Spv I, Production

Progress Rail•Winston Salem, NC
•Onsite

About The Position

The Supervisor I, Production oversees day-to-day shop operations and the movement of work through the shop. This role supervises production workers and ensures manufacturing processes are completed safely, efficiently, and to quality standards. The supervisor communicates job expectations and ensures procedures are followed to meet demand schedules. This is a second-shift position in an indoor, climate-controlled environment.

Requirements

  • Thorough knowledge of production shop-floor operations, including machine shop operations, equipment, processes, materials, and quality objectives.
  • 3–5+ years of experience as a leader in a manufacturing or machining environment.
  • Ability to work as part of a team and manage a diverse workforce.
  • Understanding of how to adjust build schedules and flex personnel as needed during the business day.
  • Understanding of HR policies and how to apply them in appropriate situations.
  • Knowledge of how to establish and maintain a safe work environment, with a strong focus on team safety.
  • Ability to read precision instruments and gauges and work from blueprints and technical drawings.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Basic computer knowledge and skills to understand systematic work.
  • Understanding of company policies and documentation use and storage.
  • Ability to read QWI and schematics and understand instructions.
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds and work in tight, confined spaces while installing or repairing machinery and components.
  • Ability to stand for most of the day and frequently walk, squat, kneel, and climb steps and stairs.
  • Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team to meet production requirements.
  • Strict adherence to safety policies, including blue-flag procedures, and use of required PPE.

Nice To Haves

  • Some college or an associate degree; experience may offset this preference.
  • Supervisor and/or manager training.
  • Training in Lean Manufacturing and Auditing.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise daily production manufacturing of Progress Rail products.
  • Set production schedules and assign employees’ daily work schedules.
  • Verify that materials and tools are available for production.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to establish appropriate and safe work procedures.
  • Communicate production goals, monitor output, and adjust production as needed.
  • Create work orders for tasks to be completed.
  • Coach team members to meet Quality, Safety, Velocity, and Cost metrics.
  • Follow PRS and OSHA safety procedures and ensure employees do the same; proactively audit work areas and employees to improve safety.
  • Provide corrective guidance and disciplinary action when warranted.
  • Maintain employee safety certification, performance review, and disciplinary documentation.
  • Compile daily, weekly, and monthly metrics.
  • Perform Safety Audits, 5S Audits, RCCA, and CAPA, and coordinate manpower and safety meetings to ensure compliance.
  • Perform KRONOS timekeeping duties, including vacation, PTO, scheduled hours, and overtime approval.
  • Determine overtime needs and set priorities when resources are limited.
  • Recommend changes to working conditions and equipment use to maximize efficiency.
  • Perform additional job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary.
  • 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match, immediate vesting, and no waiting period.
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
  • Supplemental accident, critical care, and hospital insurance.
  • HDHP and HSA with seed money.
  • 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.
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