2nd shift - Production Supervisor (1:30 to 10 pm)

2nd shift Production Supervisor 130 to 10 pmBlue Island, IL
Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Production Manager, this role is responsible for supervising the day to day manufacturing operations and performance of employees for a designated value stream. This position plans and assigns work, implements policies and procedures and recommends improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures and working conditions. As a Production Supervisor you will: Balance quality, productivity, cost, safety and morale to achieve positive results in all areas Seeking to meet and improve schedule dates, reduce process times, reduce inventory levels, increase the utilization of resources and manage department priorities Control manpower and materials needed to complete jobs accurately and on time Guides/monitors group toward its goals ensures employee�s productivity, resolve problems, has authority to change work roles and work distribution. Assist in initiating, implementing and leading continuous improvement activities assisting in researching new processes, procedures and equipment that may improve throughput, quality and profitability Continuously evaluate and improve manufacturing processes, through lean concepts and Six Sigma, partnering with Operational Excellence to establish value stream priorities and implement improvements while driving a lean culture Supervise the work of manufacturing employees Track absenteeism and maintain and approve timekeeping records Ensure effective employee relations by providing employee mentoring and development and resolving employee issues through coaching and problem resolution Make employment decisions Arrange for training to develop the employees� work skills to improve department throughput and reduce scrap/rework through coaching and training Recommend disciplinary actions Evaluate and update the performance of team members against their job requirements and performance goals within the time frame designated for their position level Ensure employees� personal safety by providing safety training for all aspects of the job and department Lead activities needed to perform accident investigations, safety observations, and hazard mapping Work with Warehouse Manager to maintain proper inventory levels for optimum productivity Coordinate projects with other supervisors and departments Monitor production schedules and results and inform management and peers regarding production delays and other related issues Manage departmental performance measures, including visual controls and provides regular progress reports to manager Support NPD introductions to production, working with technical supervisor and lead to troubleshoot processes, reviewing and updating work instructions and training team members to ensure a smooth transition Work with Supply Chain, Planning and QA to resolve parts, inventory and quality issues As a Supervisor and Leader you are: Responsible for day-to-day performance of a group ~ 6 + employees. Guides/monitors group toward its goals ensures employee�s productivity, resolve problems, has authority to change work roles and work distribution. Responsible for genuine input regarding Human Resources matters of significance: e.g. participates in selection of new employees, provides meaningful input to performance appraisals, disciplinary actions, terminations etc.

Requirements

  • 5-7 years of progressive experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • A minimum of 3 years of experience directing an hourly or manufacturing workforce.
  • High School diploma or GED.
  • Intermediate computer skills including experience using the MS Office suite, a business planning and inventory system.
  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
  • Extensive knowledge and leadership in the principles and practice of Lean, Six Sigma, 5P and/or other continuous improvement models.
  • Participated in related improvement projects.

Nice To Haves

  • A Bachelor's Degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Supervising the day to day manufacturing operations and performance of employees for a designated value stream.
  • Planning and assigning work, implementing policies and procedures and recommending improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures and working conditions.
  • Balancing quality, productivity, cost, safety and morale to achieve positive results in all areas.
  • Meeting and improving schedule dates, reducing process times, reducing inventory levels, increasing the utilization of resources and managing department priorities.
  • Controlling manpower and materials needed to complete jobs accurately and on time.
  • Guiding/monitoring the group toward its goals, ensuring employee productivity, resolving problems, and having the authority to change work roles and work distribution.
  • Assisting in initiating, implementing and leading continuous improvement activities, assisting in researching new processes, procedures and equipment that may improve throughput, quality and profitability.
  • Continuously evaluating and improving manufacturing processes through lean concepts and Six Sigma, partnering with Operational Excellence to establish value stream priorities and implement improvements while driving a lean culture.
  • Supervising the work of manufacturing employees.
  • Tracking absenteeism and maintaining and approving timekeeping records.
  • Ensuring effective employee relations by providing employee mentoring and development and resolving employee issues through coaching and problem resolution.
  • Making employment decisions.
  • Arranging for training to develop employees' work skills to improve department throughput and reduce scrap/rework through coaching and training.
  • Recommending disciplinary actions.
  • Evaluating and updating the performance of team members against their job requirements and performance goals within the time frame designated for their position level.
  • Ensuring employees' personal safety by providing safety training for all aspects of the job and department.
  • Leading activities needed to perform accident investigations, safety observations, and hazard mapping.
  • Working with the Warehouse Manager to maintain proper inventory levels for optimum productivity.
  • Coordinating projects with other supervisors and departments.
  • Monitoring production schedules and results and informing management and peers regarding production delays and other related issues.
  • Managing departmental performance measures, including visual controls and providing regular progress reports to the manager.
  • Supporting NPD introductions to production, working with the technical supervisor and lead to troubleshoot processes, reviewing and updating work instructions and training team members to ensure a smooth transition.
  • Working with Supply Chain, Planning and QA to resolve parts, inventory and quality issues.
  • Being responsible for the day-to-day performance of a group of approximately 6+ employees.
  • Providing genuine input regarding Human Resources matters of significance, such as participating in the selection of new employees, and providing meaningful input to performance appraisals, disciplinary actions, and terminations.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • Health club membership program and reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • 401 (k)
  • Annual Profit Sharing
  • Vacation
  • Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-art manufacturing facility
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