Production Supervisor - Internal Logistics

nVent•Anoka, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

Requirements

High school diploma or G.E.D
Ideally 3 plus years manufacturing experience, with a preference for manufacturing leadership experience preferred
Ideally 2+ years of experience in Lean manufacturing, with a strong ability to articulate and apply Lean concepts and methodologies.

Responsibilities

Directly lead Market Team employees, including training, directing, conducting performance reviews, educating, and mentoring on performance across product put‑away, parts picking, manufacturing line servicing, and material movement activities.
Look after day‑to‑day material flow operations to ensure inventory is accurately placed, parts are picked correctly, production lines are serviced on time, and materials move efficiently throughout the plant to support production commitments.
Handle daily performance through the use of process center communication boards and other visual management tools to communicate priorities, identify issues, and ensure smooth operational flow.
Be a change agent and drive out waste throughout material handling and flow processes through the deployment of Lean methodology, focusing on improving replenishment routes, reducing handling, and strengthening standard work.
Ensure a clean and safe working environment for all employees, emphasizing prevention of potential problems and hazardous conditions in material handling areas, and support nVent’s safety programs.
Review and submit payroll hours on a weekly basis, entering exception hours as needed for Market Team employees.
Support new process and product introduction by ensuring material flow and line‑support processes adapt effectively to new requirements.
Develop key improvement projects related to material movement, picking accuracy, put‑away efficiency, and line‑service reliability, and fulfill related duties as needed.