Production Coach (Supervisor)

Moog•Blacksburg, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Moog Space and Defense Group is the operating group with the longest heritage at Moog. The ever-evolving markets we serve require innovation and allow for constantly developing career opportunities. Our expansive defense portfolio is aligned with U.S. military priorities and our mission of “equipping those who defend freedom.” We are also “revolutionizing the way to space” by supporting the return of humans to the Moon and NASA's deep space exploration programs. Our team in Space & Defense is looking for a Production Coach (Supervisor) to join them. You will report to the Value Stream Manager or Production Manager and will have an onsite work schedule in Blacksburg, VA.

Requirements

Associate degree and a minimum of 2 years of leadership experience or high school diploma (or equivalent) and 6 years of direct supervision experience.
Manufacturing experience is strongly preferred.
Knowledge of safety protocols and quality control standards.
Excellent communication and team management abilities.

Responsibilities

Ensure the use of safety devices, equipment, personal protective equipment, general housekeeping and is constantly alert for hazardous conditions.
Take action to protect people and equipment in event of an emergency.
Motivate, encourage, and lead employees to work in a structured team atmosphere.
Interview and recommend selection, promotion, status change, award, disciplinary action, and separations.
Lead problem solving activities among members of a cross-functional team.
Lead subordinates and others in analyzing and solving problems utilizing available resources.
Ensure that communication between employees, departments and management is adequate to meet all needs.
Support Root Cause Corrective Action process to effectively and efficiently close audits, documenting corrective and preventive actions.
Monitor and optimize workflow efforts to drive efficiency.
Develop and be accountable for production goals, priorities and product schedules and perform capacity analysis to support company requirements.
Develop, track, and communicate performance metrics for the department, and provide coaching and administrative support for the employees to develop their skills.
Evaluate, provide feedback and coach employee work performance through ongoing dialogue and formal review. This will be through both praise and addressing performance issues.
Coach and develop employees through training and feedback (skills, job knowledge, etc.).
Help develop cost and budget analyses or forecast.
Mesh technical expertise with prior experience to create a Quality Improvement Process to build an environment leading to success for you and the team.
Read, attend training and/or technical seminars to keep abreast of new technical developments and supervisory techniques.
Maintain a working knowledge of manufacturing, practices, techniques, equipment, etc..
Receive guidance from supervision, meet deadlines, follow work rules, safety practices, company and work procedures.

Benefits

great compensation package
annual profit sharing
matching 401k
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Flexible Spending
Health Savings Accounts
Flexible paid time off
holidays
parental leave program
relocation assistance
Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages
Tuition Assistance
mentorship and coaching opportunities
leadership development
other personal growth programs
Inclusive culture rooted in our values
Employee Resource Groups
team-building activities