Launch Supervisor

thyssenkrupp Materials NA•Michigan Remote, MI

6d•$60,000 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

To coach and otherwise guide a team of employees to achieve optimum levels of productivity, quality and safety while meeting operational deadlines and budgets. This typically includes recruiting and hiring qualified employees and ensuring that they receive all necessary training and education. Additionally, the supervisor is responsible for maintaining a high performance work environment through appropriate goal setting, operating principles, communication, and fair treatment of all employees. As necessary, the supervisor must take action to correct poor performance and poor behavior that puts the employee or team at risk or impacts the team’s ability to achieve its objectives. This position will be traveling between sites across the US at least 75% of the time.

Requirements

Basic math and reading skills obtained by a high school diploma or equivalent.
Must have basic computer skills.
Interpersonal skills to communicate with plant manager, sales staff, and warehouse personnel.
Demonstrates the ability to understand equipment and tolerances from past experience and successful past performance.
Warehouse experience with forklift, packing and measuring.
This individual must also demonstrate successful leadership and team building skills – even if from an unrelated business or non-business organization.
Ability to travel up to 75%.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of 6S, good housekeeping and safety standards a plus.
Understanding building layouts and being able to implement floor striping and signage based of a CAD design / layout.
Having a working knowledge of CAD and how to operate a plus.
Bachelor's degree preferred.
2-3 years previous supervisory experience in a related field.
Possess the knowledge of metals handled in regard to proper staging, processing, packaging, and shipping.
First aid and CPR training.
Exposure to labor relations, safety programs, ISO standards, lean practices and sale functions.

Responsibilities

Oversee the launch of new products or processes in manufacturing and warehousing, ensuring timelines and objectives are met.
Enforce safety protocols and ensure a safe working environment for all employees, conduction regular safety audits and training.
Conduct training sessions for staff on new equipment, processes, and safety protocols to ensure compliance and efficiency.
Meet all production and distribution objectives and deadlines within the established budget.
Maintain a working list of current projects and statuses.
Responsible for effective record keeping, filing and other administrative duties as required.
Collaborate with engineering and production teams to develop and refine manufacturing processes, ensuring optimal workflow and productivity.
Maintain timely, effective and professional communications with all internal and external customers, contractors and suppliers.
Prepare and present reports on launch progress, challenges, and outcomes to management, offering insights for future projects.