Production Supervisor

Commercial Vehicle Group•Vonore, TN

13h•Onsite

About The Position

The production supervisor will be responsible for meeting all production goals set for the department. This position will also be responsible for setting the training plan and review for any new associate to the company or to a specific position in the manufacturing area.

Requirements

Strong organizational and project management skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to adapt to changing needs and priorities
Attention to detail
Performed each job skill or thoroughly understands it and can document and communicate the process.
Working knowledge of excel, word, and AS400.
Held a leadership position of some type.
No documented issues related to attendance, efficiency, completion of work, quality of work, teamwork, cleanliness, or safety.
Problem solving ability and a critical thinker.
Able to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; develop alternative solutions; Keep emotions under control while under stressful situations; Speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Present numerical data effectively and accurately; Show respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Promote a harassment-free environment; Work with integrity and ethically; Follow the Company’s policies and procedures; Prioritize and plan work activities; Use time efficiently; Approach others in a tactful manner; Accept responsibility for own actions; Deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events; Be consistently at work and on time; Ensure work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrive at meetings and appointments on time; and Ask for and offer help when needed.
Speak and write in English with correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar to form coherent and cohesive sentences.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and AS400 Manufacturing software.

Responsibilities

Understand and track production metrics for the department
Perform a needs assessment upon review of all associates skills and 3 associate coverage
Work with trainer to develop a plan to improve skills of associates
Maintain a succession plan to cover each position in the department
Mentor and develop associates
Review work instructions and procedures for accuracy
Accurately track KPI’s in the SQDCP database (efficiency, build to schedule, scrap, absenteeism, quality)
Review workload to headcount and adjust as necessary
Provide daily feedback to team
Create and implement corrective actions based on KPI results
Maintain a positive outlook and a can-do attitude
Maintain timecards
Plan coverage for associates with time off
Ensure team is following all safety protocols
Enforce company policy and standards
Maintain 5S in department