Manufacturing Supervisor - 3rd Shift

IPG•Corona, CA

About The Position

The Manufacturing Supervisor oversees, organizes, and coordinates production efforts to accomplish manufacturing objectives and ensure the safe operation of equipment and processes. The supervisor directs daily production operations, manages production resources and workflow, and works to achieve the shift’s production and quality goals while minimizing lost work hours. The role also coaches and develops employees, supports staffing and performance processes, promotes continuous improvement, leads safety and housekeeping practices, and handles production-related administrative tasks.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
At least 2 years of related experience in a manufacturing environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to motivate and lead teams and resolve conflicts.
Ability to supervise in a fast-paced industrial environment.
Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite and ERP software.

Nice To Haves

Previous leadership experience in a role such as Team Lead or supervisor.
Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt.

Responsibilities

Plan, supervise, and direct daily production operations, anticipating and addressing material shortages, equipment malfunctions, and employee-related situations.
Allocate skills, work hours, materials, and workflow to achieve production and quality objectives.
Exchange timely information with other supervisors about product flow and workforce needs.
Coach, instruct, train, orient, and motivate employees to meet production and quality objectives safely and effectively.
Initiate and manage departmental teams to achieve goals.
Coach and develop hourly employees using the production departments’ hourly certification system.
Participate in selecting and interviewing candidates for hourly positions.
Appraise employee performance, including recommending promotions, transfers, and work assignments.
Introduce cost reductions, work simplifications, and continuous improvements in methods or equipment.
Lead departmental safety and housekeeping practices, remain alert to hazardous conditions, and respond to emergencies as needed.
Educate employees on and enforce company rules, safety requirements, policies, procedures, production expectations, and quality expectations.
Assist Human Resources with disciplinary procedures when necessary.
Lead and participate in company-sponsored training, site projects, and safety programs.
Complete production-related administrative tasks, including approving payroll hours and handling reporting and associated tasks.
Perform related tasks as requested by the supervisor.