Production Supervisor

Lockwood Industries, LLC dba Fralock•Los Angeles, CA

10d•$78,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

Supervises shift employees in a manufacturing and assembly environment. Plans and assigns work, implements policies and procedures, assists with employee training, and recommends and implements improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures and working conditions to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Ensures deliveries are scheduled to be on time to the due date through utilization of the available resources with limited overtime, agreed upon by standards and at the planned cost.

Requirements

Demonstrated understanding of production processes
Ability to apply appropriate supervisory approach -- coaching, directing, etc.
Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions.
Good communication, teamwork, project management, and presentation skills.
Good leadership/management and business acumen skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with individuals at all levels.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Working knowledge of data collection, data analysis, evaluation, and problem-solving tools.
Able to compute, analyze, compile, compare and coordinate data and processes.
Demonstrated commitment to excellence and high standards.
Self-starter with demonstrated ability to achieve results and respond to change.
Working knowledge of ERP software, MRP, Scheduling and Planning systems, MS Office
5 or more years of experience in a manufacturing operation. 2 years minimum of a Lead and/or Asst. Supervisor role.
Valid driver's license and insurance
Acceptable driving record
AA degree or higher or six (6) years’ experience in a manufacturing operation.

Nice To Haves

Fluent with M2M MRP/ERP system
Knowledge of military and commercial specifications and standards
Lean manufacturing /six sigma training and experience

Responsibilities

Supervises production employees.
Trains, hires, fires subordinates.
Conducts performance reviews of subordinates.
Directs and coordinates production activities with Production Control, Quality, Engineering and Program Management.
Identifies, measures, and documents goals, objectives and plans to realize opportunities and achieve cost reduction targets through management of performance metrics and dashboards.
Ensures deliveries are scheduled to be on time to the original promise date through utilization of the available resources with limited overtime, agreed upon standards and at the planned cost.
Develop job descriptions and training plans for subordinates.
Development and execution of corrective action plans.
Completes production plan by scheduling and assigning personnel; accomplishing work results; establishing priorities; monitoring progress; revising schedules; resolving problems; reporting results of the processing flow on shift production summaries.
Maintains safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of all control points, equipment, and resources, maintaining compliance with established policies and procedures.
Maintains staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees, developing personal growth opportunities.
Supervise staff in accordance with company policies and procedures.