Production Supervisor (1st, 2nd and 3rd shift)

Responsibilities

• Monitor line performance and take corrective action to eliminate process problems.
• Assure that schedules are met, resources properly allocated, production interruptions are resolved quickly and effectively while facilitating an overall smooth running production line.
• Plans and coordinates production activities and team objectives providing necessary direction for production team members
• Monitor line throughput, cycle time and scrap on a daily basis
• Work with hourly production and maintenance personnel to assure proper utilization of production equipment
• Promote open communication with specific responsibility toward the production team and its operating personnel concerning goals, performance standards, company policies and procedures
• Maximizes the utilization of manpower through effective cross-training, development and delegation
• Lead Focused Improvement Teams to improve, Quality, Service, Safety and Cost
• Work with team to develop, execute and sustain Operating Procedures
• Lead team in tracking and understanding Key Performance Indicators, Gap Analysis, and Action Oriented activities
• Be a technical resource to operators resolving minor equipment and or production problems
• Responsible for maintaining health and safety of the production line, assuring company policy for health and safety are met.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 8-10 years’ production experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Business Management or Equivalent Experience
• Strong team-based attitude
• Experience in implementing or enhancing teams
• Demonstration experience with cross-functional teams
• Strong communication and team management skills
• Good hands on manufacturing skills
• Demonstrated experience utilizing world class manufacturing techniques such as SPC, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, etc.
• Ability to work independently and be effective in a fast paced environment