Production Supervisor

Production SupervisorLocation: Traverse City, MI, US, 49686 Country/Region: United States Job Function: Manufacturing Employment Type: SalaryLear Traverse City is looking for a Supervisor with experience in the automotive industry supporting a progressive die and injection molding manufacturing plant. The Supervisor position will report directly to the Operations Manager.ResponsibilitiesSupervising shop employees in a manufacturing - progressive tool and die terminal stamping and injection mold environment.Planning and assigning work, implementing policies and procedures and recommending improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures and working conditionsEnsuring effective employee relationsProviding employee coaching and developmentResolving employee issues through problem resolutionBalancing quality, productivity, cost, safety and morale to achieve positive results in all areasWorking to continuously improve in all areasManaging departmental performance measures, including visual control and providing regular progress reports to managerProviding leadership, participating in LEAN events, performing accident investigations, maintaining proper inventory levels, and managing department prioritiesQualificationsStrong ability to use independent judgment in determining methods and processesKnowledge of manufacturing processes, work methods, and production flowDrive 5S, Lean, and improvement activities to maintain effectiveness, organization, and cleanliness of production floorAbility to use database and MS Office products requiredConduct risk assessments of processes and tasks in the departmentStrong skills in oral and written communicationComply with and lead improvements to Environment, Health, and Safety {EH&S} rules and proceduresPrior manufacturing supervision experience preferred in a progressive die shop and injection molding environmentBonus If You Have 3-5 years of production supervision preferred Associates or Bachelor degree preferred Equal Opportunity Employer Lear Corporation is committed to fair, merit?based employment practices and equal opportunity. We provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law. For assistance during the application process, contact your recruiter directly. Applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located. Unsolicited resumes from search firms, employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and will become the property of Lear Corporation.