Production Supervisor - Finishing Department

Cabinetworks Group•Mount Jackson, VA

2d•$60,000 - $80,000

About The Position

The Production Supervisor provides leadership in the assigned Finishing Department to achieve departmental and plant business objectives. The role coordinates department activities to maximize productivity and minimize costs while maintaining product quality, safety, housekeeping, and employee morale. The supervisor manages performance measures through the Cabinetworks Group Operating System, supports employee development, addresses workplace issues, and participates in continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office Suite.
Demonstrated ability to lead people and achieve results through others.
Successful experience in employee training and development, including training peers and subordinates.
Experience measuring performance against goals and standards.
Ability to balance and achieve positive results in safety, quality, productivity, cost, and employee relations.
Quality orientation and attention to detail.
Strong problem-solving, critical-thinking, and decision-making skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple, sometimes conflicting, responsibilities.
Ability to build positive partnerships and work collaboratively with cross-functional business teams.
Ability to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a related field.
1–2 years of supervisory experience.
Experience with manufacturing software systems.
Continuous improvement training, such as Six Sigma or Kaizen.
Lean Manufacturing knowledge and a strong background in material flow and bottleneck removal principles.
Exposure to systems controls such as ISO 140001.
Green Belt Certification or comparable problem-solving certification.

Responsibilities

Assign and coordinate work; assist with employee selection, review employee performance, resolve employee issues, and administer company policies in the assigned department.
Manage departmental performance measures in the Cabinetworks Group Operating System, including visual controls and the system’s tools and reporting requirements.
Coordinate and direct department activities to maximize productivity and minimize costs while maintaining quality, safety, plant housekeeping, and employee morale.
Ensure job-related accidents or injuries are reported and documented, and take appropriate corrective action promptly.
Recommend equipment upgrades, staffing adjustments, and process modifications.
Inspect products to verify that standards and specifications are met.
Provide technical and behavioral coaching and development to employees.
Track absenteeism and timekeeping in Kronos.
Participate in and/or lead continuous improvement projects to reduce material and labor costs.