Production Supervisor - Lean experience

Bodycote • Clarendon, VT

304d

About The Position

The Production Supervisor provides direction and leadership support for site manufacturing activities to attain safety, cost, quality and delivery goals. Manages available resources and leads associates to perform all departmental tasks in the most cost-effective manner while ensuring a quality product is processed according to schedule. This position will ensure the proper use of all Bodycote personnel systems and adherence to all regulatory requirements placed on the plant, as well as support the company's mission and values.

Requirements

• Must satisfy ITAR compliance requirements; candidates must be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Resident Card Holders.
• High School diploma required; 4-year college degree preferred.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience.
• 3+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Lean and/or Six Sigma certification.
• Strong computer skills (MS Excel equations and pivot tables); Power BI exposure preferred.
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with all plant personnel.
• Ability to lead/facilitate team problem-solving.
• A positive approach to changing objectives and priorities.
• Experience setting SMART goals and use of Goal Deployment Process or other methodology.
• Experience managing projects with substantial payback.

Responsibilities

• Search out, recommend, and implement continuous improvement activities utilizing Lean tools.
• Communicate (lead by example) Bodycote mission and values.
• Demonstrate support for company programs through words and actions.
• Develop associates through the effective use of training, personal engagement, and the Annual Performance Review process.
• Assure that objectives for safety, schedule attainment, quality, and productivity are met.
• Maintain fair and consistent application of all company policies and procedures.
• Assist plant leadership in driving and accomplishing key performance indicators.
• Resolve personnel issues or conflicts.
• Resolve product, process, and equipment issues.
• Plan and prioritize daily job assignments.
• Assist in the hiring process and new associate orientation.
• Perform job-related administrative duties (Epicor, Timecards, Associate Transactions, etc.).
• Commit to personal growth and skill development along with the development and cross-training of team members.
• Perform duties safely and responsibly to prevent customer loss or damage.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Drive root cause corrective action when schedule attainment is missed.
• Ensure customer satisfaction, with zero faults on deliveries.
• Improve labor efficiency and the overall use of resources.

Benefits

• Paid Holiday and paid time off.
• 401k with a match.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for employees and families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED