Production Supervisor, XRay Tubes

Production Supervisor, X-Ray Technology | Night Shift (6 p.m. - 2 a.m.) Job Summary Oversees production value stream from raw materials to shipment. Supervises production employees in a manufacturing and assembly environment: plans and assigns work, recommends / coordinates improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures, and working conditions. Initially, you will train on first shift (6 a.m. - 2 p.m.), then transfer to third shift: 6 p.m. - 2 a.m. Once the shift is fully staffed, the schedule will transition to 10 p.m. - 6 a.m. Essential Functions Makes employment decisions: Screens and hires job applicants and onboards new employees. Ensures effective employee relations: Provides employee coaching and development. Resolves employee issues through problem resolution. Manages safety, quality, productivity, cost and morale to achieve positive results in all areas. Works to continuously improve in all areas. Manages departmental performance measures, including visual controls and provides regular progress reports to manager. Plan, schedule, and coordinate departmental activities to fulfill sales orders, meet inventory requirements, and deliver manufactured products in a timely fashion. Manage the activities of the shop floor and follow established procedures and approved processes. Lead area continuous improvement activities and projects. Participate in business planning. Participate on project teams to implement new products/processes. Other duties as assigned Supervisory Responsibilities Interview, hire, and train employees; plan, assign, and direct work; appraise performance; reward and discipline employees; address complaints and resolve problems; identify individual goals and target; conduct recurring reviews and identify opportunities for individual improvement. Education and Experience Bachelor's degree with engineering or business administration major or two-four years equivalent leadership experience; a minimum of one year's experience in a manufacturing environment. Good organizational and analytical skills; able to motivate and communicate effectively with staff and other departments. Competencies To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies. Read and interpret drawings and specifications. Must be familiar with product construction and application; thorough knowledge of all manufacturing methods, techniques, and related equipment. Must fit in and work well with all types of personalities and temperaments. Manage multiple priorities and easily adapt to changing situations. Strong leadership skills with excellent oral and written communication skills. Understand and effectively discuss engineering method, theory, and concepts; technical specifications; root cause analysis; basic statistics; Six Sigma tools; etc. Understand lean / continuous improvement methodologies (waste reduction, 5S, Kaizen, etc.). Demonstrated ability to identify and drive basic process level improvements. Must be computer literate, particular in shop floor control, production planning, inventory control applications, and MS Office suite. #J-18808-Ljbffr