Production Supervisor (Manufacturing)

Mauser Packaging SolutionsChicago, IL
$80,000 - $90,000Onsite

About The Position

Mauser Packaging Solutions is seeking a dedicated Production Supervisor to join their manufacturing team. This role is crucial in leading and training employees to achieve production objectives related to safety, quality, production, packaging, and maintenance. The ideal candidate will coordinate production activities, manage shift performance, and ensure production goals are met in a timely and cost-effective manner. This position offers opportunities for growth and development within a company committed to innovation and sustainability.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or operations management
  • 3 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Previous Labor Relations experience
  • Previous experience working in a Lean environment; Embraces continuous improvement
  • Self-directed team player
  • Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Flexibility to work multiple shifts

Nice To Haves

  • Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification a plus

Responsibilities

  • Provides leadership and training to accomplish production objectives for Safety, Quality, Production, Packaging, and Maintenance.
  • Coordinates production activities with other departments to ensure production goals/objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost-effective manner.
  • Works with the operations team to ensure vacancies are covered for any planned/unplanned absences.
  • Establishes and monitors shift performance for safety, quality, and production standards.
  • Enters production data accurately into the system to measure and monitor KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) around efficiencies, downtime, inventory, and overall production.
  • Updates communication boards to keep production floor team members informed about safety, quality, and efficiency metrics. Leads employee start-up meetings.
  • Works with other team members to control and improve efficiencies, minimize labor overtime, downtime, and repair expenses. Implements cost-effective systems as necessary.
  • Promotes shop floor organization and plant housekeeping with employees using lean techniques such as 5S.
  • Acts as the first point of contact for operators regarding mechanical failure or production issues; directs maintenance employees to troubleshoot mechanical problems and perform preventative maintenance.
  • May conduct tool store inventory reviews to ensure proper tools and/or parts are available for use.
  • Prepares and reviews employees' worked hours for submission to payroll.

Benefits

  • medical
  • dental
  • paid time off
  • other competitive benefits
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