Shift Supervisor - Encapsulation Dept

Shift Supervisor

The Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the activities of production workers on the manufacturing floor. They will ensure that production processes are carried out efficiently, safely, and according to established quality standards. The Production Supervisor will supervise production staff, assign tasks, monitor progress, and implement corrective actions as needed to meet production targets. Additionally, they will be responsible for maintaining a clean and organized work environment, enforcing safety regulations, and fostering a positive work culture. The Production Supervisor will work closely with other departments such as maintenance, quality control, and logistics to coordinate activities and resolve issues. They will also participate in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize production processes and enhance overall operational efficiency.

Job Functions and Duties

1. Supervise and coordinate the activities of production workers on the shop floor.

2. Ensure that production processes are carried out efficiently and according to established standards.

3. Assign tasks to production workers and ensure that they are completed on time.

4. Monitor production schedules and adjust as needed to meet production targets.

5. Train new production workers and provide ongoing guidance and support to existing staff.

6. Enforce safety regulations and ensure that all workers adhere to safety protocols.

7. Maintain a clean and organized work environment to promote efficiency and safety.

8. Conduct regular inspections of equipment and machinery to ensure proper functioning.

9. Troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.

10. Communicate with other departments such as maintenance, quality control, and logistics to coordinate activities and resolve issues.

11. Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with procurement to ensure adequate supply of materials.

12. Implement quality control measures to maintain product quality and consistency.

13. Analyze production data and performance metrics to identify areas for improvement.

14. Implement productivity improvement initiatives to optimize production processes.

15. Address employee concerns and resolve conflicts as they arise.

16. Conduct performance evaluations of production workers and provide feedback for improvement.

17. Participate in meetings with management to provide updates on production activities and performance.

18. Develop and maintain standard operating procedures for production processes.

19. Collaborate with engineering teams to implement process improvements and new technologies.

20. Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.

21. Manage production documentation and record-keeping.

22. Foster a positive work culture that promotes teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Job Requirements

Language: Languages spoken commonly in the workplace are English and Mandarin. Ability to speak effectively and interact with other team members, engineers, leadership and customers.

Experience: 1 year manufacturing experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

Education: High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

Physical Condition: The employee is regularly required to stand for long periods. Duties include turning at the waist, reaching, bending, squatting and lifting up to 50 pounds. Ability to pass static strength requirements (grip) Visual acuity including, but not limited to: a. NEAR ACUITY - Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less. Use this factor when special and minute accuracy is demanded. b. FAR ACUITY - Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more. Use this factor when visual efficiency in terms of far acuity is required in day and night/dark conditions. c. DEPTH PERCEPTION - Three-dimensional vision. Ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as they actually are. d. COLOR VISION - Ability to identify and distinguish colors. e. FIELD OF VISION - Observing an area that can be seen up and down or to right or left while eyes are fixed on a given point. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Safety requirements for this position are safety glasses, hearing protection and steel-toed work boots.

Other Requirements

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS - Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. REASONING ABILITY - Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables. COMPUTER SKILLS - Knowledge of and familiarity manufacturing software. FORKLIFT OPERATION (Certification Required) - Operates forklifts, as needed, to support Production.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities utilized on the job

Professional Knowledge, Skills - 5s, Safety and cost basic knowledge in Encapsulation skilled in production management of each process capable of technology problem analysis, judgment and problem-solving skills knowledge in process technology, quality, equipment operating instructions and control programs Familiar with safety and regulatory rules Organization Ability Coordination Ability Communication skill, Implementation capacity Training Required - TWI Training Yellow Belt Training LPA Training

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Safety requirements for this position are safety glasses and steel-toed work boots.

Key Performance Indicators: 5S, safety, output, qualified production ratio

1st Shift: 6:30am - 3:00pm Must be 18 years of age or older. Fuyao Glass America Inc., Core Foundation Competencies including Ethics, Integrity, Values & Trust. Fuyao Glass America Inc. is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Fuyao Glass America, Inc. is a Drug-Free Workplace.