Production Supervisor (1st Shift)

Nammo Defense Systems, Inc•Perry, FL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Nammo Perry is a center of excellence for the design, development and production of munitions and pyrotechnic products for the U.S. Department of Defense. Nammo employees working at the Florida site manufacture all types of 40mm low and high velocity ammunition; pyrotechnic marking; signaling and tactical illumination devices; battlefield effects training simulators; demolition charges; hand grenade fuzes; and other ammunition components. Additionally, they provide load, assemble, and pack (LAP) services for large caliber direct-fire ammunition. The Production Supervisor will supervise activities of assigned department(s) with respect to safety, quality, and cost while meeting production schedules, volume, and cleanliness.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED required
Must be able to submit to and pass a drug test and background screening pursuant to Company policy (includes random testing throughout employment).
Must have good vision (may be corrected)
Must be able to detect and discern audible pages, warning codes etc. in a production plant
Must be able to stand/walk for prolonged periods of time
Must be able to endure fumes that are within OSHA accepted standards
Must be able to reach overhead and outward to place or retrieve an item
Must have stamina to work more than the scheduled workday when needed
Must be able to manage employees across multiple physical locations on campus. This includes making multiple trips per shift between locations either on foot, or using company provided transportation.
Must be physically present at work during business hours
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Must be able to pick up, handle, manipulate, work with, control, use, maneuver, assemble or manage very small items
Must be able to use general hand tools
Must be able to bend and stoop
Must be able to drive a car, truck or golf cart
Must be able to travel off site
Must be able to endure weather and temperature extremes

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred
Well-developed interpersonal skills and sound administrative skills
Good communication skills, both oral and written
Solid math and reading skills
Attentive to accuracy and detail
Ability to keep information confidential
Results oriented
Ability to establish credibility and be decisive
Good organizational skills and strong reasoning abilities
Ability to lead and develop others
Proficient in Microsoft Office; Excel, Word, Outlook
General mechanical knowledge a plus
At least one year manufacturing management or supervision experience preferred

Responsibilities

Act as the senior Safety, Quality and Production representative for their assigned product lines(s).
Ensure that high standards of safety are developed, met and maintained as well as conduct regular safety meetings.
Oversee and train all operators on assigned product lines to the safety, quality, and production requirements of each work instruction. Conduct daily audits of employees to ensure compliance.
Complete production plans by scheduling and assigning personnel, accomplishing work results, establishing priorities, monitoring progress, revising schedules, resolving problems, and reporting results on shift production summaries.
Attend and support the Integrated Product Team (IPT) meetings by compiling, initiating, sorting, and analyzing production performance records and data; answering questions and responding to requests.
Conduct employee evaluations and establish accountabilities and goals as required.
Engage and stimulate maximum efficiency and productivity of production workers.
Maintain adherence to Company policies and procedures, safety standards and good housekeeping practices.
Assist maintenance and Engineering team when needed, ensuring that machinery, equipment, fixtures and facilities are properly maintained by responsible personnel for efficient production and safety while maintaining a safe and clean work environment.
Assure that assigned product lines and buildings receive proper start up/shutdown protocols in accordance with procedures and guidelines.
Foster “Lean Operating Principles” and 5S on the production floor. Assure efficient and economical utilization of materials, improvement of methods and elimination of wasteful practices within the department.
Recommend the promotion, demotion, termination, transferring and disciplinary action of production employees as required in a fair and consistent manner per policy.
Comply with proper management of hazardous waste including packaging, labeling, segregation, and temporary storage.
Maintain good employee relations and adherence to Affirmative Action Plan, Labor Laws, and EEO rules and regulations.
Other duties as assigned.