Manufacturing Production Supervisor (1st Shift)

Great Dane LLC • Terre Haute, IN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

THE ROLE: Production Supervisor 1st Shift
At Great Dane, we rely on makers and we’re calling on them to join our expanding team, the time has never been better to Embrace Your Great and work in an environment with the highest safety standards in the industry.
The position: The Production Supervisor’s primary function is to direct and manage the trailer production activities of their area (i.e., Axle Department, Combo Start Line, Sidewall line). Ensure the area meets the production schedule and that the trailers produced are consistent with the Engineering drawings provided in the drawing package.

Requirements

• Knowledge and/or skill in all processes that he/ she is responsible for. This includes production techniques and procedures, safety rules and regulations, inspection criteria and methods and plant wide initiatives.
• Ability to effectively instruct, direct, supervise, and lead individuals and teams of people.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and other customer specifications.
• Ability to operate a computer and use basic database, spreadsheet, word-processing and email programs.
• Employee must be able to perform the physical requirements listed in that section of this job description.
• Aptitude to learn and retain new information.
• Ability to organize and manage tasks effectively.
• Must be a self-directed individual with initiative.
• Certification in Emergency First Aid, CPR and Automatic External Defibrillator is required and will be provided by the company after hire.
• Certifications as required to effectively lead and perform his / her job. (i.e., welding certification, paint certification)
• Ability to speak, read and write effectively in English.
• Education: High School/or GED required.
• Team Leader experience.
• Graduate of Team Leader Academy or college degree.
• Annual review must reflect a “Meets Expectations” or above.
• Utilizes Microsoft Office Products.
• Education: Associate degree.
• 2-4 years previous leadership experience.
• Experience in more than one area of the plant.
• Annual review must reflect a “Exceeds Expectations” or above.
• Understands and can use Lean Manufacturing Tools.
• Proficient at Microsoft Office Products.
• Flexibility to work day & night shift.
• Education: College Degree required.
• 5-7 years previous leadership experience.
• Experience in more than three areas of the plant.
• Ability to use & understand statistical tools.
• Achieved additional certification (ASQ etc.).
• Able to coach and train others on Lean Manufacturing Tools.
• Excellent analytical skills; able to collect and analyze data.
• Flexibility to work day & night shift.

Responsibilities

• Ensure individual and employee compliance with all safety rules and requirements.
• Manage and direct the activities of employees to ensure that the production, quality, and safety requirements are consistently met. This includes the following but is not limited to the following activities.
• Defines staffing plan for the week based on production volume, prepares line for successful start of next shift, manages rework/defects/scrap created by his team and implements preventative measures, implements and follows up on Lean Manufacturing activities, performs safety observations, defines and reviews standard work together with ME department, updates team training matrices, and keeps area clean and organized using 5S principles.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; grievance resolution; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Attending weekly safety meeting and communicating the topics discussed in those meetings to the employees in their group, as well as making sure the employees follow the safety guidelines, and discipline employees when they do not.
• Attending weekly “Review Meetings” that consist of comparing the Sales Order information and the Bill of Materials to identify any discrepancies and to make sure a resolution is obtained before the particular job is started on the production floor.
• Coordinate with other Supervisors and the Superintendent to resolve any issues that could prevent the production schedule from being met.
• Work with the Engineering Department to resolve any issues that arrive during the build process that could result in a Quality, Safety, or performance issue with the product being produced.
• Communicate with the Production Manager and the ME/Maintenance Manager to ensure tooling, quality, and safety concerns are addressed while maintaining the production schedule.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Benefits, including but not limited to dental, vision, and medical with employer contributions
• Retirement programs, including a Pension Plan and 401(k) Plan with employer match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees