Production Supervisor

Production SupervisorJoin our team at Terex/Genie and embark on an exciting opportunity as we seek a skilled and dedicated Production Supervisor to contribute to the Operations team. At Terex / Genie we believe in fostering a vibrant and inclusive work culture where every person is empowered to thrive. We're dedicated to driving quality, innovation, embracing diversity, and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We're committed to excellence in everything we do, and we're seeking talented individuals who share our passion and values to join our team.Distinguishing CharacteristicsThe Production Supervisor is the first level of full scope leadership over several small teams responsible for daily output in a defined manufacturing or equivalent setting. To advance to this position, prospective incumbents will demonstrate the ability to perform and lead a small team satisfactorily at all workstations, read blueprints and schematic drawings, plan and sequence production, review team and individual performance, conduct a full range of inspections, identify problems, and instruct new employees.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesReviews production orders to determine types, quantities, variations, specifications, and proposed delivery of products, then schedules and estimates team member hours and materials needed to complete assignments.Plans production operations, establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing products, utilizing knowledge of production processes, machine and plant capability, and human resources requirements.Reviews production reports and resolves operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to continually minimize costs and enhance productivity and quality.Inspects machines to ensure optimal utilization.Interprets blueprints, specifications, and job orders such as engineering change notices to team members, makes and participates in assignments, and conducts inspections of work.Develops measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality. Implements changes in working conditions and use of equipment and tools that improve work flow, efficiency, and team member safety.Coordinates production requirements with material handling and participates in the "just-in-time" philosophy.Trains new team members including work team leaders. Communicates company philosophies and policies, teaches and demonstrates work routines, and documents performance.Maintains records of day-to-day activity including time and materials, process steps, and occurrences.May set up and/or verify settings on production machines.Initiates communications on employee relations matters such as promotions, transfers, attendance, discipline, work conditions, and personal assistance. Resolves team member grievances and problems, facilitating solutions or forwarding situations to higher authority.Conducts review of team leader and team member performance.Oversees and participates in the inspection of materials used in the manufacture Terex AWP products.Enters and retrieves production information onto a computerized data entry screen or a custom-designed form.Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.QualificationsKnowledge and SkillsThe position requires a complete understanding of all assembly and sub-assembly processes in the area of assignment sufficient to organize and integrate several small work teams, train new team members, examine work results, and optimize utilization. Requires a working knowledge of the production planning, inventory control and planning, and production methods. Requires a working knowledge in the usage of automated production machinery, common hand tools, hand held power tools, fabricating equipment, and portable air tools such as a ratchet. Requires sufficient human relations skill to conduct one-on-one training, resolve conflict, and achieve harmony with a large group of team members. Requires sufficient problem-solving skills to troubleshoot situations such as labor and material shortages, plant safety, tool and equipment problems, while maintaining productivity.AbilitiesRequires the ability to perform the various aspects of the job. Requires sufficient reasoning ability to translate plans into production, troubleshoot material and labor problems, and analyze cost, utilization and quality issues. Requires the ability to review performance. Requires the ability to perform arithmetic calculations and read and record detailed measurements, counts, distances, and times. Requires the ability understand and convey safety to others, and employ continuous quality and just-in-time in the assigned teams. Requires the ability to instruct others.Physical AbilitiesRequires ambulatory ability to walk, stand, reach, stoop, bend, and crawl on a continuous basis. Requires the ability to lift, pull, push, and guide medium weight objects (20-40 pounds) on an occasional basis. Requires sufficient hand-arm-eye coordination to guide objects into specific placement or alignment, make intricate connections, and make precise measurements. Requires visual acuity to observe moving objects and events, select, and place materials. Requires auditory ability to project voice in a production environment and hear instructions.Education and ExperienceRequires the completion of a high school curriculum or the equivalent through experience, plus four years of continuous experience working in an automotive servicing or assembly line environment. Additional vocational education may substitute for experience.