Production Supervisor

Wabtec•Oak Creek, WI

3d•$68,900 - $98,200

About The Position

The Production Supervisor leads the Assembly team and supervises employee work activities in assembly and related areas. The role coordinates with on-site Engineering and Materials teams to produce Maintenance of Way equipment, assigning work and scheduling hours to support productivity, efficiency, safety, quality, and effective labor utilization. The supervisor directs production personnel and material flow, manages quality and safety processes, and oversees special projects within schedule and cost requirements. The position also promotes continuous improvement and employee development.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or five years of manufacturing experience.
One to three years of related supervisory and project-management experience; preferably in a team-based continuous-improvement manufacturing environment.
Manufacturing experience including mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic background.
Project-management experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of tool functions.
Experience with Microsoft Office products.
Experience with an ERP system (Syspro).
Ability to develop and maintain relationships.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
Ability to solve practical problems and handle varied situations.
Adaptability and flexibility to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to influence people and outcomes.
Ability to regularly lift and carry objects weighing up to 20 pounds; sit, stand, and walk unassisted; use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk and hear. Normal correctable vision is required.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment offer is conditioned on successful completion of a drug screen and fitness-for-duty test, as applicable.

Nice To Haves

Related supervisory and project-management experience in a team-based continuous-improvement manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Ensure employees follow manufacturing, equipment, and safety procedures and requirements.
Direct production personnel and material flow to meet delivery, quality, cost, and safety objectives.
Lead quality processes to deliver products consistent with company quality standards.
Work with Leads on assembly issues and escalation plans.
Schedule work assignments and hours to maximize productivity and efficiency, use labor effectively, minimize downtime, and meet or beat planned hours.
Use the company’s MRP system to track and locate missing parts.
Collaborate with other departments to identify needs and optimize production and human-resource utilization.
Meet with other Production Supervisors and Leads to ensure operational continuity.
Complete reports and records accurately and on time; maintain records and verify paperwork accuracy.
Participate in selecting new team members; mentor, counsel, and discipline employees as appropriate; enforce company policies and work rules.
Manage special projects, including NIT builds and complex REMAN and REPAIR projects, within schedule and cost requirements; direct Manufacturing, Design Engineering, and Procurement resources as needed.
Assist Design Engineers in recommending design-related solutions.
Facilitate daily GEMBA walks, drive countermeasures through Operations and supporting teams, and report on Operational Excellence metrics.
Drive LEAN Enterprise practices on the shop floor, including 5S, Single-Piece Flow, Kaizen, and Standard Work.
Lead and support initiatives to improve safety awareness and prevent injuries.
Foster a continuous-improvement performance culture; mentor, motivate, and counsel employees to support performance, growth, and leadership development.
Promote safety and conduct operations in accordance with customer requirements.
Travel up to 5% of the time if asked.
Perform other duties outside the function or trade as requested, with adequate training provided if necessary.