Production & Lean Manufacturing Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company • Simsbury, CT

1d • $80,000 - $100,000

About The Position

The Production Supervisor-Second Shift is responsible for personnel and Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost results in the Linear Department while leading and implementing continuous improvement initiatives during second-shift operations of the Linear & FCDCA cell. The role coordinates with Product Engineers, the Production Planner, the Assembly Production Supervisor, and the LTS Production Manager to ensure tasks and milestones are executed.

The supervisor leads safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance; supports manufacturing problem solving and corrective actions across shifts; implements Lean methods and continuous improvement; and trains and mentors assigned personnel. The role also supports production tracking, timekeeping, inventory accuracy, and collaboration with production personnel.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of project, manufacturing, or related engineering experience.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with demonstrated ability to lead programs or projects.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and solve problems.
• Established project management skills, including the ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
• Understanding of continuous improvement and Lean Manufacturing practices, and in-depth understanding of ERP/MRP planning systems.
• Excellent verbal and presentation skills suitable for interacting with production teams and multiple levels of management.
• Strong skills with MS Windows applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with and ability to work in MS Project.

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor's degree in an engineering or business discipline is strongly preferred.
• Education or experience in Design for Manufacturing methods and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of all Linear Department personnel and immediately address safety concerns.
• Ensure the quality of products built in the Linear Department and reprioritize work when products are placed on hold for quality review or disposition.
• Achieve delivery and cost goals while ensuring adherence to standard work and manufacturing instructions.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts, including developing standard work, balancing operator loading, conducting time studies, and implementing 6S initiatives.
• Lead manufacturing problem-solving efforts, investigate process failures, and implement corrective actions in support of all shifts.
• Implement Lean methodologies, including point-of-use tooling, material presentation, waste elimination, and process improvements.
• Train and mentor assigned personnel on EBOS, ISO procedures, manufacturing documentation, and continuous improvement.
• Support the Linear Transfer Systems team by tracking production results and identifying and implementing performance-improvement countermeasures.
• Ensure accurate time-clock reporting for assigned personnel and approve timecards.
• Ensure inventory accuracy in production areas and support weekly product cycle counting.
• Interface with production personnel, including operators, quality inspectors, and product engineers.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Paid time off and holidays
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance and wellness resources
• Eligibility for incentive compensation, subject to applicable plan terms and conditions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed