Production Supervisor

US Tsubaki Automotive • Chicopee, MA

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About The Position

The TSUBAKI name is synonymous with excellence in quality, dependability, and customer service. U.S. Tsubaki Automotive, LLC is an international tier-one supplier of high-speed chain drive systems to the automotive industry. The Production Supervisor directs and coordinates union personnel within the various departments involving the various stages of manufacturing and assembly of automotive parts, specifically timing chain system components.

Requirements

• 3 to 7 years of supervisory experience or production leadership
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from employees at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to communicate with all employees and deal with difficult situations as they arise, while effectively adhering to company policy and procedure.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and work instructions.
• Intermediate knowledge of Excel, Word required
• Demonstrable knowledge and experience in Lean Manufacturing, Project Management and ISO procedures is required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with ERP Systems.
• Strong knowledge of EHS standards, Quality Control and Production processes.
• Excellent leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Must be able to work 1st, 2nd or 3rd Shift, depending on the current operational needs.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Directing, coordinating, training, coaching, and supervising the daily activities of assigned employees that are directly and/or indirectly engaged in the production process of assigned products/departments/processes in a manner that ensures all safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and labor utilization goals are achieved.
• Provide clear expectations, coaching and direction to employees.
• Create and monitor daily efficient flow of material through the department by utilization of manpower and equipment in the department.
• Determine and implement continuous improvement plans for the equipment, and overall department.
• Monitor yearly budget for the department ensure goals are met by reducing cost related to production and MRO supplies.
• Foster working relationships with associated departments i.e. EHS, Planning, Engineering and Quality.
• Establish and maintain effective communication vehicles such as toolbox meetings and employee meetings.
• Understands, communicates, and follows all company policies, work rules, and Union Contract.
• Analyze and resolve work problems, or assists workers in solving work problems.
• Correctly maintains time and attendance records.
• Confers with Group Leader(s) and employees to coordinate activities of individual departments.
• Ensure department inventory is accurate.
• Partner with Human Resources and management when addressing grievance and disciplinary matters to ensure fair and consistent treatment of all employees.
• Make daily decisions on production schedules and personnel related matters that affect the delivery and quality.
• Accomplish goals by working to a high ethical standard and consistently complies with all company policies, work rules, Union Contractual agreements, and applicable laws with little to no direct supervision.

Benefits

• health benefits effective on date of hire
• dental and vision benefits effective on the first of the month following date of hire
• Paid Time Off ("PTO")
• 11 paid holidays
• generous 401(k) match
• profit sharing
• annual bonus potential
• life insurance
• short and long-term disability
• flexible spending accounts
• commuter benefits
• education reimbursement
• home and auto insurance discounts
• pet insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level