Manufacturing Supervisor

Position Summary
The Manufacturning Supervisor is responsible for all processes on the Manufacturing floor, most importantly safety, quality and productivity. The position reports to the Director of Operations. The Supervisor will also ensure equipment, machinery, receiving, inventory and personnel are focused on meeting production schedules while focusing in on overall plant costs. Tracks and reports jobs to schedule and standards, investigating differences. Adheres to all Company rules/Procedures and make sure they are being followed. Ensure all employees’ work in a safe environment and follow all safety rules. Automation experience a plus.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Enforce all company procedures / work standards. Make sure team members are producing at company standards and that they are following company procedures. Investigate all variances and respond accordingly.
• Ensure all safety rules are being followed; confirms all accidents are investigated and reported properly.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Make sure all team members are trained to effectively perform their job duties. Develop and train back up team members for key jobs. Assist in building teams and promoting teamwork.
• Provide Customer Service Coordinators with information as needed regarding shipment timing.
• Assist Work Cell Coordinators with first piece inspections.
• Hold a five-minute start up meeting at the beginning of the shift to provide daily direction.
• Confirm team members are logging into Epicor system properly.
• Make necessary adjustments are done to ensure proper data is recorded.
• Check that all operators have the items they need to perform their job duties efficiently. Make sure any paperwork is filled in correctly and turned in to the appropriate places.
• Open communication with all departments concerning shipping dates, quality, manpower, equipment, production needs, environmental issues, and material concerns.
• Monitor and control inventory to ensure materials are available for production and report inventory needs to Materials Team.
• Maintain equipment in good working order / inform maintenance and write out W/O if needed. Inform Director of Operations of any lingering issues or safety concerns from equipment.
• Assist Engineering in the design of standard work processes and report engineering issues that pertain to the production floor and assist in getting them resolved.
• Keep work areas neat and orderly.
• Ensure all work cells 5S and housekeeping requirements are being followed.
• Assist on projects and programs that will eliminate waste.
• KPI implementation when needed.
• Solve problems and work on implementing new ideas and procedures to eliminate waste.
• Give direction and follow up with Work Cell Coordinator to make sure floor is running smoothly.
• Issue disciplinary write-up when necessary (e.g. Attendance, work rule infraction, job performance)
• Verify timecards are accurate in the Time and Attendance system prior to payroll deadline.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, and Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills.
• Ability to motivate team to accomplish objectives.
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office, and ERP systems
• Minimum education / High School / 2-year technical degree preferred / 3 years of Supervisory experience.
• Understanding of all equipment and processes that pertain to manufacturing.
• PLC and Automation Experience

Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary duties and responsibilities.

• Usual warehouse working conditions.
• Daily exposure to shop elements such as noise, dust, fumes, and odors.
• Prolonged periods working on feet, using tools, and performing repetitive actions that entail frequent bending and stooping
• Must be able to lift and move up to 35 pounds, occasionally lift and move objects up to 50lbs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lodi, CA 95240: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Manufacturing (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,000 - $75,000