Supervisor, Production

Leviton Manufacturing•West Jefferson, NC

11d

About The Position

This position is responsible for coordinating and supervising the technical resources including people, tools, and machines for the industrial production of plastic components and finished goods. In addition, this position ensures that scheduled production requirements are met within set budgeted and quality requirements in a safe and orderly manner.

Requirements

Ability to demonstrate leadership, provide tactical supervision, and effectively delegate prioritized work assignments to subordinate staff
Effectively communicate with co-workers and management
Exercise independent judgment with limited instruction and guidance
Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic equipment and processes; specific knowledge in manufacturing automation, preferred
Working knowledge of Lean and Ergonomic concepts
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint at a basic level
High School Diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s or Associate Degree strongly preferred
Minimum of five years technical experience in mechanical, processing, and/or hydraulic systems; manufacturing experience preferred
Minimum two years supervisory experience preferred

Responsibilities

Supervises resources in a manner that supports established budgets for volume, scrap, and labor
Investigates system and process related problems, recommends and implements corrective actions
Determines parts supply, maintenance tasks, safety procedures, and service schedules required to maintain machines and equipment in prescribed condition
Develops and maintains daily metrics of production goals vs. achievements. Analyzes shortfalls and documents the causes. Takes immediate steps to remove obstacles to meeting production goals
Implements and supervises adherence to all company policies, including but not limited to, safety, attendance, training, preventive maintenance, Quality, and the employee handbook
Performs supervisory duties including, but not limited to hiring, training, scheduling, assigning work, evaluating, and rewarding performance
Coaches, mentors, and guides direct reports to effectively diagnose, repair, adjust, and maintain processing and packaging equipment within established standards for safety, quality, and performance (Overall Equipment Effectiveness)
Performs audits on Preventive Maintenance (PM), in-process checks, changeover logs, line organization (5S), line scrap, and production boards
Drives process improvements, sees that all projects have accountability, and that promised dates are met
Assists with root cause analyses and 8D, where applicable
In coordination with other departments, develops and maintains procedures and instructions in an ISO 9001 environment and ensures that each employee is abiding by the procedures in place
Performs additional duties as assigned