The Production Supervisor will lead safety and qualify within a designated production area and throughout the plant, directing and coordinating the daily activities involved in producing products. This position will also provide leadership to employees by setting the example, exercising good communication techniques, supporting company's policies and programs and treating employees fairly and consistently. Focus on improvement activities by reviewing and analyzing data to determine areas of opportunities.
Responsible for providing a safe and productive work environment. Develop, implement and sustain the 5S culture.
Communicate and drive adherence to company policies, business plans and conditions to employees so they understand and perform to the operating requirements.
Investigates deviations in efficiency, scrap, on-time delivery, PPM and other measurables, determines root cause thru tools (A3, 8D, 5-Why, Kaizen, etc.) and works with direct reports/peers to implement effective countermeasure.
Interact and work with program management team members in order to meet requirements of new launches/new model year production. This will include the following:
Confer with management, engineering and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules and other considerations to facilitate the manufacturing process.
Your Experience & Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business or technical field from a four-year college or university preferred or supervisor/leadership experience (3 years) required.
Experience in plastic molding & assembly preferred
Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles
Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and bill of materials.
Working knowledge of QS9000, ISO14001 and TS16949 standards, as applicable to the position.
