Area Supervisor

Allison Transmission•Lafayette, IN

16d

About The Position

The area supervisor will be the leader of the associates in your assigned area. You will engage and train your team to continuously improve the Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost goals of the business. Drive action wherever needed to resolve urgent issues. Utilize data to manage the area of responsibility and train all associates to do the same to improve. You are accountable for results and represent the values of the company and of a good leader.

Requirements

Previous experience in the metals industry is preferred.
Knowledge in use of SAP business system.
Competent in use of Microsoft Suite, (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook)
Highly organized with excellent written and verbal communications skills.
Must be available to work flexible hours and weekends.
Experience in a multi-shift operation with emphasis in a union environment is strongly desired.
Engineering experience preferred
Bachelor of Science degree in Logistics, Manufacturing, Operations, Engineering or a related field or equivalent experience that relates to the position.
Minimum 2 years of leadership experience in a fast-paced, manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Lead the associates in your area through coaching, engagement, communication, morale building and teaming. Be the Leader and coach not the boss.
Team with support groups such as EHS, Quality Assurance, Engineering and Planning to escalate and improve urgent issues as well as drive continuous improvement
Measure report and improve Safety, Quality, Delivery and cost within assigned areas and across the whole plant
Provides all subordinates with constant communication, guidance, coaching and support necessary to perform their jobs effectively and accurately.
Works with the Safety Manager to monitor safety compliance and to review and plan for special requirements on incoming jobs.
Uses progressive discipline to correct and manage major violations of company policies, and the Collective Bargaining Agreement (e.g., fighting, sabotage, etc.).
Investigates incidences of, and initiates corrective actions to, improper conduct on the floor or major violations of company policies or the CBA.
Accountable for factory housekeeping and organization by driving 5S deployment across the factory.
Accountable for improving and maintaining visual management across the factory
Responsible for communicating metrics and ensuring understanding and ownership at the production team level.
Responsible for driving continuous improvement in labor efficiency, cost, quality, and factory processes
Prioritize production schedules based on product introduction, equipment efficiency and materials supply
Assure the proper training and of all department personnel

Benefits

Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage
Employer HSA contribution
Dental & Vision Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Short & Long-Term Disability
Other voluntary benefits including: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance
401K with generous Company match & contribution
Accrued Paid Time Off
12 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday
Robust employee wellness program
Tuition assistance program