Manufacturing Supervisor

Superior Essex•Fort Wayne, IN

About The Position

Under the direction of the Manufacturing Manager, the Manufacturing Supervisor prevents waste and inefficiencies in production processes and ensures the production workforce follows plant personnel and production standards. This is a hands-on supervisory position that supports the Manufacturing Manager, directly supervises employees, and works with manufacturing service groups. The Supervisor helps maintain quality, throughput, safety, and production efficiency; provides employee training and coaching; monitors performance and work-area goals; and supports timely customer shipments. The role also includes other job-related tasks and assignments as requested.

Requirements

Two years of direct supervision experience in a manufacturing position.
Ability to manage and treat people fairly and consistently.
Proficiency with computer operations and programs such as Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel), Access, or other data-tracking systems.
Familiarity with health and safety regulations.
Analytical thinking and interpersonal skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and creatively.
Ability to communicate clearly and informatively with management and staff.
Strong decision-making, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work in a non-environmentally controlled facility, including hot conditions in summer.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Ability to walk approximately 8,000 steps per day.

Nice To Haves

Union experience is helpful.
ISO 9001 or IATF experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Prevent waste and inefficiencies in production processes and ensure production employees follow plant personnel and production standards.
Assist the Manufacturing Manager, directly supervise employees, and work with manufacturing service groups.
Assist with the Quality Management System (QMS).
Work with management to develop process standards that optimize throughput and quality.
Work with the Quality Manager to identify likely root causes of off-standard incidents and implement corrective actions.
Use Lean Six Sigma problem-solving methods and statistical tools to make improvements.
Manage process changes.
Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient work environment by following 5S principles.
Allocate resources to minimize downtime and complete scheduled activities.
Oversee safety practices in accordance with safe operations and company policies.
Train, guide, and coach employees consistently and constructively.
Communicate shift activities and changes to equipment, processes, and materials to personnel.
Monitor manufacturing through GEMBA walks and performance boards to ensure production efficiency and quality.
Review work-area goals during GEMBA walks, identify root causes when goals are missed, and report findings.
Monitor product shipments and review internal material work orders to support on-time delivery to customers.
Address employee conduct or performance problems consistently with human resources policies, consulting Human Resources as needed.
Complete other specially assigned tasks, projects, and job-related duties as requested.