Production Supervisor 1st Shift

SATO America•Romeoville, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

SATO America is seeking a detail-orientated, service-focused, Production Supervisor. At SATO America, LLC our mission is to create new value for our customers through products and services of superior quality and to contribute towards a better and more sustainable world. In over 80 years, SATO has fostered a culture of professionalism and customer-centric innovation with an unchanging mission of value creation for customers that, in turn, contributes to a more sustainable world. Do you have what it takes to be our customer’s most trusted partner for mutual growth, and always essential in an ever-changing world? If so, look no further. We have a place for you. SUMMARY: Supervise all employees in the production department in the manufacture of high-quality products in a cost effective manner. Train and maintain a safe and productive workforce in a positive teamwork environment. Coach, counsel and discipline as required. Also, direct activities of all other off shift employees.

Requirements

Ability to communicate with all levels of the organization and direct a diverse work force.
Mechanical knowledge and aptitude.
Solid computer skills including Word and Excel.
Strong visual color comprehension and math, ruler and analytical skills.

Nice To Haves

printing industry preferably in flexographic environment

Responsibilities

Manage a safe work environment
Responsible for safety training on production equipment
Responsible for safety audits in the production department
Monitor all equipment guarding and personal safety equipment
Responsible for maintaining good housekeeping in all areas of the plant
Ensure that employees are following safety procedures and using appropriate protective equipment
Maintain a high level of quality for our customer’s products
Train all employees on product quality standards and customers expectations
Communicate to all employees on the critical aspects of our products
Conduct shop floor quality audits, inspections and product approvals
Create a well-trained efficient work force.
Cross train employees to maintain a competitive, knowledgeable and flexible work force
Responsible for continued productivity improvements, scrap reduction and plant OEE targets
Ensure that all employees have the required tools and equipment to successfully perform their duties in the most cost efficient manner
Responsible for creating and maintaining a positive teamwork atmosphere and support 5s and continuous improvement activities
Develop, implement and support cost reduction programs
Required to interface with all departments
Complete corrective action analysis and resolution on customer rejections; facilitate root cause resolution to problems
Hold regular shift communication meetings
Complete all shutdown procedures to secure the facility at end of shift
Generate reports as required
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

medical, vision, and dental insurance to include coverage for domestic partners.
Life & AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
pre-tax Health Savings Account with an employer contribution of $500.00 or $1,000.00 depending on elected medical coverage.
10 company-paid holidays per year
up to ten (10) days accrued vacation time in the first year. Eleven (11) days at year two (2). Twelve (12) days at year three (3). Thirteen (13) days at year four (4) and fifteen (15) days at year five (5).
six (6) accrued personal days
401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer match with no vesting schedule.
Employee Assistance Program for employees and eligible family members
career development, growth opportunities
referral bonuses