Production Supervisor

MicroStar Logistics•Eagle Pass, TX

36d•$55,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor reports to the Production Manager and is a key member of our “Customer Ready!” quality team. This position is responsible for achieving operational objectives by ensuring quality, efficient and safe production for all shifts and phases of the production process. This includes developing good manufacturing systems, establishing standard operating procedures and risk prevention programs, managing short and long-term process improvements and ensuring compliance with regulation/requirements.

Requirements

Effective Communication: strong verbal and written communications skills, including the ability to effectively communicate ideas, concepts, and procedures to all levels within the organization
Establishing High Standards and Getting Results: sets challenging but attainable goals for themselves and their department
Encouraging Teamwork: establishes common objectives with joint accountability among the team members
Exhibit sound decision-making skills and judgement; provide solutions to complex issues
Self-motivated with a results-driven approach
Inspire and motivate others to perform well; build morale and group commitment to goals and objectives
Demonstrate commitment to both customer service and quality; ability to de-escalate situations successfully
Advanced skills in MS Office
Thrive in a fast-paced environment and able to maintain quality
Bilingual – fluent in Spanish and English
High school diploma
2-3 years relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment
Proven experience as Production Supervisor or similar role
2 years prior supervisory experience

Nice To Haves

Bachelors degree in engineering is a plus
Lean Six Sigma or similar training, OSHA Safety certification, Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM), and Certified Manufacturing Specialist (CMS) is a plus

Responsibilities

Work with leadership team to determine objectives and strategies for the operation; translate agreed strategies into team and individual goals, activities, and deliverables
Complete production plan by scheduling and assigning personnel, establishing priorities, monitoring progress, revising schedules, managing and appraising performance, resolving problems, and reporting results on shift production summaries.
Assist in interviewing and training new employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Coach and counsel crew members in safety, performance, attendance, training, housekeeping/5S, and quality to ensure understanding and compliance of company requirements
Directly manage team members to maximize productivity and efficiency
Ensure accuracy of production reporting, including daily production, quality, hours, timesheets, etc.
Actively participate in accident/injury, including near misses, investigations and resolve any deficiencies, to include engineering controls, employee education, etc.
Identify continuous improvement opportunities for safety, quality and productivity, service and cost, while maintaining customer specifications using lean techniques (5S, TPM, Visual Management, 7 Wastes, Kaizen Events)
Create new and maintain all current Standard Operating Procedures and Job Safety Analysis for all job stations throughout the plant.
Create a culture of safety, quality, productivity, and cost ownership throughout the plant.
Perform other related duties and assignments as required.