Production Supervisor

Responsibilities Drives continuous improvement through the leadership and execution of activities originating from Key Process Indicators (KPI’s), directed at accomplishing measurable improvements in safety, quality, delivery, and cost. Ensures staffing and equipment readiness for effective execution of manufacturing schedules. Works closely with Engineering and Maintenance to monitor process performance. Initiates corrective and preventive actions to minimize unplanned downtime or resolve process or material issues. Identifies CI opportunities and leads JDI, Kaizen, and small-to-medium size projects in support of the plant’s CI/VCP goals. Responsible for verification of accurate production reporting (BPC’s & KPI’s). Resolves reporting issues as they arise. Manages, develops, trains, coaches, and evaluates the members of the production team. Coordination of time and attendance system/labor reporting. Daily approval of time and attendance punches including pay codes. Establishes employees work assignments and schedules and makes necessary changes to the employee’s schedule. Ensures associate compliance to company policies and follows through on consistent and fair application of disciplinary action when needed. Other Duties Must adhere to all company and location policies and safety rules. Must be able to work extended hours when required. All other duties as assigned. Qualifications / Experience Associate's degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent work experience. One to three years of supervisory experience preferably in a manufacturing environment. Strong leadership experience with recommendation of Plant Manager may be considered in lieu of supervisory experience. Three to five years of experience in a manufacturing environment. Knowledge and experience with lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma. Good computer skills including Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to organize, manage, and control workflow. Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Chemical Engineering or Paper Science (preferred). Work experience in a mid-to-heavy industrial environment (preferred). OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour safety training or equivalent (preferred). Employment Selection Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, nation of origin, religion, color, gender identity and expression, age, disability, education, opinions, culture, languages spoken, veteran’s status, or any other protected class. We believe that diversity and inclusion is central to this mission and to our impact. #J-18808-Ljbffr