Production Supervisor- Nights Shift 404

Jabil•Florence, KY

About The Position

The Production Supervisor directs the activities of the Machine Support group, maintains production schedules, and ensures the group adheres to quality standards. The role includes leadership and management of staff, technical operations, maintenance programs, equipment installation and repair, line moves and builds, and department records and reporting. The supervisor also promotes continuous improvement, customer service, safety, and compliance with company security procedures. The position works the 404 night shift: Wednesday through Saturday in week one and Thursday through Saturday in week two, from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred, plus three years of experience in maintenance management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Hands-on experience and knowledge of Surface Mount Technologies (SMT) and through-hole equipment and gear.
Knowledge of process optimization, Statistical Process Control, Design for Manufacturability, Design for Test, Demand Flow Technology (line balancing), and Design of Experiment methodologies.
Knowledge of engineering disciplines including chemistry, mechanical, electrical, and industrial engineering as they apply to surface mount and final assembly.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is preferred.

Responsibilities

Recruit, interview, and hire Process Engineers, Industrial Techs, WAVE Techs, and Machine Support Techs; communicate candidate criteria to recruiters and coach department staff on interviewing and hiring.
Monitor team member turnover, identify factors for improvement, and implement improvements.
Identify individual and team strengths and development needs; create or validate training curricula; coach and mentor staff; and manage succession plans for the machine shop function.
Set measurable individual and team goals, solicit and act on ongoing feedback, coach and counsel team members, conduct timely evaluations, drive continuous improvement, coordinate large teams during crises, and ensure recognition and rewards are managed fairly.
Provide a forum for department communication, organize ideas clearly, encourage team input, and adapt communication style to team members.
Oversee maintenance management programs for repair parts, preventive maintenance, feeders, and support equipment.
Plan technical staff activities and develop and maintain department reports and records.
Supervise the planning and execution of line moves and builds.
Schedule equipment vendors for installation, repair, and equipment updates.
Ensure procedures and work instructions are efficient and not redundant.
Recommend and implement new ideas, practices, processes, and measurement systems for improvement.
Prioritize customer service by anticipating and meeting expectations and resolving problems quickly and effectively.
Lead by example and use Jabil’s Advanced Engineering group to support Jabil South.
Follow applicable safety and health rules, supervisor directions, and company security procedures.