Production Supervisor I, 2nd shift

Regal Rexnord Corp • Downers Grove, IL

236d • $80,000 - $110,000

About The Position

Regal Rexnord Corporation is seeking a Production Supervisor who will report directly to the Value Stream Manager and manage the production operations and continuous improvement initiatives for the Assembly and Lapping/Honing Departments. The Production Manager owns the metrics of safety, quality, delivery, cost, productivity, total associate engagement, cross training, and 6S for a large portion of the aerospace manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for driving improvements in all of the aforementioned metrics as well as developing the shop floor Team Leaders and Associates to take ownership of their areas and function as a cohesive, independent group.

Requirements

• Four year college degree (or related experience) and a minimum of five years manufacturing experience in an aerospace manufacturing preferred (machine shop) environment.
• Minimum three years supervisory or applicable experience.
• Experience participating in/leading Kaizen Events focused on process improvements using lean manufacturing techniques.
• Effective communicator with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong leadership style and ability effectively escalate production and personnel issues to get them resolved in a timely fashion.
• Ability to promote and foster a Continuous Improvement culture across a large associate team.
• Ability to maintain an even demeanor in the face of adversity and exemplify strong, confident and fair leadership.
• Working knowledge of 6S and Lean Manufacturing Concepts and the benefits of cellular manufacturing.
• Working knowledge OSHA Safety Regulations.
• Ability to gather data and facts around operational issues and formulate and execute an action plan to systematically eliminate these issues.
• Ability to manage multiple areas and tasks while being complete and thorough in all interactions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced high mix production environment.
• Support weekend supervision coverage.
• Moderate physical demand is required which is equivalent to continuously moving and occasionally lifting light weight material.
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.

Responsibilities

• Drive Safety First Culture throughout the facility.
• Promote awareness and improvements.
• Verify Associates adherence to all quality procedures.
• Ensure daily maintenance of the SQDC reporting by each department.
• Drive hourly productivity and accurate recording of daily production counts.
• Lead effective RRCA analysis addressing production opportunities.
• Implement Operations Performance Based Countermeasures.
• Own Quarterly Performance Review process for each associate and give regular performance feedback.
• Verify completion of TPM activities in each department and drive equipment downtime issues to resolution.
• Lead and maintain 6S activities and standards.
• Lead communication meetings with shop teams.
• Coach and empower Team Leaders and Associates to improve and take ownership of their areas and Teams.
• Ensure timely flow of orders through the shop.
• Coordinate the training and mentoring of new associates.
• Develop and lead effort to cross train associates.
• Lead transition of DG Manufacturing to Future State Vision.
• Support RBS activities and site continuous improvement journey.
• Maintain employee timekeeping and absences.
• Perform other related duties as assigned and assist in other department operations as required accommodating personnel and production requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive Base Salary.
• Matching 401(k) contribution.
• Exceptional Benefits including Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care) & Health Savings Accounts.
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance.
• Educational Reimbursement Benefits.
• Paid Time Off and Holidays.
• 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions.
• Paid Leaves.
• Tuition Assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree