Production Supervisor - 3rd Shift

Dana Corporation•Pottstown, PA

67d•Onsite

About The Position

Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving three primary markets - passenger vehicle, commercial truck, and off-highway equipment - Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities. Job Purpose This position is responsible for the day-to-day manufacturing operations in assigned department(s). Responsible for achieving daily productivity, efficiency, cost, quality and safety objectives through both individual and team contributions. Provides direction, leadership, development, and support to direct reports through empowerment, teamwork, on-the-job assignments and continuous improvement initiatives. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the company's policies, OSHA regulations and applicable laws.

Requirements

High School diploma required. College degree or some college preferred
3+ years manufacturing or assembly experience, Experience working in a union environment & supervisory experience preferred
Solution oriented with the ability to investigate and analyze data for problem solving
Project Management skills and ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously
Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, along with the ability to think and act cross-functionally
Computer proficiency in a Windows environment utilizing Microsoft Office
Basic mechanical aptitude with strong attention to detail focus
Ability to work in a fast paced, highly complex setting
Excellent organizational skills
Must be flexible to work on first, second or third shift
Must have the ability to work overtime and weekends as required

Responsibilities

Oversee, provide leadership, and coordinate activities for production within the plant to ensure quality and productivity targets are attained
Supervise all employees in your department(s) and manage the flow of production
Encourage teamwork within the lines and across all shifts
Monitor shop floor safety. Responsible for training team members in their operations and the safety requirements of that operation
Responsible for maintaining high standards for housekeeping, safety and general maintenance
Actively participate in all aspects of quality control as it relates to daily production
Verify work standards/ set up sheets, quality checkpoint sheets and all other production related documents are present at the point of use and up to date. Must also ensure employees follow them
Monitor scrap on daily basis and implement corrective actions to achieve yearly scrap goals
Focus on improving product and process capability
Forward thinking and self-motivated in relation to production floor/ systems improvements
Involved in problem solving and corrective actions related to production issues
Oversee production meetings with employees in your department(s)
Liaison to Team Leaders on all shifts (Coach, Lead, and Direct). Must be willing to accept phone calls during off hours
Able to coach and give disciplinary notices to employees when necessary
Update and assess employee-training matrix at all times
Schedule and post overtime requirements when necessary
Monitor vacation and attendance of employees in your department. Responsible for time entry
Supports, enforces and complies with all company policies and procedures
In charge of completing performance evaluations on employees