Operations Supervisor - Second Shift

SMS group Inc•Mokena, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

SMS group is an industrial equipment manufacturer for the steel industry. We design, build, and service equipment and steel plants across the globe with a strong technical services/machine shop network in North America. This role directs and coordinates activities of production department(s) in processing materials or manufacturing products in an industrial organization by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.

Requirements

4-year college degree or equivalent experience
2+ years of overall professional experience in management / specific discipline
2+ years in a position of similar complexity, scope, size and impact.
Knowledge and experience in manufacturing gained at successive levels of responsibility in multiple areas of plant/factory/heavy industrial environment(s)
Knowledge of corporate policies and compliance
Demonstrated prior success in achieving results using team driven philosophies
Demonstrated proficiency in supporting corporate interest from remote site locations and ability to communicate and exercise very positive people skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience using GSS is a plus.

Responsibilities

Reviews production orders or schedules to ascertain product data such as types, quantities, and specifications of products and scheduled delivery dates in order to plan department operations.
Prepares operational schedules and coordinates manufacturing activities to ensure production and quality of products meets specifications.
Reviews production and operating reports and resolves operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays.
Inspects machines and equipment to ensure specific operational performance and optimum utilization.
Develops or revises standard operational and working practices and observes workers to ensure compliance with standards.
Resolves worker grievances or submits unsettled grievances to the Operations Manager.
Compiles, stores, and retrieves production data.
Promotes safety initiatives and ensures safety policies are followed at all times.
Offers leadership regarding safety, quality, and productivity, offering guidance and direction to subordinates.
Maintains a strong shop floor presence to ensure policies and procedures are adhered to and serves as the primary point of contact for questions and concerns.
Conducts hazard assessments to identify opportunities for improvement.
Directly supervises 0-25 employees.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.