Production Supervisor - Watts Water Technologies : Job Details

We're Watts. Together, we're reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

What we do:

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation - and we have a dynamic future ahead.

The Watts Water Technologies family of companies designs and manufactures valves and drains and related products that promote the comfort and safety of people and the quality, conservation and control of water used in commercial, residential, industrial, and municipal applications. Everything we design is made to keep the Earth's most precious resource safer, cleaner, and more useful for our customers.

Direct daily activities associated with a high volume manufacturing facility. Provide leadership to hourly and salaried employees and foster an atmosphere of safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

As the Production Supervisor, you will oversee daily operations in a high-volume manufacturing facility, providing leadership to both hourly and salaried employees. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will ensure that production runs efficiently, meet quality standards, and foster a culture focused on safety, continuous improvement, and teamwork.

You Will:

* Establish production and quality control standards with management. Plan and prioritize production activities, balancing efficiency and cost considerations.

* Coordinate production with maintenance and quality control to ensure optimal labor, machine, and equipment use.

* Lead efforts to promote a culture of safety, quality, continuous improvement, and customer satisfaction.

* Collaborate with engineering to develop methods and procedures aimed at reducing waste and improving product quality.

* Adjust staffing levels and overtime as needed to meet production demands. Maintain time and production records.

* Resolve workplace issues and support workers in achieving performance goals. Develop strategies to motivate the workforce.

* Manage employee-related tasks including hiring, training, work assignments, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions in line with company policies.

* Maintain a safe work environment by enforcing safety regulations and addressing associate concerns.

* Uphold company procedures and collaborate with human resources to resolve potential problems.

* Implement Lean Manufacturing principles such as 5S, tiered accountability, standard work, and Kanban systems to improve flow and productivity.

You Have:

* Bachelor's degree.

* 7+ years of relevant experience or equivalent education and experience.

* Experience supervising 10+ direct labor employees.

* Demonstrated experience with Lean Manufacturing; Six Sigma or Green Belt certification.

* Working knowledge of manufacturing operating systems and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

The expected salary range for this position is $85,000 - $95,00 yearly. Actual compensation will be dependent upon individual skills, experience, qualifications, and applicable laws.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, talk, and/or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

Work in both office and manufacturing environment. May occasionally be required to perform job duties outside the typical office setting.

Watts in it for you:

* Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience

* Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits

* Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave

* 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off

* Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement

* Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs

* Learn more about our benefit offerings here:

How we work:

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.