Production Supervisor-2nd shift 2pm to 10:30pm

American Air Filter International•Washington Park, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor contributes to company and plant objectives by overseeing the efficient, cost-effective assembly of filters. The role directs department personnel to complete production schedules safely and on time while controlling costs, efficiency, quality, and equipment use, in accordance with company rules and procedures. The position works the second shift, from 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Requirements

High level of professionalism.
Mechanical aptitude.
Well-organized and detail-oriented.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
High school diploma or vocational/technical training combined with extensive floor experience.
OSHA safety standards.
The posting lists three to five years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment as preferred.

Nice To Haves

Three to five years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma (Green Belt).

Responsibilities

Advise the Foreman about department status and information that may affect the company or division.
Manage personnel to maximize safety, efficiency, and productivity.
Manage and oversee daily production-line operations.
Review production schedules, plan departmental work, and assign workloads.
Work with Quality Control as needed to identify causes of non-conformance and recommend production changes.
Bring deficiencies to the attention of appropriate personnel.
Ensure assembly lines and machinery are set up with the materials required by production schedules.
Oversee the correct use and maintenance of machinery and equipment.
Verify and approve production reports at the end of each shift.
Cooperate with line and staff personnel to achieve corporate and plant objectives.
Communicate with other department staff about incomplete schedules, deficiencies, changes, and problems.
Anticipate and determine causes of production delays and take appropriate action to meet schedules.
Promptly report delays to the Foreman, estimate their duration, and report when operations resume.
Approve employee selections; train and appraise employees; and initiate status changes to effectively utilize and develop the workforce.
Investigate accidents and submit injury reports with recommendations to prevent recurrence.
Ensure quarterly inventory is completed accurately.
Conduct regular safety meetings and enforce safety rules and procedures.
Develop quality reports and complaints to address causes of poor quality and assist in developing corrective procedures.
Make decisions or recommendations, as appropriate, concerning hiring, discipline, terminations, overtime, and work schedules.
Enforce company policies, including those regarding safety and absenteeism, and administer disciplinary action when appropriate.
Maintain work-area cleanliness and ensure proper handling of tools and equipment and safe operation of machinery.
Perform other duties assigned by Management.