Production & Lean Manufacturing Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Ensign-Bickford Industries • Simsbury, CT

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About The Position

The Production Supervisor is responsible for personnel and Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost results in the Linear Department while leading continuous improvement initiatives during the second-shift operation of the Linear & FCDCA cell. The role coordinates with Product Engineers, the Production Planner, the Assembly Production Supervisor, and the LTS Production Manager to execute tasks and milestones. The position also supports the Linear Transfer Systems team with production tracking and performance countermeasures.

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 an in-depth understanding of ERP/MRP planning systems.
• Excellent verbal and presentation skills for interacting with production teams and management at various levels.
• Strong skills in 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.
• Experience or education in Design for Manufacturing methods and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of Linear Department personnel and immediately address safety concerns.
• Ensure product quality and reprioritize work when product is 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 workloads, 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 with production-results tracking and identification and implementation of performance countermeasures.
• Ensure accurate time-clock reporting for assigned personnel and approve timecards.
• Ensure inventory accuracy in production areas and support weekly product cycle counts.
• Interface with production personnel, including operators, quality inspectors, and product engineers.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and 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: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed