2nd Shift Production Supervisor

American Air Filter International•Columbia, MO

About The Position

This position contributes to company and plant objectives by overseeing the efficient, cost-effective assembly of filters. The supervisor directs department personnel to complete production schedules safely and on time while controlling costs, efficiency, quality, and equipment, and following company rules and procedures. The role oversees daily production-line operations, schedules filter production and employees, helps ensure production goals are met, and supports improvements to production processes. It also promotes shop-floor safety, ensures employees follow procedures, and maintains equipment and a safe, clean work area. The supervisor may coordinate with quality control on non-conformance issues and may make or recommend personnel and scheduling decisions.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one year of experience in a leadership role; manufacturing experience is preferred.
Knowledge of filter and/or assembly procedures.
Management skills to direct daily department operations.
Mathematical skills to track production numbers and complete daily production paperwork and reports.
Ability to read blueprints and interpret product drawings.
Ability to read a tape measure to 1/64 of an inch.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with employees, management, support staff, and vendors.
Ability to lead others with assistance from supervisors and managers.
Ability to make independent decisions regarding personnel and production issues.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing-environment leadership experience.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain a shop-floor safety culture, including enforcing company disciplinary and safety policies.
Work with quality control as needed to determine causes of non-conformance and recommend production changes.
Manage and oversee daily production-line operations.
Schedule filter production and ensure production goals are met.
Follow applicable regulatory guidelines and industry standards.
Develop improvements to the production process.
Give employees feedback on whether production goals are met.
Schedule employees for overtime.
Ensure manufacturing and production lines and equipment are in good operating order.
Ensure manufacturing operators work according to procedures.
Determine and coordinate manufacturing operations to meet production schedules.
Make or recommend decisions regarding hiring, discipline, terminations, overtime, and work schedules, as applicable.
Enforce company policies, including those related to safety and absenteeism, and administer disciplinary action when appropriate.
Train hourly employees on job functions and machine operation.
Maintain a clean work area and ensure proper tool handling and machinery operation to provide a safe working environment.
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.