Production Supervisor, Weekday Night Shift (Tuesday-Friday) 8:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.

Indiana Automotive Fasteners Careers•Greenfield, IN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor supports department Team Members in achieving departmental and company goals and serves as an example for other employees. The supervisor leads the department with Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) in mind, maintains knowledge of department jobs, and champions the Toyota Production System (TPS), Total Predictive Maintenance (TPM), and continuous improvement. The role coordinates effective training for new Team Members and cross-training for area and process coverage. It serves as the first point of contact for department Team Members, facilitates shift-start communications, plans work assignments, sets priorities, and helps ensure on-time delivery and conforming product. The supervisor manages production performance, abnormal conditions, safety and quality activities, and department systems and standards. The position may also provide production coverage, participate in hiring and improvement projects, and act as an interim leader during a Section Manager’s short-term absence.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Three years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to perform basic troubleshooting activities with minimal direction after training.
Ability to recognize bottlenecks and adjust plans or manpower as necessary.
Ability to read and understand Kanban and match Kanban to parts.
Ability to use calipers to measure parts.
Ability to use hand tools and understand and perform required techniques.
Ability to identify problems and develop appropriate solutions.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, quality specifications, and engineering specifications.
Familiarity with industrial equipment and mechanical tools.
Ability to read the Production Schedule.
Proficiency working in a Windows computer environment and in Excel.
Ability to look up work instructions or reference documents.
Ability to take initiative.
Ability to extend the shift by 30 minutes at each end.
Safety awareness and a quality-focused approach.
Ability to collaborate and inspire teamwork.
Adaptability and willingness to learn, perform, and take on various duties.
Orientation toward continuous improvement, including making suggestions and improving processes and quality.
Strong organization and self-motivation.
Ability to meet the physical demands of constant standing, walking, bending, and lifting; occasional kneeling, climbing, and reaching; and lifting up to 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.
Five to seven years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain knowledge of all jobs within the department.
Champion the Toyota Production System (TPS) and Total Predictive Maintenance (TPM).
Coordinate training for new Team Members and develop cross-training plans to ensure area and process coverage.
Serve as the first point of contact for department Team Members, providing support and communication.
Facilitate department Start of Shift Meetings, SQDC messages, and communication of expectations.
Plan department work assignments and assign daily tasks.
Establish work priorities and sequences to promote 100% on-time customer delivery.
Ensure each process sends only conforming product or parts to the next process.
Improve work instructions and procedures.
Determine root causes and countermeasures for product nonconformances, machine or tool issues, process problems, abnormal conditions, and other matters that can benefit from Kaizen or continual improvement.
Manage the Floor Management System, including developing, communicating, and posting results.
Provide HazMat training and compliance support in applicable areas.
Support development and execution of the area’s function action plan.
Coordinate shift transition with the oncoming or off-going Area Leader.
Step into production assignments as needed to cover absences or emergencies.
Manage abnormal conditions by communicating, analyzing, and resolving issues.
Lead Area 4S+ and enforce established standards.
Communicate and report safety matters and enforce team compliance, including accident investigations and countermeasures, protective equipment, on-the-job protection, OSHA requirements, and emergency action plans.
Facilitate quality by auditing work instructions for completeness and accuracy and ensuring standard work is followed.
Manage area and Team Member performance and communicate promptly with the Section Manager.
Complete non-routine projects and assignments, including participating in Kaizen events and helping lead improvement processes.
Act as an interim leader during a Section Manager’s short-term absence.
Participate in hiring new Team Members and in the decision-making process.
Complete other assignments as deemed necessary by IAF leadership.