Supervisor - Dresser, LLC : Job Details

Role Summary/Purpose

In this role, you will lead the production associates for a $60mm/year, 350,000 sq.ft. manufacturing facility. Heading up a team of hourly employees, you will develop and implement processes/procedures that drive improvement in critical Supply Chain objectives of EHS, On Time Delivery, Productivity, and Quality. This role will also accelerate and support cultural change efforts that will develop/improve team performance.

Essential Responsibilities

* Motivate team(s) to achieve goals in asset utilization, process and manufacturing loss improvement, delivered quality, delivery, and cost reduction

* Learn and employ Lean Manufacturing concepts in area of responsibility

* Partner with procurement and planning in forward looking material reviews that anticipate and resolve material shortages

* Responsible to effectively communicate and enforce company goals, policies, and procedures

* Technical support & production troubleshooting and coordination of manufacturing releases

* Drive and influence change and build a high performing team

* Ability to learn and master software tools

* Administer and approve time and attendance for all employees in assigned work area

* Lead development and deliverer of synergy projects between both shifts

* Determine manpower needs to meet facility measurement and budget goals, i.e. Scrap

* Assist workers with questions they may have regarding machine or material

* Analyze and resolve work problems, or assist team members in resolving work problems

* Read and understand customer specs and work instructions

* Practice safe work habits to ensure an injury free environment

* Train personnel in the proper methods and procedures

* Ensure, identify and sustain all training records to the correct and accurately maintained

* Lead and instruct on best manufacturing practices

Desired Characteristics

* Strong written and interpersonal communication skills

* Knowledge of systems operations, data entry, processing and output

* Strong analytical and reporting skills

* Strong planning / program management skills with forecasting capabilities

* Ability to handle multiple simultaneous projects

* Ability to build and lead a team through change

* Ability to plan, communicate and execute effectively

* Ability to work with all levels of the organization, displaying strong interpersonal and leadership skills

* Ability to identify and implement process improvements and best practices

* Strong problem solving, quantitative, and analytical skills

* Exposure to and experience with Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement principles

* Knowledge of fabrication and forming processes

* Press and Die experience a plus

Qualifications / Requirements

* Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 4 years of experience in manufacturing

* Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

* Ability and willingness to ensure supervision of the facility (weekends and holidays, as required)