Plant Supervisor

Shop SupervisorThe Shop Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the shop floor, ensuring production efficiency, product quality, and workplace safety. This position involves managing a team of operators, technicians, and laborers while coordinating with other departments to meet production goals and customer expectations. The Shop Supervisor will be responsible for maintaining a positive, organized, and productive work environment.Key Responsibilities:Lead, manage, and motivate the shop floor team to ensure optimal performance, high morale, and a collaborative work environment. This includes setting daily production goals and monitoring progress.Coordinate and schedule daily production activities, ensuring the efficient flow of materials, equipment, and personnel. Monitor progress against production timelines and make adjustments as necessary.Ensure all products and processes meet established quality standards. Oversee inspections, identify defects or process issues, and implement corrective actions when necessary.Enforce company safety policies and ensure that all workers comply with safety standards. Promote a culture of safety, provide necessary training, and perform safety audits.Drive 5S activities throughout the plant to improve uptime and created and optimized working environment.Ensure that all equipment is in good working condition and that any maintenance or repairs are promptly addressed to minimize downtime.Provide training to employees on shop floor procedures, safety protocols, and machinery operation. Ensure that team members are cross-trained to handle various tasks and responsibilities.Oversee material handling, inventory control, and ensure that supplies are available to meet production demands. Minimize waste and manage storage efficiently.Track production output, efficiency, and quality metrics. Prepare and present regular reports to management on shop performance and key operational metrics.Identify issues that arise in the production process (e.g., delays, quality issues) and find solutions quickly to keep production on track.Lead continuous improvement initiatives, such as streamlining processes, reducing waste, and increasing production efficiency. Encourage employees to suggest improvements.Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree or technical certification in Manufacturing, Engineering, or related field preferred.Minimum of 3 years of experience in a CNC, manufacturing, or shop floor environment, with at least 1-2 years in a supervisory role.Strong knowledge of shop floor processes, machinery, and equipment.Proven leadership skills and experience managing teams in a fast-paced environment.Ability to read and interpret blueprints, production orders, and technical drawings.Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.Problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions under pressure.Proficiency with production management software or scheduling tools.Familiarity with safety regulations and best practices in manufacturing.Key Performance Metrics (KPIs):Production Efficiency: Target: 90% or higher production efficiency.Measures: Ratio of actual production output to planned production output, accounting for downtime, delays, and machine setup times.On-Time Delivery: Target: 98%+ on-time delivery of orders.Measures: Percentage of orders delivered by the promised deadline versus total orders produced.Quality Assurance: Target: Less than 3% defect rate in production.Measures: Number of defective or reworked products as a percentage of total production output.Safety Performance: Target: Zero recordable safety incidents.Measures: Number of safety incidents, near misses, or OSHA-reportable incidents that occur in the shop per quarter or year.Employee Productivity: Target: 150% average employee productivity.Measures: Output per worker compared to labor hours worked, calculated monthly or quarterly.Downtime & Equipment Availability: Target: Less than 5% unplanned downtime.Measures: Total downtime due to equipment failure, maintenance, or other unplanned factors compared to the total available machine time.Employee Turnover & Retention: Target: Annual employee turnover rate of less than 20%.Measures: The percentage of employees who leave or are replaced during the year.5S Performance Target: Score of 75 or better in 2025Measures: Weekly 5S auditsTraining Completion Target: 100% employee training completion rate.Measures: The percentage of employees who complete required safety, operational, and quality training on time.