Machining Supervisor

Walker Die Casting•Lewisburg, TN

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Machining Supervisor oversees a medium to large group of employees involved in plant production operations. The role uses Lean Manufacturing and Total Productive Maintenance techniques to continually improve operational metrics. It is generally technical in nature and involves making decisions within established standards and practices, using initiative in decision-making. This is a first-level, full-time supervisory position responsible for the daily supervision of an assigned work group of hourly and support employees. Decisions are guided by policies, procedures, and the business plan, with guidance and oversight from a manager or senior supervisors. The work directly affects the daily operations of the assigned group.

Requirements

Associate degree and/or equivalent experience.
0–2 years of prior supervisory experience.
At least 1 year of experience in a manufacturing or logistics environment.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures.
Ability to accurately track inventory levels.
Comfort working in a fast-paced environment.
Oral and written communication skills.
Knowledge of the basic technology used in the assigned area.
Knowledge of scheduling and other management systems.
Analytical ability to solve complex problems.
Interpersonal skills to work effectively with others, motivate employees, and elicit work output.
Knowledge of safety and environmental practices.
Knowledge of quality control procedures.
Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft programs.
Ability to adapt responsibilities to changing business needs.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
3 or more years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or logistics environment.
Experience working in a union environment.

Responsibilities

Meet production cost, schedule, and quality requirements using established manufacturing processes and methods.
Update daily and monthly metrics through data entry and updates to shop-floor performance boards.
Regularly communicate updates on people, quality, cost, responsiveness, and safety to direct management and peers.
Conduct daily handovers with peer supervisors to ensure smooth transitions between shifts.
Facilitate floor operations and remove barriers that prevent employees from meeting measurable objectives.
Manage personnel, materials, and equipment safely and effectively.
Train, coach, and manage employee performance; handle disciplinary matters, timekeeping and payroll, resource management, and overtime management for the assigned area.
Implement and maintain Operational Excellence initiatives.
Comply with labor agreement terms, including managing first-step grievance procedures.
Comply with and implement company policy.
Be willing to work any assigned shift.