Production Supervisor

United States Pipe and Foundry Company • Bessemer, AL

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About The Position

U.S. Pipe is seeking a Production Supervisor to join our team. The Production Supervisor will supervise employees in the production of pressure pipe within budgeted costs consistent with quality standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent is required
• Two years of post-secondary education is preferred but not required.
• 2 - 5 years of experience with the knowledge and understanding of iron ductile pipe making processes such as casting, melting or annealing.
• Must possess the ability to direct and plan the work of hourly employees engaged in the pipe making process.

Responsibilities

• Observes operational activities closely and directs changes in methods of operating or work habits to correct operating problems and to maintain quality standards.
• Insures and promotes employee safety through administration of safety procedure and techniques.
• Works with CI Department in implementing CI initiatives including Theory of Constraints, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Six Sigma, etc.; at the plant level.
• Assists in mentoring and training employees in these disciplines.
• Supervises and trains assigned personnel in efficient work procedures, process standards, maintenance of a safe workplace, and good housekeeping.
• Schedules and assigns employees and equipment based on anticipated needs and adjusts the equipment to meet unexpected situations.
• Reviews daily and weekly pipe production schedules to determine adherence to daily production schedules insuring 1 to 1 processing of pipe.
• Coordinates with Reliability in prioritizing work activities to minimize equipment down time and preventative maintenance of equipment.
• Performs various administrative activities in relation to documenting standards.
• Analyzing data, evaluating process changes, and reporting of said information to appropriate individuals and groups.
• Working with Quality Manager to manage QC activities in order to ensure that the quality of semi-finished and finished pipe are in compliance with customer, company, and industry standards, and is achieved at or below budget costs.
• Leads efforts related to creating and modifying standard operating instructions (SOI) as needed to improve and sustain process improvements throughout the manufacturing process.
• Rotate within departments as directed.
• Performs other duties as directed by management.

Benefits

• Team Collaboration: Join a team-oriented environment where collaboration is not just a buzzword but a priority.
• Career Growth: Be part of an industry leader renowned for world-class design, manufacturing, sourcing, and distribution, and take your career to the next level.
• Comprehensive Benefits: We provide a comprehensive benefits package with options tailored to meet your needs and those of your family.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees