Manufacturing Supervisor

IPG•Everetts, NC

12h

About The Position

The Manufacturing Supervisor supervises, organizes, and coordinates production efforts to accomplish manufacturing objectives and ensure the safe operation of equipment and processes. This first-line operations role plans and directs daily production, develops hourly employees, supports production and quality goals, leads safety and housekeeping practices, and handles production-related administrative work. The position reports to the Operations Manager.

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; anticipate and address material shortages, equipment malfunctions, and employee-related issues to minimize lost work hours and achieve shift production and quality goals.
Use employee skills, work hours, materials, and workflow effectively to meet production and quality objectives.
Share timely information with other supervisors about product flow and workforce needs.
Coach, instruct, train, orient, and motivate employees to achieve 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 employee positions.
Appraise employee performance and recommend promotions, transfers, and work assignments.
Initiate cost reductions, work simplifications, and continuous improvements to methods or equipment.
Lead departmental safety and housekeeping practices, watch for hazardous conditions, and respond to emergencies as needed.
Educate employees about and enforce company rules and regulations, including safety, policies and procedures, production, 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 reporting.
Perform related tasks as requested by the supervisor.