Shift Supervisor - Night Shift - Bowie, TX

WL PLASTICS LLC•Bowie, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading a manufacturing production team to work injury-free/incident-free in a manufacturing environment. The production Supervisor will be responsible for setting up the production line to complete specific orders, overseeing Line workers, and ensuring that orders are completed on time and within budget. To ensure success as a Shift Supervisor, you should exhibit extensive knowledge of production processes and experience in a similar industry. A top-notch Shift Supervisor will be someone whose production line expertise results in production targets being met without compromising on quality. The Shift Supervisor is driven to continually improve performance and embrace changes that will help both their team meet production standards. Driving safety excellence through promoting employee involvement, ownership, and accountability to proactively eliminate hazards. The Shift Supervisor reports to the Production Manager at the manufacturing facility.

Requirements

Preferred candidates will have at least two years of post-secondary education. High School Diploma or equivalent with one year of supervisory experience.
Extensive knowledge of product specifications and production standards.
Must be able to oversee and work safely in a production environment; must be physically capable of performing job-related tasks and job duties.
Proficient with reading, writing, and basic math skills such as calculating percentages and volumes to the job, function, or assignment.
Ability to perform actions within basic computer skills.
Must be a U.S. or non-U.S. citizen with legal status to reside and work in the U.S. for reasons other than practical training.
Ability to use and interpret precision instruments, tools, machinery, and equipment.
Proven leadership, initiative, adaptability, and communication skills are necessary for success in this position.
Must be able to work safely in a production environment; must be physically capable of performing job-related tasks and job duties.
Good organizational skills - must have the ability to determine priorities, manage time properly, and multitask.
Adherence to Quality Policy and ISO 9001 Procedural requirements.
Work closely with Quality Assurance and Shipping personnel.
Regular, predictable, and full attendance is an essential function of the job.

Nice To Haves

Extensive knowledge of production processes and experience in a similar industry.

Responsibilities

Train and coach production line employees.
Oversee production compliance with the WL Plastics Quality Program as defined in the Quality Program Manual (QPM) and ISO 9001 Procedural requirements.
Accountable for the day-to-day supervision of pipe production and operations to include; Ensuring full compliance with all safety and regulatory requirements.
Ensuring safe and efficient start-up of production lines.
Verifying measurements on products and product samples.
Inspect materials, products, or equipment to detect defects or malfunctions.
Oversee all process documentation and training program procedures (EQLs, Toolbox Talks, etc.) for consistency of operational tasks and safety and cleanliness of the facility.
Tracks productivity for measured efficiency and improvement for production utilizing lean manufacturing procedures.
Assist with troubleshooting and solving production issues.
Assuring all resources and assets are utilized safely and efficiently.
Maintaining and communicating information on plant operations to other Shift Supervisors, Quality Assurance, and Production Manager.
Providing leadership and direction for the team in a way that motivates them to meet all safety, productivity, and quality goals in the facility.
Performing other duties assigned by the Production Manager.
12-hour shifts to include weekend work will be required.
Accountable for understanding and putting into practice the SHE Principles. Additionally, the Production Supervisor has a responsibility to cascade the understanding of the principles through the location and their team.