The Production Supervisor is responsible for supervising operations to ensure production is operating in a safe, efficient, and timely manner. Responsible for productions schedules and posting of daily work assignments based upon production needs and individual strengths. Must be shop floor orientated and provide “hands-on” product/process support for all reports on a daily basis. This individual will be the driver behind product/process safety, quality, delivery and morale. Accountable for continuous improvement of assigned department as well as training and development of direct reports.
- Supervise, plan and coordinate all production operations on assigned shift to maintain production schedules, quality and cost standards, and maximize efficiency.
- Ensure quality of work, efficient material and work flow, proper use and care of equipment and machines, and proper application of production methods.
- Organize and assign work to utilize employees’ knowledge, skills, and abilities to the best advantage to expedite work schedules and obtain efficient work performance.
- Improves productivity throughout the plant through employee training, involvement in and implementation of lean manufacturing practices, and supporting implementation of the stow system goals and objectives.
- Leads employee training and tier meetings to keep lines of communication open.
- Evaluate work performance and counsel and coach employees to maintain safe and efficient work performance.
- Maintain continual focus on reducing scrap to lower production costs as well as reduce possibility of shipping sub-standard product to customers.
- Ensures that plant maintains a safe, clean and organized work environment through implementation and support of all aspects of 5S and OPEX initiative.
- Maintain conformance with Company policies, work rules and regulations by coaching employees and/or initiating disciplinary actions as required.
- Oversee a team of 30+ direct reports