Production Supervisor (Floating)

ESAB•Hanover, PA

14d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the EBX Manager, the Production Supervisor is responsible for the safety of associates under their direct supervision and for manufacturing activities in assigned departments within a unionized facility. The role works to achieve production quality and quantity at the lowest possible cost while providing leadership to production associates. As a floating supervisor and member of the site management team, the position must be available to work first, second, or third shifts according to business needs. The supervisor oversees safety, production performance, workforce engagement, cost controls, employee development, training, and adherence to company and labor policies. The position supports continuous improvement initiatives and coordinates operations and communications across shifts and support functions. The role requires the ability to work additional hours, including weekends, as business needs require.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 3 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to work additional hours as needed, including weekends, and any shift, including days or nights, when required.
Strong leadership and management abilities, including the ability to build constructive working relationships.
Highly organized, self-starting approach, with the ability to prioritize, schedule, coordinate multiple activities, and delegate tasks.
Analytical skills to identify opportunities to improve or optimize safety, quality, production, and operational resources and to support problem resolution.
Practical knowledge of and ability to interpret a Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Proficiency with Microsoft Windows applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Demonstrated business maturity and integrity, with tact, diplomacy, and discretion.
Strong follow-through, accountability, initiative, and flexibility.
Must be authorized to work in the United States; work visa sponsorship is unavailable.
Must be fluent in English in reading, writing, and speaking.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor's degree in a business-related field; relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Union experience.
Working knowledge of Workday and SAP.

Responsibilities

Ensure associates adhere to the established safety program, including required PPE, Job Safety Analysis, and the Find It/Fix It program.
Participate fully in post-incident safety processes, including timely investigations, documentation, and RCCM.
Support safety policies, procedures, and training, and help develop processes that promote a zero-incident culture.
Drive workforce engagement and accountability, ensuring standard work is established and followed.
Perform daily Leader Standard Work to maximize production efficiency and coordinate plant functions.
Conduct daily meetings with associates to discuss departmental updates, metrics, and company business.
Monitor and control costs related to efficiencies, waste and scrap reduction, pounds per hour, overtime, and staffing; follow budget guidelines and raise concerns proactively.
Manage timecards and time entry for direct reports, including reviewing and approving vacation requests under established guidelines.
Lead, coach, develop, and recognize associates, providing feedback and guidance to address performance deficiencies or concerns.
Participate in Lean initiatives, including 6S, GEMBA, RCCM, and Visual Management, and support the sustainment of Kaizen events.
Recommend process improvements to reduce costs, increase productivity, decrease scrap, and reduce past dues.
Ensure production goals are met for safety, quality, productivity, cost, and delivery.
Maintain communication with adjoining-shift supervisors and Value Stream Managers to support smooth operational transitions and proactively flag potential concerns.
Communicate promptly with support functions, including Human Resources and Quality.
Ensure employee training in assigned areas is completed and documented.
Handle associate dispute resolution and implement and enforce disciplinary guidelines; collaborate with Human Resources when extended investigation or support is needed.
Assist Human Resources with administration and adherence to company policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.