Supervisor, 3rd Shift

Kohler Co. • Union City, TN

16h • Onsite

About The Position

The Supervisor directs a group of hourly associates within a specific department. The role is responsible for ensuring products are manufactured in accordance with established production processes, design and technical specifications; directing the workforce to meet approved production schedules within budgeted cost; and enforcing the plant’s employee relations policies and procedures. The position is onsite in Union City, Tennessee, and is identified as a 3rd shift role.

The Supervisor coordinates production and quality activities with Team Leaders, monitors raw materials and equipment, and takes corrective action when performance or goals fall short. The role also oversees safety communication and compliance, determines manpower needs, reviews subordinate performance, and handles recommendations and complaints in coordination with upper management.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment, with emphasis on high-volume, high-mix manufacturing processes.
• Proven project management and cross-functional relationship skills.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing Techniques.
• Analytical and structured approach to problem solving.
• Leadership skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with all members of the organization.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
• Glass fabrication experience is a definite asset.
• Experience in an ISO/world-class certified manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate efforts with Team Leaders through daily and weekly productivity and production reports to maximize efficiency while maintaining quality standards.
• Observe and inspect raw material performance at various production stages, taking corrective action as needed to maintain quality standards.
• Initiate verbal and written corrective action when goals are not being met, and inform Team Leaders of potential problem areas.
• Inspect equipment and review parts usage, production data, and downtime to determine whether preventive maintenance and proper operating procedures are being followed; take appropriate action.
• Review safety and accident reports and inspection reports, and use visual observation to ensure safety requirements are met.
• Communicate safety and health matters to subordinates through periodic meetings and ensure prompt corrective action when needed.
• Determine weekly manpower needs by reviewing workload requirements and initiate appropriate action.
• Review subordinate performance against goals and suggest improvements to support a coordinated effort.
• Recommend subordinate promotions, employment, dismissal, or compensation changes to upper management.
• Receive and process subordinate complaints by reviewing facts according to company policy for discussion and review with upper management.

Benefits

• Applicable benefit programs available from the first day of employment, with no waiting period.
• Performance bonus or variable incentive compensation.
• Competitive total rewards package supporting health and wellbeing.
• Access to career growth and development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed