Supervisor, Production

Production Department Manager Working under general supervision manage directly or through lead personnel, the activities of the production department to assure quality and that on time production is maintained in accord with established company standards and practices. This role is onsite in Irvine, CA. Legal authorization to work in the US is required. Responsibilities Supervise multi-shift SMT production. Plan and achieve productivity, quality, safety, and cost targets. Coordinate scheduling of prototypes with Production Control, Design, and Manufacturing Engineering. Evaluate personnel requirements based on business and employee needs. Recommend SMT equipment, tooling, and processes to support business objectives. Support prototyping activities of Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and Production Control. Evaluate training requirements and request necessary training. Conduct monthly departmental meetings. Enforce safety regulations and all company policies. Report any equipment that is not in safe operating condition and remove it from use. Maintain a good standard of housekeeping. Strive to continually improve the function and operation of the department. Plan and schedule departmental personnel, equipment, and materials to meet defined quality, delivery, and cost standards. Train and instruct employees in the performance of their work and assigned jobs, and familiarize them with company and departmental policies and procedures. Review SMT production processes and recommend improvements to existing production standards and equipment, including investigating state-of-the-art equipment that could reduce production cost. Contact Engineering and Inspection to determine whether to run jobs. Adhere to and maintain the production schedule. Adhere to quality and safety systems and maintain quality and safety standards. Perform other related duties as required. Requirements Good problem solving, decision-making, time-management and organizational skills. Knowledge of personal computer software and equipment. Knowledgeable of OSHA regulations. Know all functions of the equipment including its capabilities and limitations. Ability to recognize types of materials. CAD designing knowledge and experience. Requirements Bachelor's degree in a related business or technical field or equivalent education and experience. 2+ years manufacturing experience. Evidence of Continued Education and Training. Previous supervisory experience required.