1st and 2nd Shift Production Supervisor

Job Overview

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop plans and applies resources necessary to meet daily, weekly and monthly production schedules.
• Monitor and implement corrective actions to ensure that quality issues are addressed.
• Communicate plant and corporate goals with department.
• Audit and address housekeeping issues.
• Lead and participate in process improvement projects, root cause problem solving, and Lean principle implementation/sustainment.
• Address and resolve conflicts within department.
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills.
• Develop and audit work standards.
• Ensure policies, procedures and work rules are followed in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Ensure a safe working environment for all employees.
• Other duties as assigned by management

QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are respective to the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be necessary to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelors’ degree in a business or management related field, 2 - 5+ years’ experience in manufacturing environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.  Computer literate in basic Microsoft Office applications.  Experience in Lean or other Continuous Improvement methodologies is a plus.

LEADERSHIP SKILLS

Ability to communicate and provide constructive feedback in a positive nature at all levels of the organization regarding performance and objectives.  Ability to lead, mentor, and delegate by providing management and employees with clear direction.  Ability to take direction from management and display a positive “can-do” attitude, strong work ethic and utilizing strong problem-solving skills.  Work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to work under pressure with changing project priorities.