Production Supervisor

Johnson Controls • Salem, VA

1d • $60,000 - $82,000 • Onsite

About The Position

You will be accountable for directing the activities of a work team in meeting daily production schedules in the assembly/fabrication of sub-assemblies, parts, or units of an assigned area while maintaining a high degree of commitment to production goals, efficiency, quality, and safety standards.

Requirements

• Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of six (6) years of experience working in a manufacturing/production environment
• Minimum of three (3) years of production supervisory experience in a manufacturing/production environment
• Basic welding experience
• Polished people management skills
• Proficiency using MS Office Suite

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree and one (1) year of experience working in a manufacturing/production will also be considered
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience utilizing Lean tools to measure and improve the departments Key Business Drivers (i.e. VSM, SMED, 5s, TPM, Kaizen, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and direct team members workflow within the assigned department, including distributing work, disseminating information, assigning team members for absences, answering questions, and resolving problems within the work unit.
• Control costs within budget levels, minimizing scrap and rework costs.
• Anticipate and react to production problems or delays, materials shortages, and equipment malfunctions.
• Provide technical assistance for equipment malfunctions and expediting repairs.
• Work with engineering to effect improvements in cost reduction, work simplification, production scheduling, and man hour planning.
• Supervise, evaluate, and train the work group.
• Assist in accident investigation and corrective action.
• Promote safe work environment and assure employees follow all safety policies.
• Maintain accurate production and employee records.
• Maintain fair and consistent application of all company policies and procedures.
• Utilize LEAN tools to measure and improve the departments Key Business Drivers (i.e. VSM, SMED, 5s, TPM, Kaizen, etc.).

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Package including Retirement Savings Plan, Extended Health Care, Dental, and Vision
• Paid holidays, paid vacation days, and paid sick time
• Career Advancement Opportunities across Business Units and Geographies
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree