Production Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

Schedule, coordinate and supervise the melt shop in order to meet production requirements and objectives on a shift. The Production Supervisor reports to the Production Manager.

Reporting to the Production Supervisor are the team leaders, maintenance mechanics/electricians and an hourly staff consisting of various production jobs. The incumbent is responsible for the supervision and direction of middle foundry. They are also responsible for maintenance of equipment.

Responsible for 10-18 headcount.

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. Schedule, coordinate and supervise the melt shop operations on a shift in order to meet production requirements and objectives.
2. Supervise and coordinate manpower requirements.
3. Schedule and direct the repair of equipment.
4. Select, train, and motivate a competent work force to assure an efficient, cost-effective operation.
5. Maintain safety and good housekeeping standards.
6. Participate in complaint resolution of grievances at the first step to promote good working relationships with employees and fair and equitable solutions for the Company.
7. Perform other duties as required.

JOB KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

1. 3-5 years of experience supervising in a manufacturing environment.
2. Experience with Non Destructive Testing, tooling, Quality Control (including SPC), Safety, maintenance, capital project management.
3. Excellent communication, leadership and organizational skills.

KEY CHALLENGES

Major interactions include: Office personnel in customer shipping specifications, shipping schedule, recordkeeping and inventory; Quality Manager interface to ensure adherence to AAR and Griffin quality standards and/or specification; Operations Manager, Human Resources Manager, and Safety Manager regarding disciplines, attendance, grievances; Equipment Manager on TPM matters; Material Manager and storeroom personnel in ordering needed supplies; Human Resources Manager regarding discipline, grievances, safety, etc.; vendors regarding the usage of their products; AAR inspectors and customers reviewing the plant operations; Manager, Quality Assurance/Supervisor, Non-Destructive Testing System for guidance in problem area.

WORK CONDITIONS

• Moderate physical effort
• Unfavorable environment
• Moderate hazards

OTHER INFORMATION

The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility. It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.

Amsted Rail Company is an equal opportunity employer. Amsted Rail Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Amsted Rail complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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