Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Tenneco•Frankfort, IN

About The Position

At Tenneco, we don’t follow industry standards; we set them, and we don’t settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it’s our Core Values – radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win – or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we’re determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry. With a product portfolio as expansive as it is innovative, an obsessive commitment to quality and excellence, and a global presence, we’re all about getting stuff done, so we can win. How do we make it happen? Through the Tenneco Way. Fueled by our Core Values, a winning mindset and a relentless commitment to excellence, the Tenneco Way is how we win. It’s what keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and unapologetically focused on pushing past limits and redefining success. Here, you’ll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact. If you’re ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride along the way, you’ll thrive here. Want to learn more about who we are? Check out our website to discover the Tenneco Way We are looking for a Production Supervisor for our Frankfort, Indiana plant, supervising 2nd shift. This position will report to the Operations Manager and will directly supervise 40 - 50 employees. The Production Supervisor ensures a safe work environment, drives quality improvements, develops a qualified workforce, reduces operating costs, inventories and lead times through continuous improvements. Our recruiting team is ready to act immediately. You’ll hear from us to schedule a phone screen and then the next step will be a personal interview with our hiring manager. We pride ourselves on moving through the process quickly, and you can be sure of transparency and prompt communication.

Requirements

Ability to read and write English. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports for business correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers.
Familiarity with customer and company part #'s, blueprints and drawings.
Proficiency and solid working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel, and other data collection systems.
Must be detail and quality oriented.
Ability to work independently

Responsibilities

Participates in training to produce a quality product / services, uses preventative measures to ensure the customer requirements and company standards are met.
Comply with legal and other requirements to avoid injury and/or ill health to themselves and others.
Understands preventative measures and creates a safe and healthy environment by having the ability to identify potential emergency situations and reports all incidents to supervisor/ manager.
Adhere to the facility’s quality, environmental, health and safety policies and procedures that are identified by the company management systems.
Responsibilities include: planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Excellent attendance is required.
Works closely with the Supply Chain Department and the previous shift supervisors in scheduling and monitoring the flow of quality production parts from start to finish in all areas of the manufacturing plant.
Ensures production teams are performing work in conformance with Work Instructions.
Interprets specifications and job orders to employees and assigns duties.
Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules.
Coordinates and completes an accurate and thorough production report for the entire shift.
Interprets company policies to workers and enforces safety regulations.
Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of shop, department, and/or employees.
Analyzes and resolves work problems, or assists employees in solving work problems.
Initiates or suggests plans to motivate employees to achieve work goals.
Resolves employee problems or submits unsettled problems to Operations Manager.
Initiates contact for assistance with emergency maintenance, engineering, quality and or other problems.
Completes necessary work orders for maintenance work.
Approving time-cards and overtime.
Confers with other supervisors to coordinate activities of individual departments and specific projects.
Works with the Production team on the monthly inventory and the annual physical inventory.
Working scheduled overtime along with shift team members is required.
Champions the 5S process and ensures standards are maintained for your area of responsibility.