Production Supervisor-Synthetics

Greene Tweed•Kulpsville, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Primarily responsible for the overall safety, quality and productivity of the production areas ensuring on-time delivery while maintaining cost of goods sold (COGS) to budget plans. Will foster engaged employees that drives continuous improvement through Lean Six Sigma (LSS) principles such as Statistical Process Controls (SPC) and DMAIC process, ensuring the optimal utilization of employees, equipment and material according to all order fulfilment requirements – quality, timeliness and cost.

Requirements

HS Diploma/GED required
5 years of previous manufacturing experience, including exposure to leading/directing the work of others
Ideal candidate will have 3 years’ direct supervision experience in a manufacturing environment
Demonstrated ability to lead by example, serving as a positive role model to others and embracing standard work required
Strong communication skills required, including the ability to effectively communicate across multiple levels in the organization.
Metric driven/analytical problem solving experience required - root cause analysis/six sigma training a plus
U.S. Person status as defined by applicable law for authorized access to data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). A U.S. Person includes U.S. Citizens, U.S. Nationals, lawful permanent residents, and workers granted refugee or asylum status in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Preference given to candidates with BS Degree
Lean/Six Sigma certification desired
Previous experience in a Lean manufacturing environment, focused on continuous improvement and High Performance Work teams desired

Responsibilities

Plan and manage the daily operation of assigned department(s), including the daily management and maintenance of staffing levels (direct/contract) and budget accountability to accomplish plant objectives in an effective and efficient manner
Provide necessary training and reinforcement to workforce to ensure they understand and can apply the skills required to produce quality products according to Greene, Tweed and customer requirements
Administer Company rules, regulations & safety policies, initiating and recommending corrective actions
Provide direction, and strength of Leadership, initiating communication and working cross functionally across all levels, collaborating between shifts/departments on a consistent basis. Addresses issues and maintains availability to operators to answer questions as required
Actively analyze department performance against metrics and identify opportunity for continuous improvement. Creates, posts and communicates to ensure everyone understands their role in achieving plant commitments
Guide workforce in the compliance to Standard Work, recommends improvements in Work Instructions, methods, processes, policies and equipment and ensures operators are informed