Manufacturing Supervisor

Pridgeon and Clay•Grand Rapids, MI

About The Position

The Manufacturing Supervisor monitors, plans, and implements production, quality processes, safety objectives, cost savings, waste elimination, and personnel management in accordance with company quality policies. This is a third-shift position, 8:30 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., Monday night through Friday morning. The role oversees daily production and shipping performance, production and quality metrics, staffing, safety, problem-solving, continuous improvement, employee performance, training, and communication across shifts. The supervisor is responsible for ensuring production documentation is accurate and timely, managing supplies and inventory, and supporting the achievement of departmental standards and organizational goals.

Requirements

Diploma or GED.
Experience leading teams in an industrial environment.
Experience with hiring, performance appraisals, and disciplinary processes.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Strong interpersonal, teamwork, organizational, and collaboration skills.
Ability to perform projects with a high degree of detail.
Self-motivation, dependability, confidentiality, and ability to build effective work relationships.
Excellent work record, including attendance.
Own a set of approved calipers and micrometers.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree preferred.
Previous experience in the automotive industry.
Experience problem-solving with 8D and 5 Why methods.
Experience with scheduling and workforce planning, especially when workforce levels fluctuate.
Experience with quality and manufacturing metrics, continuous improvement, and lean manufacturing.

Responsibilities

Monitor daily production to ensure shipping requirements and production rates are met; lead operator communication and facilitate productivity improvements.
Participate in manpower planning and propose solutions to workforce fluctuations.
Communicate and take responsibility for manufacturing metrics, including run time attainment, equipment setup, internal PPM, cost of quality, safety, quality, PPAP timing, delivery, premium freight, past-due orders, inventory control, and Kanban attainment.
Track and control supplies, overtime, scrap, efficiency, and inventory accuracy; manage QRQC and Scrap Market areas.
Ensure reject and rework parts are dispositioned within 24 hours.
Overlap with other shifts daily to support an efficient shift transition and respond to company-phone calls in a timely manner.
Ensure production documentation, including barcode labels and verification sheets, is completed accurately and on time; monitor production perishables and develop lean replenishment methods.
Support quality goals, including PPAP, COQ, FTQ, error-proofing, PPM, and control-plan adherence; conduct weekly line-side and layered audits.
Develop and implement action plans to achieve metrics, lead prescribed problem-solving, and initiate or participate in 8D and 5 Why teams as required.
Promote a safe work environment by reporting hazards, enforcing PPE requirements, taking action on potential safety issues, and ensuring incident reports are submitted promptly and accurately.
Lead and participate in lean initiatives, continuous improvement events, and standardized-work activities.
Schedule, review, and approve team members’ schedules daily in the system; encourage employee suggestions and ideas that improve efficiency and reduce costs.
Set expectations, complete and present annual performance appraisals, provide ongoing feedback, and address performance issues fairly through company disciplinary procedures.
Participate with Human Resources in hiring and termination processes as needed; oversee on-the-job training and ensure required training and documentation are completed.
Contribute to departmental standards and strategic planning; support team communication through stand-ups, shift overlap, and production meetings.
Enter and address employee suggestions through the Bright Ideas Program and notify teammates about technical and training opportunities.
Maintain appropriate attendance and an organized work area; provide timely, accurate information to co-workers and management; treat co-workers with dignity and respect.
Follow company policies and procedures, including ISO, TS16949, and safety regulations, and represent company values and the organization professionally.
Maintain a set of approved calipers and micrometers.

Benefits

Competitive total compensation.
Comprehensive benefit plan, including premium medical and prescription coverage starting at $5.00 per week for employee coverage.
Dental coverage.
Vision coverage.
401(k) with company match.
Tuition reimbursement.
Safe, team-oriented work environment.
Opportunity to participate in continuous improvement and problem-solving events.
Positive work/life balance.
Opportunity for career growth; over 70% of leaders have been promoted from within.