Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Seal & Design•Clarence, NY

26d•$70,000 - $80,000

About The Position

The Production Supervisor supervises, coaches, and trains Lead Operators to ensure products are manufactured according to cost, quality, and quantity specifications and to achieve customer satisfaction. The role oversees production performance, employee development, scheduling, safety, quality, and continuous improvement across production areas. This is a second-shift position.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and five years of experience as a manager in a production environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proficiency in a computer-supported environment using business systems software and Microsoft Office programs.
Proven leadership and delegation skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; ability to manage priorities and workflow and multitask.
Versatility, flexibility, and willingness to work amid constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.

Nice To Haves

Experience with 5S, Six Sigma, and/or Lean Manufacturing.

Responsibilities

Lead, manage, and hold all direct reports accountable.
Participate in vetting, selection, and onboarding.
Monitor efficiency and productivity using the labor performance report, and coach employees who are not meeting expectations.
Train employees on equipment and provide hands-on troubleshooting assistance.
Ensure the master production schedule is followed and production KPIs are met, including safety, quality, efficiency, productivity, and 5S.
Conduct formal and just-in-time coaching, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions as needed.
Facilitate continuous improvement to increase efficiency and reduce manpower and material-yield costs.
Monitor time and attendance for direct and indirect reports; address issues, request overtime approval as needed, and approve time records, including paid time off requests.
Monitor daily plant productivity and efficiency to meet manufacturing objectives, quality standards, on-time shipment goals, and customer requirements.
Monitor time-sensitive customers and ensure production is completed on time.
Update daily reports and track trends.
Oversee the Production Performance Board process for all functional areas.
Ensure production teams review RMAs promptly, complete appropriate root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions with look-across.
Maintain 5S initiatives throughout production areas.
Participate in daily production meetings to review customer orders, manpower, plant schedule, and open fast-response issues.
Escalate material and manpower issues to affected parties and the Plant Manager.
Monitor department bins and ensure good material-handling practices.
Enforce safety policies and practices, identify hazards, and work with the management team on corrective actions.