Production Supervisor (Machine Shop)

Weldaloy Specialty Forgings•Warren, MI

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing designated shift production operations within the Machine Shop, Saw, and Shipping & Receiving departments. This role involves leading, directing, motivating, and coaching employees to achieve company objectives, ensuring efficiency standards are met, and collaborating with internal stakeholders to achieve business goals. The supervisor will also manage material staging, submit improvement requests, and ensure compliance with quality, safety, and environmental programs. A key aspect of this role is understanding and adhering to the UAW Collective Bargaining Agreement, including participation in grievance handling and wage reviews.

Requirements

Minimum of an Associate’s degree or equivalent and at least three years of related experience and/or equivalent education & experience.
Previous supervisory experience is required, preferably in a union environment.
Previous experience in manufacturing is highly desired.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook.
Demonstrated problem solving skills and excellent organizational and communication skills.
Ability to multi-task.
This position involves access to technical data that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), which define a “U.S. person” to include a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). Employment is contingent upon the applicant’s ability to meet these requirements or the Company’s ability to obtain an export license on the applicant’s behalf.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience using CRM/ERP tools preferred.
Working knowledge of AS9100 and ISO:9001 international standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

Supervise designated shift production operations (Machine Shop, Saw, and Shipping & Receiving).
Lead, direct, motivate and coach employees for the benefit of the company. Create strong two-way communication throughout the organization.
Monitor daily work activities to ensure efficiency standards are met and incorporate practices to improve production efficiencies.
Ensure employees report to work centers assigned by Production Control or make adjustments to the assignments based on resource availability conditions.
Arrange for coverage in the case of employee absences. May perform functions of supervised employees in emergency and absentee situations.
Ensure compliance with the company’s quality, safety and environmental and housekeeping programs; Collaborates with key internal stakeholders to achieve business goals and objectives.
Issue and stage materials for next shift’s production needs, including issuing supplies and updating inventory locations.
Submit Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) for process improvements and corrections.
Understand and comply with terms of the UAW Collective Bargaining Agreement. Participate in Step 1 of the grievance handling process as needed.
Recommend, direct and manage training courses for production employees.
Provide performance evaluation details. Lead semi-annual wage review meetings for represented employees.
Ensure employees follow the designated production schedules and assist in work prioritization where necessary.
Provide feedback to employees related to non-conformances and efficiency data.
Enforce shop rules and company policies and administer disciplinary action as necessary.
Initiate maintenance work request related to equipment and the facility.
Oversee the receiving process for all incoming goods.
Complete required reports within 24 hours for anyone injured while on duty; Arrange for transportation to the Company’s designated occupational health clinic.
Utilize continuous improvement tools to improve systems and reduce the cost of manufacturing.
Additional duties as assigned.