Production Supervisor

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob purposeManage operators and area assets to execute production plan efficiently.Duties and responsibilitiesLeads production team to meet the daily production needs of the customer and the OTD goal for the site while meeting safety, quality, efficiency, and cost metrics.Prepares and communicates daily work assignments within the assigned area.Ensures that required materials, tooling, fixtures, and parts are available to execute daily production plan.Audit 6s checklists for the assigned area to ensure a safe and clean working environmentAudit TPM checklists for the assigned area to ensure that the equipment is kept in good working condition.Supports the development and execution of cross-training plans to have at least two people able to perform every defined task. Use Manufacturing Documentation to provide training to staff, as needed. Lead efforts to onboard new employees.Identifies product/production problems, review production re-work and rejected part inspection reports. Assist in determining and eliminating causes; works with support departments to minimize rejects and maintain optimum production flow.Conducts operations safely, in compliance with OSHA standards, completes safety inspections and toolbox talks as required.Responsible to act to prevent the process, product, or Quality System nonconformances and to recommend solutions whileestablishing root cause and countermeasures for misses.Ensures individual accountability for meeting product quality standards and production schedule commitmentswhile maintaining accurate area inventory and Kanban levels.Responsible for all day-to-day execution of various aspects of their assigned team including application of company policies, routine working rules and regulations, employee growth, attendance, and safety.May be required to run production to help execute daily production goals or to fill in for absent team members within the assigned area.Identifies staffing and equipment needed to meet production requirements and suggests solutions to fill gaps in the resource plan.Trains, and motivates personnel as required.Performs other duties as assigned or directed.Education and ExperienceStrong manufacturing/operations background with five (5) years of experienceThree (3) years of Supervisory experience in a manufacturing environmentProficient in Lean tools such as Standard Work, SMED and 6SHigh School Diploma Required, Associate PreferredExcellent computer skills requiredExposure to and practical understanding of Lean ManufacturingMust have excellent people skills and strong leadership skillsWorking conditionsExposure to shop elements making conditions less desirable than usually found in an office.Physical requirementsStanding - 8 Hours per day (or more)Walking - 6 to 8 Hours per dayLifting (below shoulder) – 30 to 50 lbs. – frequentlyLifting (above shoulder) – 30 to 50 lbs. - frequentlyPush/Pull – 30 to 50 lbs. – frequentlyStooping/kneeling/bending – 2 hours per day – occasionallyMust be able to communicate and exchange information with other members of the organization verbally, nonverbally, and in writing.OtherManagement reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, if does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.This job description is subject to change at any time.Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.Direct reportsDepartment Employees