Production Supervisor 2nd Shift

HABASIT AMERICA INC•Buffalo, NY

44d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor directs the activities of a production department/shift at Habasit America's Buffalo, NY facility, ensuring manufacturing operational goals are met in a timely and cost-effective manner. This role provides leadership and development to department associates, maintains production schedules, upholds quality standards, and drives continuous improvement across safety, productivity, quality, cost, and morale.

Requirements

Ability to provide effective direction and coaching to production associates.
Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, safety standards, and quality control.
Ability to balance multiple priorities including safety, quality, productivity, and cost.
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Experience with inventory and materials management.
Strong process improvement skills.
Experience developing and maintaining production performance metrics.
Ability to respond to off-shift emergencies as needed.
High School Diploma or GED required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or equivalent.
7 years of experience in manufacturing, production, or assembly environments.
High competency with process improvement methodologies.
High competency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and CRM applications.
Experience in training and associate development.
Experience in inventory and materials management.

Responsibilities

Support the vision, mission, and guiding principles of the company.
Observe applicable safety, health, and environmental rules and guidelines, including the use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
Attend and participate in training opportunities and seminars relevant to the position.
Adhere to company operating procedures, benefit rules, employment policies, and safety policies.
Provide direction, development, and leadership to department associates, ensuring effective employee relations.
Coach and develop associates and resolve associate issues through problem resolution.
Direct and manage department associates to ensure manufacturing operational goals are met in a timely and cost-effective manner.
Balance safety, quality, productivity, cost, morale, orderliness, and continuous improvement to achieve positive results.
Monitor and make adjustments to ensure overall department performance meets safety, productivity, and quality standards.
Plan work, make assignments, and train new and existing associates.
Control and minimize labor overtime and repair expenses.
Maintain existing plant facilities and equipment; replace or make adjustments when necessary.
Support and assist in implementing and maintaining preventative maintenance programs.
Incorporate department organization and cleanliness among department associates.
Support and assist Plant Management in developing and maintaining department performance metrics.
Assist in all production control activities.
Perform monthly cycle counts.
Support all lab activities.
Be available on call to respond to the facility during off-shift hours to assist in emergency situations.
Other duties as assigned.