Manufacturing Supervisor- Day Shift

Volm Companies•Antigo, WI

7d•$58,698 - $67,496•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Supervisor C is responsible for overseeing and coordinating day-to-day operations for their assigned work area. The Supervisor supports the Department Manager in monitoring and managing employee activity and performance, providing coaching and counseling as needed. The Supervisor ensures safety and quality standards are met, resources are properly allocated, and schedules and production timelines are maintained. The Supervisor will lead their production team in a manner consistent with company policy as well as federal and state regulations to ensure organizational objectives are met.

Requirements

Ability to communicate in both the written and spoken language of English to a level that will allow the safe and effective performance of the job
Commitment to following and promoting safe work habits (compliance with all Safety/AIB policies and procedures)
Ability to successfully manage multiple projects and deadlines
Capacity to effectively lead a team and comply with employment laws and regulations
Ability to effectively work with ERP system, spreadsheets, word processing documents, and other applicable computer systems and software
Strong critical thinking, troubleshooting, and analytical skills
Capacity to calculate, analyze, and track figures and make competent decisions based on those figures
Strong verbal, written, and group-presentation communication skills
Communication, teamwork, and customer service skills are critical as Supervisors are expected to work directly and indirectly with all levels of employees, customers, and outside vendors
Consistently demonstrate a high level of responsibility and accountability
Minimum of one year of experience supervising two or more people and multiple teams that includes hiring, firing, conducting disciplinary reviews, and coaching employees
Minimum of two years of experience working in manufacturing environment that includes knowledge of processes, equipment, parts, systems, and machinery used in the production of flexible packaging is preferred
Consistent walking, talking, sitting, standing, repetitive motions, movements requiring fine motors skills and visual acuity
Occasional climbing, kneeling, crouching, pulling, pushing, grasping, reaching, stooping, lifting (up to 50 pounds)
Safety glasses, steel/composite toed shoes, and hearing protection when working on production floor
Sufficient noise regularly requires employee to shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level
Employee will be regularly exposed to a variety of physical conditions such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, stored potential energy, and working at heights of 4 or more feet
Employee may be exposed to conditions that affect the respiratory system or skin such as fumes, odors, dust mists, gases, limited ventilation, oils, chemicals, cutting fluids, etc.
The ability to drive a company owned/leased vehicle or personal vehicle on behalf of the company may be required.
Possess and maintain a valid driver license and be a minimum of 21 years of age.
Maintain an acceptable driving record, as evidenced by completion of a baseline motor vehicle record check and ongoing monitoring.
When driving a personal vehicle on behalf of the company, must provide a copy of the declaration page from personal auto insurance that shows the policy dates and minimum coverage amounts ($300,000 bodily injury per accident/$100,000 property damage per accident or if driving less than 5 hours/200 miles a year $50,000 bodily injury per accident/$10,000 property damage per accident or the state minimum, whichever is more). This requirement is initially and then annually thereafter.

Nice To Haves

supervisory experience in manufacturing environment is preferred
knowledge of processes, equipment, parts, systems, and machinery used in the production of flexible packaging is preferred

Responsibilities

Work with Department Manager to apply policies and procedures regarding performance, quality standards, safety, personnel management, etc.
Develop personnel through use of hiring, training, performance management, coaching, disciplinary actions, terminations, and similar personnel management activities
Coach and support team members in achieving department goals
Support the Safety-First culture of Volm Companies and be a role model for safe working habits by setting clear safety expectations and supporting Company safety initiatives and policies
Communicate safety topics and protocols to team daily, ensuring compliance, celebrating wins, and helping with any maintenance needs that can be done by non-maintenance personnel
Develop technical competence and understanding of customer product requirements and manufacturing processes in order to support team members in meeting quality and productivity objectives
Work with the Department Manager to develop and implement processes, initiatives, and strategies designed to improve departmental safety, quality, engagement, efficiency, and waste
Work with the Department Manager to establish and communicate production standards that align with Company performance expectations
Provide regular production metrics and efficiency reports to Department Manager and production team
Assist Department Manager in identifying areas for process and procedure improvement and develop action plan for improvement
Support sales team by responding to order inquiries and discrepancies in a timely manner
Perform required administrative tasks such as timekeeping, performance, and production documentation