Production Supervisor 3rd Shift

Kasai North America•Upper Sandusky, OH

11d

About The Position

The Production Supervisor oversees Group Leaders and Production Technicians and coordinates production activities with the Production Manager and Production Control. The role helps ensure production schedules are completed, equipment and tools are maintained, materials are used efficiently, and waste is reduced. The supervisor also supports employee training and performance management and ensures compliance with company policies, safety standards, 5S practices, and applicable regulatory or customer requirements. The position operates primarily in a manufacturing environment. The employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, vibration, loud noise, and hot temperatures. The role involves frequent standing or walking, handling objects, reaching, and lifting; occasional sitting, stooping, kneeling, or crouching is also required. The supervisor must be able to work any assigned shift and overtime as required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Some previous management experience.
Ability to process thorough and organized paperwork.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Experience working with the Windows operating system and Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Must be able to work any assigned shift and overtime as required.
Frequently lift or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a manufacturing environment is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

Supervise the activities of Group Leaders and Production Technicians.
Work with the Production Manager and Production Control to establish work schedules and follow up to ensure schedules are completed.
Ensure equipment and tools are properly maintained for efficient production.
Promote efficient and economical use of materials, improve methods, and eliminate wasteful practices.
Cross-train Group Leaders.
Oversee the use and updating of SOS's.
Suggest and support effective scrap and cost-reduction programs.
Conduct employee training in equipment operations or work and safety procedures, or assign training to experienced workers.
Oversee the cleanliness and order of equipment on the line.
Monitor employees' attendance and hours worked.
Participate in performance management, including evaluations, wage-increase recommendations, and necessary corrective action.
Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, 5S practices, and regulatory or customer requirements.
Perform other related duties and follow other instructions as required by the supervisor.