Production Shift Supervisor

Human Resources•Fostoria, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading and coordinating daily production operations by establishing priorities, sequences, and proper staffing levels to ensure delivery of quality products which meets and exceeds customer expectations.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years leadership experience in manufacturing environment, with a bachelor’s degree in business management or related field preferred
Demonstrated ability to motivate and train employees toward higher efficiency and skill level
Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills with a proven ability to create and maintain positive working relationships with vendors, suppliers, shippers, and customers.
Exceptional Leadership skills with a focus in fostering strong relationships is a must (including: team building, career development, delegation, coaching, and performance management)
Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and professionalism
Demonstrated knowledge of Lean Manufacturing & other Continuous Improvement methods
Experience working in a Manufacturing Operating System
Ability to proactively execute multiple projects, while staying organized and committed to meeting deadlines.
Thorough understanding of company products and logistics.
Commitment to upholding company culture and values
Ability to demonstrate a strong work ethic and personal accountability
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Proactive and independent with the ability to take initiative
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Exhibit strong written and verbal communication, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other related software.
Prior experience reading and understanding Blueprint format
Roll up your sleeves / hands on approach to leadership

Nice To Haves

Formal certifications in continuous improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma, Accelerated Root Cause or Transactional Lean. (preferred)

Responsibilities

Responsible for manufacturing leadership and direction for safety, production and quality issues for respective shift
Effectively plan and organize work objectives, goals and priorities and defining employee roles and responsibilities
Develop crew members for improving individual and organization performance
Lead performance management and corrective action processes for assigned crew
Continuously improve plant performance through process improvements and use of lean methodologies
Review and submission of punch detail, overtime approvals, payroll adjustments and any other matters affecting an employee's pay
Coach to facilitate problem solving between and within the shift
Administration of plant policies, guidelines and systems
Maintain proper safety conditions and compliance with all standard equipment safety practices and provide leadership and direction for the safety of all employees and visitors to the facility
Ensure manufacturing job operations maintain or improve product quality
Lead, track and improve performance on key location goals and objectives
Maintain positive employee relations
Collaborate with other departments (e.g. Sales, Scheduling, Warehouse, Shipping, etc.) to optimize production requirements
Analyze data to make sound decisions and solve problems concerning production issues
Work with upstream and downstream people and processes to exceed customer expectations

Benefits

Health benefits start on Day 8 of employment (1 week waiting period after hire):
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Rx
Affordable premium rates start at $10 per week
Weekly Pay - Every Friday
Paid Time Off & 10 Paid Holidays
4% dollar-for-dollar company match under 401(k) retirement savings plan
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
Cost Savings Programs for medical expenses
Company Paid Life Insurance & Supplemental Options
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Metlaw Legal Services
Incentive Bonuses
Tuition Reimbursement
And much more