Supervisor, Operations - 650

PCC Talent Acquisition Portal•Wickliffe, OH

About The Position

The Supervisor, Operations is responsible for safely manufacturing company products across a broad range of manufacturing processes and meeting quality, productivity, cost, and delivery requirements. The role supervises multiple production functions and shifts while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, 6S, and process requirements. The supervisor is directly involved in hiring, training, discipline, and performance reviews for production employees.

Requirements

Successful experience in related production operations supervision and management.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities and adapt to changing situations and priorities.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including off-shifts, weekends, and holidays, as needed to meet production demands.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or a related Engineering field.
Minimum of 3 years of industrial supervisory or similar leadership experience.
Extensive training in manufacturing processes, supervision, and operations management.

Nice To Haves

MS or MBA degree.
At least 3 years of experience in manufacturing operations.
Highly organized and self-motivated, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
Strategic vision for new and future technology supporting manufacturing and operational excellence.
Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, or Six Sigma certification.
Background and experience with 6S implementation and management.
Proven ability to work hands-on with the team to achieve objectives.

Responsibilities

Safely manufacture quality products that meet customer specifications and delivery commitments.
Practice 6S principles and maintain excellent housekeeping in the department.
Ensure employees follow all safety requirements, including the Cardinal Rules of Safety.
Keep standard operating procedures and engineering procedures current and accurate, and ensure they are followed.
Schedule employees to meet production needs and ensure vacation and time off comply with plant policies.
Supervise and coach department employees to meet or exceed daily product metrics and goals.
Ensure adherence to process control procedures, operating instructions, and quality control instructions.
Manage operational metrics, including TOC, variable cost, and LU targets, daily, weekly, and monthly.
Communicate daily with employees about production needs and general plant communications.
Control quality, delivery, production costs, work-in-process levels, and production throughput.
Provide input on the design and installation of equipment for new manufacturing processes.
Work with employees to resolve technical and personnel problems constructively.
Maintain and enhance a team environment and motivate the production workforce.
Troubleshoot production problems and provide cost-effective resolutions.
Maintain thorough knowledge of production processes and materials.
Control manufacturing costs, work-in-process inventory, and throughput.
Participate in hiring, training, discipline, and performance reviews for production employees.
Perform other duties as assigned.