Production Supervisor

PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR

Level L1

Plant - Plant 4

Nexteer Automotive has an exciting opportunity in our manufacturing operations area as a Production Supervisor. Our Production Supervisors are highly effective in managing complex situations, and they can drive their teams to production schedule completion. The ideal candidate will effectively manage resources, will be able to interact with multiple departments, be proactive in health and safety processes and procedures, and be knowledgeable in union related issues. A solid understanding of ISO9001 and TS16949 standards and lean manufacturing processes is required. To be successful in this position, the chosen candidate should possess exemplary time management skills, display highly effective communication skills, and possess the ability to motivate and manage employees

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Manage hourly employees to meet established production goals for quality, cost, delivery, safety and morale; make sure process procedures are followed
• Monitor, record, and report production data (production, scrap cost, overtime cost, first runs, etc.)
• Create cross training plans and maintain training records for all hourly team members
• Monitor and maintain time and attendance records daily
• Troubleshoot daily quality, safety and production issues
• Communicate work and needs with other departments and shifts (Maintenance, Engineering, Tooling, and Production Control)
• Supervise 5S conditions/activities
• Monitor inventory to meet shipping requirements
• Communicates frequently with internal and external customers on various issues
• Complies with the terms of the collective bargaining agreement
• Work all shifts Monday through Sunday
• Must work mandatory overtime as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned

The above typical duties are characteristic of this job and demonstrate a level of difficulty and are not intended to list or limit the duties that may be required or assigned to an employee in this classification.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Manufacturing experience in any industry
• Minimum of 1 year of supervisory/leadership experience
• Available to work day, afternoon and evening shifts Monday through Sunday to accommodate production goals.
• Intermediate to advanced experience with computer applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other presentation applications and/or software
• Be able to pass all background checks and pre-employment tests, including any required drug tests
• Be able to maintain the confidentiality of any information s/he encounters
• Strong communication, trouble shooting, administrative and organizational skills
• Must have the right to work in the US without sponsorship
• Physical Requirements:
• Standing
• Walking
• Lifting not more than 40 pounds
• Stooping/Crouching
• Twisting/Bending
• Speaking/Listening

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Bachelor's degree in any field
• Engineering and/or other technical skills

Reasonable accommodations may be made to those who are able to perform the essential duties of the job.

This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorizationDo not apply for this role if you will need immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of Nexteer as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)

Nexteer is an Equal Opportunity Employer Disabled/Minorities/Veterans/Women

Nexteer is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employees to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States.

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About Nexteer

Nexteer Automotive is a global leader in advanced steering and motion control systems, enabling intuitive, safe, and comfortable mobility for drivers around the world. Our innovative product portfolio includes Electric Power Steering (EPS), Steer-by-Wire™, Driveline, and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) technologies that support electrification, software-defined vehicles, and autonomous driving.


With approximately 13,000 employees and operations in more than 20 manufacturing plants and multiple technical centers globally, Nexteer partners with nearly every major global and regional automotive manufacturer.

Employment Agencies

Employment agencies are an important component of our talent acquisition strategy, and we value the partnerships we have built with our preferred vendors. We will not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies for any employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Nexteer Automotive or directly to hiring managers in any form without a signed Nexteer Automotive Agency Agreement on file, and search engagement for that position, will be deemed unsolicited in nature, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired as a result of the referral or through other means. Additionally, any resume submitted without a contract in place will be considered Nexteer Automotive property and no fees will be paid to the agency if the candidate is hired.


Please note, agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by a member of Nexteer's Human Resources team. No other Nexteer employee is authorized to bind Nexteer to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by an agency.