Production Supervisor - 2nd shift

Jeld-Wen Inc. • Kentwood, MI

6d

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the Production Manager, the Group Manager is responsible for managing and implementing all production operations and shop activities. This position is a key driver of JELD-WEN’s Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s), including, but not limited to, SQDCI, TPS, OTD, and Continuous Improvement (CI’s) activities and initiatives in direct support of JELD-WEN’s Mission Statement.

Requirements

• B.A. or equivalent from a four-year college; or 5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills along with a sense of urgency and personal accountability.
• Some mechanical aptitude is required, as well as basic computer knowledge.
• Must be ready and available to work second shifts.

Nice To Haves

• Manufacturing experience and knowledge of lean manufacturing process principles preferred.
• Self-motivated and a good leader that has a strong personal commitment to becoming a great leader.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Production Manager, this position will manage and implement the activities on the shop floor, following established procedures and approved processes consistent with JELD-WEN’s Mission Statement.
• This position will work with “Lead” employees and is responsible for providing direct leadership to some “Lead” employees and their subordinates in their assigned areas of production in support of plant operations, goals and objectives.
• Position acts as a Liaison between upper management and the rank-and-file hourly employees providing timely feedback up and down the organizational hierarchy.
• This position directly supervises all production and production support operations, and drives SQDCI, TPS, OTD and CI activities and initiatives during the process.
• Proactively and regularly develops and manages team member’s performance and capabilities, based upon company Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s).
• Assures team activities, equipment, facilities, and personnel are operated and maintained in a manner consistent with plant production goals and objectives, as established by the Plant Manager, Production Manager, and other managerial personnel, inclusive of corporate goals and objectives.
• Assist the Production Manager in establishing and monitoring overall plant performance for production and quality control standards in accordance with SQDCI, TPS, and Continuous Improvement (CI) methodologies.
• Maintain existing plant facilities and equipment, and/or make recommendations and adjustments to plant facilities and equipment to the Plant and Production Managers, when necessary, in conjunction with CI initiatives, goals/objectives.
• Provides leadership and training to accomplish plant/company goals and objectives in accordance with JELD-WEN’s Mission Statement.
• Implements and maintains preventative maintenance programs.
• Assists in workforce development, implements safety awareness programs, communicates safety issues, corrects safety related problems, and assists in investigations into safety related issues as needed and as directed.
• Assists in the performance evaluations of staff and assists in proactive actions of subordinate personnel on an annual, bi-annual, or on an as needed basis.
• May perform other or specified duties as directed by the Plant Manager, Production Manager, or other appropriate supervisory personnel.

Benefits

• Investing in People is one of our Core Values, we strive to attract & retain great people!
• As such, JELD-WEN offers competitive compensation & benefits packages.
• As a global organization, specific benefits may vary, however typically including medical & dental, generous leave policies, retirement program, etc.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees