Manufacturing & Production Supervisor

Xylem•Little Rock, AR

1d•$70,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing & Production Supervisor manages departmental production operations and personnel to ensure daily objectives and customer requirements are consistently met. The role oversees production activities, maintains efficient workflow, and supports a safe, compliant work environment. The supervisor manages a manufacturing value stream and works to achieve production demands, efficiency goals, and on-time delivery targets. The position operates in both a climate-controlled office and a manufacturing plant setting. Physical requirements may include occasional lifting of up to 35 pounds and prolonged exposure to indoor and outdoor environments. The role works in first- or second-shift operations at 30 Globe Avenue, Texarkana, Arkansas 71854. Xylem does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Requirements

High school diploma, associate degree, bachelor’s degree, or equivalent applicable work experience.
Analytical ability sufficient to handle issues associated with supervision.
Interpersonal skills to address employee issues and concerns.
Knowledge of organizational policies, procedures, and operations.
Working knowledge of a collective bargaining agreement.
Ability to handle confidential information and project assignments.
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

An associate degree or bachelor’s degree is desired.

Responsibilities

Supervise employees within the assigned area to meet daily production demands efficiently.
Evaluate employees’ productivity, attitude, and initiative.
Enforce company policies and take disciplinary action fairly and equitably when required.
Maintain individual and departmental efficiency and utilization goals.
Meet production schedules to maintain a minimum 97% on-time delivery level.
Maintain safety and environmental standards.
Communicate with all levels of management and provide production-demand data as needed.
Maintain accurate attendance information for employees under supervision.
Ensure employees receive appropriate machine operation, health, and safety training.
Adhere to all applicable articles and sections of the collective bargaining agreement with the USW.
Maintain a clean and orderly production area.
Participate in training activities, on site and off site.
Participate in Xylem Watermark volunteer activities.