Production Supervisor (2nd shift)

Copeland•Natchitoches, LA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Copeland/Alliance Compressors has an exciting opportunity for a Production Supervisor in Natchitoches, Louisiana. This role involves leading assembly line operations, overseeing and coordinating the activities of assembly line workers to ensure efficient and high-quality production. The Production Supervisor will manage the daily operations of the assembly lines, optimize productivity, maintain quality standards, and foster a safe and collaborative work environment. This position leads a team of 20-30 assembly line workers, provides guidance and support, and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives. The company is a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability, creating sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies and protecting temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain.

Requirements

Two (2) year Associate's Degree plus two (2 ) years of experience in manufacturing with similar responsibilities or over five (5+) years’ experience in manufacturing with similar responsibilities
Great computer skills (Microsoft Excel and Word)
Ability to work flexible hours and adapt to changing production demands
Legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Nice To Haves

Four (4) year Bachelor’s Degree in related field
Two to five (2-5) years of experience in manufacturing with similar responsibilities
Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team
Problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to addressing production challenges
Excellent communication skills; both oral and written
Experience with KRONOS (timekeeping)

Responsibilities

Supervise and manage the activities of assembly line workers to ensure smooth production operations, adherence to schedules, and achievement of production targets
Monitor and maintain production line efficiency, identifying and addressing bottlenecks, disruptions, and inefficiencies to ensure optimal productivity
Train, mentor, and develop assembly team members, providing guidance on best practices, work procedures, safety protocols, and quality standards
Enforce safety protocols, ensuring that all workers follow established safety guidelines and promoting a culture of safety awareness
Collaborate cross-functionally with maintenance, engineering, and quality to address production challenges and optimize processes using Lean Daily Management
Lead daily shift meetings to communicate safety, production targets, quality expectations, and any relevant updates to the assembly line team
Continuously promote a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee engagement.
Maintain accurate production records, including production output, and downtime reasons for accurate End of Shift Reporting