Production Supervisor

Main Tasks Determines work procedures, prepares work schedules and expedites workflowAssigns duties and examines work for exactness, neatness and conformance to policies and procedures as well as customer expectationsHires, trains, develops, mentors, counsels, issues written and oral instructions to staff, and terminates according to HR policiesIdentifies employees' skills and develops them by coaching and counselingControls and minimizes labor overtimeEnforces understanding and compliance with all company policies and proceduresEvaluates current processes and finds ways to standardize procedures to improve efficiency of workersConfers with other managers in the Manufacturing plant to ensure coordination of warehouse activitiesEnsures a safe work environment with a focus on Safety First with no lost-time worker's comp incidentsIncorporates shop floor organization and plant cleanliness among plant personnelReports daily production output along with a detail note of issuesAssesses production levels and customer needs to improve efficiencies and meet goalsMonitors all of the facility insuring employees are at work stations for startup, breaks and lunch timelyAny additional duties as assigned

Requirements:

High School Diploma / GED; Bachelor's degree preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience3 year of experience supervising a large staff, including responsibility for hiring, counseling, training, terminating and performance appraisals preferred3 years manufacturing, distribution, logistics and material management experience requiredInterpersonal skills and problem-solving skills necessary to work in a cooperative, positive team approachCustomer and supplier orientation, organization and coordination skillsAbility to lead, train and mentor employees on a personal & professional levelExperience or knowledge of raw materials planning/production scheduling processMust have 5 S skills (keep work area safe and clean)Must work safely and identify all safety issues using the STOP, CALL, WAIT system until repairs are madeAbility to write routine reports and correspondencesLean Manufacturing experience desiredMicrosoft Office Suite proficiency (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint), experience working in ERP systems/ Sage experience a plusMust be able to work in a fast-paced environment with the ability to multi-task with self-initiative and the ability to work under pressureForklift experience or certification preferredSelf-driven, attention to detail, results-oriented with a positive outlook, and a clear focus on deliverablesStrong verbal and written communication skills; active listening skills with all levels of employeesMust be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs.Must be authorized to work in the United States

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Environment:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical equipment such as forklifts and other machinery. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. Ability to work in temperature conditions between 45 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit; may occasionally exceed 95 degrees Fahrenheit.

Physical Demands:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; bend; stoop; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach/lift with hands and arms up to 50 pounds.