Production Supervisor - EmployBridge : Job Details

Position Overview:

As a Production Supervisor, you will play a crucial role in overseeing day-to-day manufacturing operations to ensure products are produced efficiently, safely, and to the highest standards of quality. You will lead a small production team along with the maintenance technicians, monitor production schedules, and ensure that targets are met while adhering to safety and quality standards. This is a working supervisor role; non-union shop.

Hours & Scheduling Perks:

• During busy months; September through May the schedule would be Monday through Thursday; 10-12 hour shifts with a 4:00pm start time.
• During slower months; June through August the schedule would be Monday through Thursday with guarantee pay of 40 hours (potential of working 35-40 clocked in hours).
• Flexible schedules for holidays with ability to move the production around; 9 total paid holiday days.
• Flexible schedules for time off; 2 weeks of paid time off from day of hire.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of production staff to meet production goals and deadlines.
• Monitor and maintain the efficiency of production processes, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and environmental standards on the production floor.
• Provide training, mentorship, and performance feedback to production employees.
• Troubleshoot production issues and collaborate with maintenance teams to minimize downtime.
• Maintain accurate records of production metrics, including output, waste, and downtime.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and health and safety guidelines.
• Implement best practices in lean manufacturing, including the use of 5S, Kaizen, or other relevant methodologies.
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, including quality control, maintenance, and logistics, to ensure smooth production operations.
• Support the development and implementation of production schedules and shift rotations.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years experience in a manufacturing environment
• 2+ years in a supervisory or leadership role
• 2+ years experience with operating forklift
• Seeking a mechanically inclined individual to troubleshoot and be decisive on safety and quality for production during the off shift
• Experience with lockout-tagout and various safety measures within production
• Experience with proper time management
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with moving 53' trailers in the yard is a plus (does not require CDL)
• CPR Certification is a plus
• Associates Degree or higher within leadership or manufacturing practices is a plus; note required