Production Supervisor

LIGHTPATH TECHNOLOGIES 1•Orlando, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

LightPath Technologies, Inc. is a leading global provider of precision optics and photonics solutions, serving defense, aerospace, medical, and industrial markets. With decades of expertise and a strong culture of innovation, LightPath designs and manufactures advanced optical components and systems that power some of the world’s most demanding applications. We offer a collaborative, technology-driven environment, opportunities to work on cutting-edge programs, and a comprehensive benefits package that supports our employees’ health, growth, and work-life balance. We are currently looking for a Production Supervisor to join our team onsite in our Orlando, FL office. We offer a 9/80 work schedule and foster a professional, high-energy culture where employees are empowered to succeed. The Production Supervisor will oversee and direct all activities across multiple production areas. This position will be responsible for supervising staff, monitoring workflow, and delivering products. The Production Supervisor will verify all incoming and outgoing materials and meet client delivery expectations. This role reports directly to the operations department and works in close collaboration with engineering, sales, and accounting.

Requirements

Must be able to research and collect data, interpret, analyze, and produce information using the data collected, applying prior knowledge and experience to interpretation
Design workflow and procedures as needed
Generate creative and alternative solutions
Ability to identify issues and resolve them in a timely manner
Able to work independently as well as in a group such as for group problem solving situations
Ability to manage time wisely in order to meet deadlines
Knowledge of planning, scheduling, and budgeting projects
Strive for continuous improvement on an organizational level with regard to processes, procedures, final products, and customer service
Demonstrate attention to detail
Provide autonomy once expectation set and provide recognition for results
Able to read, comprehend, and apply complex information
Fast learner, driven problem solver
Outgoing personality, professional demeanor with excellent work ethic
Proficient at using manufacturing software, ERP Systems, Microsoft Word, Excel Outlook, PowerPoint, and the internet
Frequently required to walk, talk, and hear
Occasional standing and reaching with hands and arms required
Must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
Occasional exposure to the following: work near moving mechanical parts, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and risk of radiation.
Able to work with moderate amounts of noise
Must be able to read, write, and speak fluently in English
A.A or A.S from two (2) year college or university or a minimum of ten (10) years of related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of experience and education.
Expertise in MIL specs, ITAR regulations, ISO and ANSI specifications
Must be authorized to work and reside in the US and must be eligible for any required authorizations from the U.S. Government to confirm with but not limited to U.S. export control regulations (ITAR), but not limited to U.S. export (ITAR) guidelines.
Valid Florida driver’s license

Responsibilities

Responsible for supervision of hourly employees
Responsible for communicating job expectations and monitoring employee performance
Maintain workflow by monitoring steps of production processes, setting process variables, studying process methods, and implementing cost reduction
Implement and maintain standard departmental procedures
Collaborate with Engineering, Accounting, and Sales in updating ERP, Infor Visual system
Ensure all outputs meet quality standards by establishing and/or enforcing organization requirements
Implement and maintain a training program for all aspects departments
Enforce a safe and clean working environment including 5s
Maintain and practice compliance with company policies and procedures
Analyze data and identify solution methods for equipment and process issues
Work with external and internal suppliers
Work and cooperate with Engineering, Sales, and accounting departments
Assist in the documentation and updating of process work instructions
Develop and drive cost reduction initiatives and process optimization
Coach, counsel, and discipline employees
Monitor manufacturing process and record process times, yields, and efficiencies
Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
Collaborate with HR for recruitment and onboarding of new team members
Perform other duties as assigned
Stop any nonconforming process(es) which may affect safety, poor quality or customer satisfaction