Production Supervisor

PSG® is a global pump and dispensing solution expert and leading manufacturer of pumps, systems and related flow-control technology for the safe and efficient transfer of critical and valuable fluids and materials. Headquartered in Oakbrook Terrace, IL, USA, PSG is comprised of several world-class brands, including Abaque™, All-Flo, Almatec®, Blackmer®, Ebsray®, em-tec™, EnviroGear®, Griswold®, Hydro™, Malema™, Mouvex®, Neptune™, Quattroflow™ and Wilden®. PSG products are manufactured on three continents, North America, Europe, and Asia, in state-of-the-art facilities that practice lean manufacturing and are ISO-certified. PSG is part of the Pumps and Process Solutions segment of Dover Corporation. For additional information on PSG, please visit psgdover.com.

We thrive on winning and being number one; and are always looking to add the best and brightest to our talented team of professionals. PSG offers a unique combination of the both small company atmosphere: with an ownership mindset that allows you to make close-to-the-customer decisions; an innovative approach in seeing beyond what is possible today and entrepreneurial spirit in the pursuit of new opportunities; combined with benefits of a large company’s scale, tools, expertise, and financial strength with Dover. Join PSG, a growing global company where your curiosity, hard work and ambition is rewarded with exceptional career opportunities in a friendly & fast paced environment.

PSG is part of the Pumps and Process Solutions segment of the Dover Corporation® (NYSE: DOV). Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of approximately $7 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 60 years, our team of over 23,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervise the production activity within the assigned manufacturing departments to achieve Safety, Quality, and Delivery, Cost, and Productivity objectives on a daily basis.
• Performance Management: Accomplish objectives by communicating job expectations to employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; Hold direct reports accountable for their performance; coaching, counseling, and performance management of employees; initiating, coordinating, and enforcing systems, policies, and procedures.
• Coordinate activities with other departments, including; Engineering, Sales, Customer Care and Supply Chain.
• Participate in the development and implementation of cost reduction and productivity improvement initiatives.
• Facilitate continuous improvement and 6S activities for assigned manufacturing departments.
• Prepare reports and be prepared to discuss with management the status of departmental and/ or individual metrics, workload and current projects.
• Prepare detailed work instructions per ISO standards.
• Schedule the repair and maintenance of manufacturing equipment as required.
• Assist engineering in the development of new products and processes.
• Maintain qualified workforce at the proper level, to meet production schedules.
• Address safety concerns; ensure employees use prescribed safe work methods and utilize proper safety equipment.
• Motivate employees through involvement with group activities, being sensitive to individual needs.
• Interface directly with other departments regarding problems and opportunities, finding methods to enhance quality and timely-efficient production and delivery.
• Assist in setting standards, work methods and processes.
• Train employees and maintain training matrix.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required
• 5 years’ experience supervising employees in a unionized manufacturing environment
• Excellent Supervisory skills; must be able to plan, organize and schedule work among employees; prepare and evaluate department records and reports; communicate effectively with employees, management staff and all other departments, as necessary.
• Experienced facilitator and proven track record of Lean/6S implementation.
• Excellent computer skills, including Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Work Arrangement : Onsite

Salary Range : -

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

This position may be located in: Americas : United States : Michigan : Grand Rapids

Sub Division : Grand Rapids

Job Requisition ID : 48770