Production Supervisor

Production Supervisor - 1st Shift Large Valve AssemblyThe Mueller Water Products is headquartered in Atlanta, GA and manufactures valves for water and gas systems, including iron gate, butterfly, tapping, check, plug, and ball valves, as well as dry-barrel and wet-barrel fire hydrants; pipe repair products, such as clamps and couplings used to repair leaks, as well as municipal castings, including manhole covers and street drain grates; and residential and commercial water meter products and systems. It also offers metering, leak detection, pipe condition assessment, and other products and services for the water infrastructure industry, as well as provides installation, replacement, and maintenance services on new and existing valves, fire hydrants, and service lines.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Plan and lead the activities of production processes and personnel on various shifts during the manufacturing/assembly of products.Partner with the Production Manager, Production Planning, and Materials departments to establish production priorities and plans.Direct production operations in accordance with established priorities and sequences for manufacturing products using knowledge of production processes and methods, machine and equipment capabilities and skilled labor.Analyze production schedules to estimate work requirements for completion of job assignments and adjust to meet scheduled requirements.Assist Quality Assurance and Manufacturing Engineering personnel in testing, troubleshooting and modifying processes to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of products.Advise managers and supervisors of production issues and offer suggestions for changes in working conditions, design, test, production procedures, and the use of equipment.Meet or exceed goals established for safety, labor efficiencies, schedule attainment, scrap, rework, and any other production related goals.Initiate, suggest, and implement plans to motivate, empower, and develop workers to achieve work goals in a team environment.Supervise and assist in the set up, operation, troubleshooting and maintenance of various automated machines, assembly equipment and/or machining centers.Conduct performance appraisals and make recommendations for promotions, transfers, discharges, and disciplinary measures.Obtain critically needed products from material as directed, performing any necessary operations / processes to expedite requirements toward production plans.Implement lean techniques and principles such as 5S, standardized work, waste identification and elimination, value stream mapping, team based multi-skilled workforce, one piece flow technology, visual factory concepts, and total productive maintenanceRequired Experience:Three to five years' experience in a union manufacturing facility.Required Skills:Strong Microsoft Office and HRIS skillsA consistent track record for executing performance objectives and delivering results with minimal supervision.Relationship Building SkillsStrong Communicator.Demonstrated leadership attributesAdditional Details:Relocation assistance may be offered for this position.Mueller Company offers an excellent salary and benefits package. Current benefit offerings include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k plan with 5% Company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability benefits, vacation, 100% paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement program, student debt retirement matching, well-being program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-provided life insurance, supplemental insurance at group rates, and more.Mueller Water Products, Inc., as well as its subsidiaries, are equal employment employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression), age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In keeping with its obligations under applicable federal, state, and local law, Mueller will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or interview process, please contact a member of the Human Resources Department.