Production Supervisor

EVERIDGE•Greeneville, TN

38d•Onsite

About The Position

The production supervisor is responsible for increasing productivity with innovative methods and motivating staff to perform the best they can. Key Responsibilities: Coordinate production activities for respective area, ensuring that obstacles are identified and resolved. Assist with minimizing labor overtime and maintaining production schedules and quality standards. Recognize and help solve problems affecting production, quality, safety, and productivity. Apply the tools of Lean Manufacturing that include, but are not limited to: 5s, Value Stream Mapping, Poke Yoke, VA/VE Apply the tools of Industrial Engineering that include, but are limited to: Work Element Measurement, Process Flow. Minimize attrition through effective coaching practices and effective employee relations. Foster a culture of empowerment so that all levels of employees are engaged in continuous improvement activities. Help implement and maintain preventative maintenance programs. Make recommendations to Plant Manager for facilities and equipment when necessary. Incorporate shop floor organization and plant cleanliness among plant personnel. Provide effective communication to support the needs of the employees as well as the goals of the organization. Actively engage in all Safety initiatives to meet or exceed EH&S goals and plans.

Requirements

Ability to sit, stand, and walk intermittently for minimum 8 hours.
Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Minimum 5 years in manufacturing experience, with operational knowledge of processes, equipment, and facilities.
Training in Lean Manufacturing, TPS, and Demand Flow
Background with manufacturing methods, process improvement programs and procedures required.
Exceptional communication and proven leadership skills.
Competent in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook

Responsibilities

Coordinate production activities for respective area, ensuring that obstacles are identified and resolved.
Assist with minimizing labor overtime and maintaining production schedules and quality standards.
Recognize and help solve problems affecting production, quality, safety, and productivity.
Apply the tools of Lean Manufacturing that include, but are not limited to: 5s, Value Stream Mapping, Poke Yoke, VA/VE
Apply the tools of Industrial Engineering that include, but are limited to: Work Element Measurement, Process Flow.
Minimize attrition through effective coaching practices and effective employee relations.
Foster a culture of empowerment so that all levels of employees are engaged in continuous improvement activities.
Help implement and maintain preventative maintenance programs.
Make recommendations to Plant Manager for facilities and equipment when necessary.
Incorporate shop floor organization and plant cleanliness among plant personnel.
Provide effective communication to support the needs of the employees as well as the goals of the organization.
Actively engage in all Safety initiatives to meet or exceed EH&S goals and plans.