PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR - 2nd Shift 4pm-Midnight

Salaried/Skilled Trades NSG Group•Niles, MI

12d•$51,672 - $77,508•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to co-lead our Second Shift (2nd Shift) team from 4p-Midnight at our modern manufacturing facility located just east of the US 12 - US 31 Bypass, 10 miles North of South Bend. We encapsulate glass with an injection molding process and assemble windows for the automotive original equipment manufacturer customer. With a broad range of customers and investments in new technology and new model launches you can unleash your potential with us! We run Monday-Friday with occasional weekends. We have a great book of business with some of the top selling vehicles in the US and the exceptional glass that ensures our operations are secure. We encourage degree completion (even Master Degrees!) and constant skill enhancement through our tuition reimbursement and training grant awards for ALL employees. We reward innovation through our quick kaizen program and great team results equal monthly bonuses.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Leadership or related degree or a combination of education and experience or equivalent experience.
Three (3) years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
Ability to work effectively with a wide array of plant personnel ranging from hourly employees to senior management.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and organize objectives and targets to meet deadlines.
Strong in analytical, innovative and strategic skills.
Demonstrated Problem Solving Skills
Demonstrated experience in cross-functional initiatives.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, in English.
Demonstrated personal computer skills including Microsoft office proficiency.

Nice To Haves

Experience in hands-on technical support role, preferably injection molding.
Experience with automotive Tier 1 manufacturing
6Sigma or other problem solving / continuous improvement certification
Experience with IATF 16949
OSHA 10 hour or similar certification

Responsibilities

Support safety, health, and environmental rules and lead by example.
Coordinate 5S and housekeeping duties to maintain high standard of facility cleanliness.
Conduct and/or lead Accident and/or injury investigations, serve as a first responder.
Ensure product quality meets internal and external specifications.
Conduct process and product audits according to the work instructions
Responsible for the manning of the shift (assigning employees to the appropriate work stations); staffing additional tasks during shift.
Check inventories and schedule.
Plans and communicates production needs to the 1st Operators to ensure all production requirements are met and insure a good pass down before each shift.
Responsible for KPI’s of the applicable shift.
Communicate concerns, improvements and general information to the Team Leader or Production Group Leader.
Consult with technicians who lead change-overs to ensure proper set-up procedure and run parameters according to work instructions
Turn around any set asides and hold activity in a timely manner
Troubleshooting / problem solving manufacturing problems.
Leads or participates in problem solving efforts as necessary to achieve production goals.
Audit employee time records using time and attendance, making entries and corrections as needed.
Provide training, feedback, and coaching to team members according to procedures and best practices.
Administer progressive discipline as needed in compliance with the facility work rules.
Adherence to NSG/Pilkington Standards of Business Conduct and its Values and Principles
Other duties as assigned by manager