Spv I, Production

Progress Rail•Cleveland, OH

1d•$57,538 - $106,440

About The Position

The Spv I, Production oversees the day-to-day operation and movement of the shop. This role supervises production workers and ensures manufacturing processes are completed safely, efficiently, and with quality in mind. The supervisor communicates job expectations and ensures procedures are followed to meet demand schedules. Progress Rail is a provider of railroad products, services, and technologies. Founded in 1983, it serves railway customers around the globe, with products operating in more than 100 countries. Progress Rail joined Caterpillar Inc. in 2006.

Requirements

3–5+ years of experience working as a lead in a machine tool environment.
Supervisory or management experience in a warehousing and/or manufacturing environment.
Thorough knowledge of production shop-floor operations, including machine shop operations, equipment, and processes.
Familiarity with materials and quality objectives.
Supervisor and/or manager training.
Ability to work together in a team environment and manage a diverse workforce.
Understanding of how to adjust build schedules and flex personnel as needed throughout the business day.
Understanding of HR policies and how to apply them in certain situations.
Knowledge of establishing and maintaining a safe work environment, with a strong focus on team safety.

Nice To Haves

Some college or an associate degree is preferred, but not required; experience may offset this.

Responsibilities

Supervise daily production manufacturing of Progress Rail products.
Set up production schedules and assign daily work schedules to employees.
Verify that allocated materials and tools are available for production.
Work with line leads to establish proper and safe procedures for work being performed.
Emphasize goals to line leads, monitor output levels, and adjust as needed to ensure goals are met.
Produce work orders for tasks to be completed.
Coach team members to meet Quality, Safety, Velocity, and Cost metrics.
Comply with PRS and OSHA safety procedures and ensure employees do the same; proactively audit work areas and employees to improve safety.
Issue corrective guidance and/or disciplinary actions when warranted or needed.
Maintain team files for employee safety certifications, performance reviews, and disciplinary documentation.
Compile weekly Open Orders reports.

Benefits

Competitive salary.
401(k) plan with up to 6% company match, no waiting period, and immediate vesting.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
Supplemental accident, critical care, and hospital insurance; an HDHP and HSA with seed money are also available.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Paid vacation.
Paid holidays.
Paid Time-Off (PTO).
Employee Assistance Plan.
Education Assistance Program.
Employee Recognition Programs.
Site-specific production and incentive plans.
Site-specific step and skill level wage adjustment plans.
Site-specific relocation and sign-on bonus programs.