Production Supervisor

Lear Corp. • Grand Prairie, TX

65d • Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the Operations team, the Production Supervisor will be responsible for supervision of manufacturing personnel and operation, assuring that quality, safety, productivity, schedule, and delivery goals are met daily.

Requirements

• Associates or Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 2 years of prior supervisory experience leading a team in a production environment
• Strong ability to use independent judgment in determining methods and processes
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, work methods, and production flow
• Drive 5S, Lean, and improvement activities to maintain effectiveness, organization, and cleanliness of production floor
• Ability to use database and MS Office products required
• Conduct risk assessments of processes and tasks in the department
• Perform other duties as required by plant management
• Strong skills in oral and written communication
• Comply with and lead improvements to Environment, Health, and Safety (EH&S) rules and procedures

Nice To Haves

• 3-5 years of production supervision experience
• Prior manufacturing supervision experience in a progressive environment

Responsibilities

• Responsible for supervising shop employees in a manufacturing environment
• This position plans and assigns work, implements policies and procedures, and recommends improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures and working conditions
• Ensure effective employee relations are maintained on the shop floor
• Provide employee coaching and development
• Resolve employee issues through problem resolution
• Balance quality, productivity, cost, safety, and morale to achieve positive results in all areas
• Work to continuously improve in all areas of the production line
• Manage departmental performance measures, including visual control and provides regular progress reports to manager
• Provide leadership, participate in LEAN events, perform accident investigations, maintain proper inventory levels, and manage department priorities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees