Develop staffing plans based on forecasted demand, including the hiring of new employees as well as redeployment of employees through the facility to adjust staffing levels for decreases in demand 12. Facilitate onboarding and training for all new hires in conjunction with Human Resources 13. Develop a working knowledge of the equipment and processes in the production area to be able to make decisions that balance customer, employee, and business needs 14. Manage employee time and attendance by maintaining attendance records and PTO usage 15. Collaborate with leaders on continuous improvement KPIs, assisting with the development of action plans where needed 16. Serve as a change agent in implementing and executing new processes to increase efficiency and on-time delivery OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS 1. Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures, including but not limited to the Code of Conduct, U.S. Code of Ethics and Business Conduct, and the Chemring Operational Framework 2. Ensure the Group ethos of all employees going home safely at the end of their working day is adhered to 3. Promote a high standard of ethical behavior and adherence to the Group's core values, and to promote a culture of honesty and integrity across ASC 4. Comply with government and corporate laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures 5. Special projects and additional duties as assigned SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY 1. Directly supervises assigned production personnel EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION 1. Associate degree in Industrial Technology, Manufacturing, Operations, Engineering, Business, or a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience. May consider years of experience in lieu of degree EXPERIENCE 1. Minimum of five years of progressive manufacturing experience, preferably within the aerospace and defense industry 2. Minimum two years of supervisory experience ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS Must be eligible to obtain and/or maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance commensurate with the level of facility clearance Experience supporting new product introduction and production ramp-up preferred Effective listening, communication (verbal and written), and organizational skills Strong leadership, coaching, nd influencing skills Team player who works productively with a wide range of people Motivated self-starter, comfortable in a fast-paced environment Ability to manage time effectively and adapts quickly to changing priorities Ability to function under stress and interact cordially with co-workers to accomplish common tasks Demonstrated ability to direct and coordinate the activities of others and take decisive action appropriate to the situation and business plan Conflict resolution and relationship management Ability to create and report on key production metrics Knowledge of Microsoft Office