Supervisor - Production

MDI-Grand Rapids•Grand Rapids, MN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor is responsible for ensuring efficient and cost-effective operations of the extrusion, die-cut and print areas. The opening is at our Grand Rapids location. MDI offers benefits to full and part time employees with a generous paid time off policy, tuition reimbursement and an array of other competitive benefits, including: Medical Dental Vision Employer Paid Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance Accident Care Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Starting wage rage for this position: $49,000 to $55,000 (final salary dependent on experience) Job Description Summary: This position is responsible for ensuring efficient and cost-effective operations of the extrusion, die-cut and print areas.

Requirements

Associates Degree or equivalent experience.
Previous manufacturing experience.
Previous supervisory experience.
Ability to operate basic computer equipment and peripherals as well as company standard software.
Able to effectively perform all basic mathematical functions (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages.)
Ability to effectively read, interpret and communicate industry and customer specific documentation.
Problem analysis and resolution skills.
Working knowledge of all production equipment.
Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check.
Verified eligibility for employment in the United States.
Valid state-issued driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Manage manufacturing activities to meet or exceed established manufacturing costs, customer specification and quality requirements.
Ensure production deadlines are met.
Ensure departmental performance measures are achieved.
Ensure production schedule is achieved.
Provide daily progress reports.
Provide leadership, supervision, and development opportunities to direct reports.
Displays proficiency in duties of all direct-reports.
Ensure all work in process (WIP) is properly identified.
Ensure all employees times are properly assigned to production manufacturing orders.
Implements continuous improvement programs using problem analysis and resolution skills.
Works independently, efficiently manages time, and uses experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
Employ effective, respectful and persuasive spoken and written communication skills.
Ensure compliance with work instructions and/or Quality Management System (QMS) procedures.
Ensure adherence to all current company policies.
Ensure effective employee relations.
Ensure effective staffing, wage, development and performance decisions.
Maintain highest levels of ethics and confidentiality.
Maintain a safe work environment for yourself and others including wearing mandatory Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Functions effectively in a fast paced, diverse, team environment.
Other duties as assigned.