Production Supervisor

Magna Exteriors JobThe Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets. Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.Job Responsibilities:Responsible for the overall production output in assigned area by ensuring assigned employees are performing their assigned duties.Maintains positive employee relations within department, including follows up on employee concerns / suggestions; resolves conflict situations; interprets and administers employee related policies.Promotes and supports the Open Door PolicyMotivates direct reports to perform their work with a high degree of quality and productivity.Ensures direct reports' compliance with all safety, quality, environmental and BOS policies and procedures. Performs audits as required.Ensures employees receive the necessary training to perform their jobs, keeping them informed of any changes or new requirements.Assists direct reports by coaching and counseling employees as necessary per company policies.Conducts performance appraisals on direct reports in a timely manner.Applies disciplinary actions as necessary. Ensures fair and consistent treatment of employees.Maintains attendance records and approves time sheets. Approves vacation schedules.Provides support to employees in all technical functions of the department.Contributes to a healthy, positive and safe work environmentMaintains an acceptable attendance record.Promotes the maintenance of a clean and safe work area.Maintains and completes all appropriate production reporting and documentation of activities as required.Conducts department meetings and ensures documentation is recorded and maintained.Complete daily EOS reports and document communications for next shift.Review equipment readiness, material supply conditions and other assigned activities at end of shift.Leads and / or assists Task Forces, Launch Teams and Safety and Quality 8D Teams.Implements lateral moves, postings, layoffs and recalls in department as needed.Submits and implements cost reduction ideas and innovations and encourages direct reports to participate as well.Completes maintenance work orders and purchase orders.Writes department procedures.Any other duties as assigned.Supervises: Technicians (various levels), Forklift Operators, Material Handlers, General Production Workers, etc.Skills/Experience RequiredRequired: 2 – 5 years' experience in a manufacturing environment.Preferred: 2 years' experience in a related manufacturing process. Previous Supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.Excellent interpersonal, leadership and communication skills (verbal and written).Must have good problem solving skills and planning and scheduling ability.Willingness to work weekends and overtime on short notice, or alternate shifts as required.Must have good math skills. Must have good computer skills.Must have the ability to maintain strict confidentiality.Must be able to make decisions in a timely manner. Must remain calm in fast-paced/quickly changing environment.Must have the ability to make group presentations.Educational RequirementsRequired: High School diploma or GEDPreferred: Associates degreePhysical RequirementsMust be able to at least meet the physical demands as defined by the current production requirements and the job function evaluation. See job function evaluation in the Occupational Nurse's office for more details.Manufacturing environment using normal PPE and safety precautions. Spends some time in an office environment.Salary and BenefitsPay Rate Range: $70,000-75,000.Customizable Insurance Plans starting at 30 days.Medical/Dental - Blue Cross Blue Shield. Three different plans.Dental - Delta Dental - Two different plans.Vision - VSP - Two different plans.401k and matching at 6 months.Paid Parental Leave.FSA/HSA.Company Paid Life Insurance.Free Employee and Family Assistance Programs (EFAP)Paid Time Off.13 Paid Holidays.On-site fitness center and off-site fitness reimbursement.Magna Family Scholarship.Tuition Reimbursement.Service Award Programs.Disaster Assistance Program.Profit Participation Program after 2 years.