Production Supervisor

Production SupervisorThis position is responsible for the safety, the productivity and the quality mindset of the shop floor employees. The position is responsible for assuring their designated team is achieving productivity goals, adhering to company initiatives and culture throughout the shop floor. In this role, a candidate should expect to spend a majority of their time on the shop floor with the shop floor employees. Coaching, mentoring, training and communication are key elements of this job.Responsibilities include:Responsible for communicating to employees, providing a link between what they do and what the business needsTeach lean concepts and actively engage employees to improve speed, quality and reduce costParticipate and champion continuous improvement eventsCoach and guide employees about proper conduct and behaviors in line with company cultureProvide feedback and maintain documentation regarding employee behaviors (good & bad)Ensure cell employees adhere to company policies (e.g. following operating instructions, safety protocols, etc.)Establish and enforce policies (manufacturing, quality, safety)Responsible for employee time and attendanceAudit overtime usage and seek improvements to reduce as necessaryOptimize resource allocations – manpower & equipmentEstablish and sustain a 5S cultureAssure employees have adequate training to achieve quality and productivity requirementsTeam buildingUse problem solving and critical thinking skills to overcome manufacturing obstaclesEncourage problem solving at the operator levelLead and participate in Gemba walksInvestigate safety, quality or productivity issuesCreate and assure that KPI's are being tracked and improvements are soughtManage and communicate resource exceptions (time off / coverage)Produce parts to meet master production schedule requirements – takt timeResponsible to expedite jobs outside of cell/shared resourcesProvide timely commitments on WIP and ensure that all commit dates are on track and met.Responsible for WIP quantities and accuracy.Qualifications:College helpful but not requiredSupervisor experience requiredMS Office, ERP systems helpfulAdditional Information:Leadership skills:Strong communication with subordinates, peers and management.Ability to motivate othersAbility to train and delegate otherEffectively provide feedback to reports and peersBe accountable for the performance of the team's metrics and its members' behaviorsMathematical skills; calculating figures, formulasOrganize, plan and prioritize work in a fast paced, dynamic environmentCritical thinking, decision making, problem solving – analyze information and choose best solutionInformation gatheringMonitoring and reviewing available data (i.e. production performance or quality data) to detect and assess problemsLean or six sigma training or experienceAbility to seek out opportunities independently and offer solutionsMust be comfortable in a manufacturing environmentMust be able to work in an office environment, i.e., sitting for long periods of time; extensive computer work (typing)May be required to lift up to 50 lbs.May require some travel; i.e., car, train, planeWe believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career's website (Careers - Smiths Group plc)