Supervisor-Manufacturing

KYB AMERICAS CORPORATION•Franklin, IN

About The Position

Purpose of Position/Summary: The Manufacturing Supervisor will manage the assigned production area by overseeing the day to day operations, maintaining the efficiency, scrap and improvement targets, and optimizing the headcount of the department. Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Supervise, train, and evaluate associates; Review production orders or schedules to ascertain product data, such as types, quantities and specifications of products and scheduled delivery dates in order to plan department operations; Plan production operations, establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing products, utilizing knowledge of production processes and methods, machine and equipment capabilities and staffing requirements; Review daily production reported through DPS/Biznet/QAD and verify accuracy. Print out daily production audit report for each team leader to audit the DPS against the reported production and ensure that any discrepancies are corrected following the procedure set in place; Coordinate manufacturing activities between all departments to insure production and quality of products meet specifications; Assign workers to specific projects, based on knowledge of production methods, processes, machines and equipment; Supervise special projects as assigned to enhance the functionality of associates, equipment, and processes; Support and direct the maintenance staff in equipment upgrades and repair as needed; Implement safety and good housekeeping standards; Keep management informed of developments as they occur; Maintain compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and company policy; Other duties assigned by immediate Manager on an as needed basis.Qualifications Purpose of Position/Summary: The Manufacturing Supervisor will manage the assigned production area by overseeing the day to day operations, maintaining the efficiency, scrap and improvement targets, and optimizing the headcount of the department. Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Supervise, train, and evaluate associates; Review production orders or schedules to ascertain product data, such as types, quantities and specifications of products and scheduled delivery dates in order to plan department operations; Plan production operations, establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing products, utilizing knowledge of production processes and methods, machine and equipment capabilities and staffing requirements; Review daily production reported through DPS/Biznet/QAD and verify accuracy. Print out daily production audit report for each team leader to audit the DPS against the reported production and ensure that any discrepancies are corrected following the procedure set in place; Coordinate manufacturing activities between all departments to insure production and quality of products meet specifications; Assign workers to specific projects, based on knowledge of production methods, processes, machines and equipment; Supervise special projects as assigned to enhance the functionality of associates, equipment, and processes; Support and direct the maintenance staff in equipment upgrades and repair as needed; Implement safety and good housekeeping standards; Keep management informed of developments as they occur; Maintain compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and company policy; Other duties assigned by immediate Manager on an as needed basis.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Management or related field is required from an accredited institution. 4-6 years of related experience may substitute for a college diploma.
Minimum of 3 to 5 years of manufacturing experience in the automotive field preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Microsoft skillset is required.
Must have the ability to communicate across all departments both internal and external.
Must be able to work with urgency and manage pressure.
This position must have the ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 3 to 5 years of manufacturing experience in the automotive field preferred

Responsibilities

Supervise, train, and evaluate associates
Review production orders or schedules to ascertain product data, such as types, quantities and specifications of products and scheduled delivery dates in order to plan department operations
Plan production operations, establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing products, utilizing knowledge of production processes and methods, machine and equipment capabilities and staffing requirements
Review daily production reported through DPS/Biznet/QAD and verify accuracy. Print out daily production audit report for each team leader to audit the DPS against the reported production and ensure that any discrepancies are corrected following the procedure set in place
Coordinate manufacturing activities between all departments to insure production and quality of products meet specifications
Assign workers to specific projects, based on knowledge of production methods, processes, machines and equipment
Supervise special projects as assigned to enhance the functionality of associates, equipment, and processes
Support and direct the maintenance staff in equipment upgrades and repair as needed
Implement safety and good housekeeping standards
Keep management informed of developments as they occur
Maintain compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and company policy
Other duties assigned by immediate Manager on an as needed basis