Operations Supervisor

Ducommun•Parsons, KS

18d•Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Supervisor directs and coordinates day-to-day production activities to achieve efficient operations, meet customer expectations, and maximize profits. The role leads and supervises workers in assigned areas and is a key member of the production staff. It helps maintain a safe work environment, addresses work problems, coordinates production with other supervisors and managers, and collaborates with quality assurance and engineering on production issues. The supervisor also supports employee development, maintains personnel and attendance records, and recommends improvements to production methods, equipment performance, and product quality. The position includes setting up machines and equipment, issuing instructions, maintaining workplace harmony, completing annual personnel reviews, and requisitioning departmental supplies. The supervisor is responsible for proper handling and management of hazardous waste generated in the work area, and must know relevant hazardous-waste locations and emergency procedures, including the ability to shut down operations. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Good verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain information and answer questions clearly in person, by phone, one-to-one, and in group settings.
Self-motivated and able to work with little supervision, meet deadlines, and manage numerous projects.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with integrated ERP systems.
Ability to read, understand, and interpret blueprints and mylars.
Ability to read and understand internal procedures and policies.
Ability to lead people constructively, productively, and fairly.
Ability to drive root-cause analysis and learn from mistakes.
Ability to operate a forklift.
Ability to operate an overhead crane and/or hoist.
Ability to use measuring instruments, including calipers, height gauges, and scales.
Ability to maintain confidential information.
Team-oriented approach and a continuous-improvement outlook.
Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; six months to one year of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of 2 years of manufacturing experience.
Overtime and weekend work as needed to support manufacturing.

Nice To Haves

1–2 years of supervisory experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
Experience with quality systems.
Knowledge of aerospace company specifications and practices.
Supervisory experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of geometry and trigonometry.

Responsibilities

Lead, supervise, and direct workers in assigned production areas.
Coordinate day-to-day production activities to improve efficiency, meet customer expectations, and maximize profits.
Help ensure a safe working environment.
Analyze and resolve work problems or assist workers in resolving them.
Coordinate activities with other supervisors, managers, and leads.
Consult with quality assurance and engineering about specific production issues.
Attend scheduled meetings.
Perform the activities of supervised workers.
Set up machines and equipment.
Issue written and oral instructions.
Maintain harmony among workers and resolve concerns.
Communicate and document potential personnel issues in a timely manner.
Complete annual personnel reviews.
Maintain time and attendance records in a computer database.
Support company values, key actions, initiatives, and team learning and development.
Recommend improvements to production methods, equipment performance, and product quality.
Standardize procedures and suggest equipment-use changes to improve efficiency.
Know procedures for hazardous-waste releases, fires, or explosions, and know the characteristics and locations of hazardous waste in the facility.
Shut down operations when necessary.
Requisition and maintain departmental supplies as needed.
Properly handle and manage hazardous waste generated in the work area.
Perform other duties and assignments as directed.