Mgr, Shift - 3rd Shift

Shurtape Technologies•New Hartford, NY

1d•$80,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Shift Manager provides leadership and direction to assigned employees while meeting safety, quality, and productivity standards. The role manages departmental and plant resources, monitors processes, meets deadlines, and identifies and facilitates solutions to operate effectively and efficiently. It is based at Shurtape Connecticut in New Hartford, Connecticut, on the third shift. The Shift Manager supervises and develops employees, coordinates production and material needs, maintains records, and communicates with management and other departments. The position also monitors manufacturing quality and equipment, supports safety and housekeeping programs, investigates accidents, and drives continuous improvement in operations, costs, and performance.

Requirements

0–3 years of related experience.
High school graduate; a bachelor’s degree is preferred.
Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
Ability to comprehend technical documents.
Understanding of Lean Six Sigma and maintenance work-order systems.
Understanding of plant-related safety, health, and environmental regulations.
Strong leadership, delegation, accountability, communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to plan and execute proactively, organize work, set priorities, and pay attention to detail.
Resilience, self-confidence, self-starting ability, and a positive attitude.
Problem-solving and data interpretation skills, including fact-based decision-making.
Knowledge of facility operations, building systems, electrical and mechanical functions, operational procedures, and safety and compliance requirements.
Knowledge of local fire systems, inspections, regulations, and emergency response team protocols.
Ability to lead continuous improvement projects, establish targets, assess project return on investment, and manage project resources.
Completion of initial Yellow Belt training.
Ability to develop and deliver training materials, including safety, security, and work instructions.
Sound judgment, critical thinking, agile decision-making, and willingness to take calculated risks.
Knowledge of corporate profit measures such as EBITDA, cost drivers, improvement targets, and material, labor, overhead, and variance measures.
Facilitation and presentation skills, ability to build a cohesive team, provide critical feedback, and simplify complex information.
Ability to lift, bend, and stoop when required; stand for extended periods; occasionally lift up to 100 pounds; and work at a laptop or PC workstation for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
Experience with sustainability and energy-efficiency initiatives.
Knowledge of facility operational cost savings and Lean Six Sigma techniques, including TIMWOOD.
Negotiation skills and ability to understand and communicate strategic plans and navigate contractual language.
Technical and automation competency, including computer operations, programming logic, and systems, hardware, and equipment acquisition, installation, and implementation.
Industry knowledge of best practices.

Responsibilities

Supervise employees, assign workloads, evaluate performance annually, approve timecards, and initiate employee changes.
Direct departmental training and arrange retraining when needed.
Maintain communication between employees and management.
Maintain required production records and report them to management.
Report material needs, coordinate with purchasing and scheduling to prevent shortages, and supervise material handling and inventory control.
Work with management and HR on activities affecting shift employees.
Consult with plant engineers and management about maintenance issues and process changes.
Collaborate with other shift supervisors and departments to achieve production results.
Recommend equipment and workforce changes needed to meet production schedules, improve quality, reduce manufacturing costs, and support safety.
Ensure safety, fire protection, and housekeeping programs are followed.
Observe production operations and analyze quality data to ensure compliance with manufacturing and product specifications.
Ensure departmental equipment is appropriately maintained.
Investigate accidents to support employee health and welfare.
Participate in company-sponsored and self-development programs and facilitate employee team meetings while providing guidance and support.