Superintendent, Production

Magna International•Highland Park, MI

About The Position

What we offer: At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are. Group Summary: Magna is an innovative leader in the development and manufacturing of high quality complete seating systems. Our solution includes seating structures, mechanisms and hardware, as well as foam and trim products for global automotive, heavy truck and bus industries. Our capabilities include market and consumer research; full concept development; design and engineering capabilities; testing, validation and world-class manufacturing. Our award-winning seating solutions are developed from consumer research, finding the ease of operation to be comfortable, convenient and connected.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of five (5) years of production supervisory experience in an automotive manufacturing facility preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Team oriented, communicates well with others, and able to interact with people at all levels and departments.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, and various manufacturing/business information software.
Working knowledge of safety standards and OSHA guidelines.
Working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, including participation in kaizen events.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor or Associate degree in related field preferred
Just-in-Time (JIT) manufacturing experience preferred.
Formal training on problem solving methodologies preferred (i.e., 5-why analysis, 8-D, etc.).

Responsibilities

Determine and manage appropriate manpower requirements in conjunction with the Production Supervisors.
Ensures Production Supervisors are adhering to standardized work instructions, rotation schedules, and cross training is done as necessary.
Tracks and reports daily production and drives improvements where necessary.
Administers and ensures compliance with the Quality and Material Management System requirements as outlined in the policy manuals.
Performs minor maintenance functions, when necessary.
Participates and leads process improvement projects: productivity, quality, ergonomics, etc.
Collaborates with Department Managers and the Human Resources Manager in the administration of disciplinary action, when necessary.
Ensures the thoroughness and timely completion of scheduled performance reviews for shift employees.
Ensures Production Supervisors are monitoring, maintaining and accurately recording employees’ time related to the Attendance and Time-Off Policies (e.g. vacation, medical day, jury duty, etc) within established time frames; and all required supporting documentation is obtained timely.
Supports and enforces the principles of the Employee Charter, Company goals and objectives, and decisions and policies by taking ownership and communicating these in a positive and supportive manner.