Manufacturing Supervisor

LIGHTERA

$75K — $90K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years in manufacturing leadership roles or 5+ years in a manufacturing environment
  • Desirable knowledge of the Fiber Optic Industry
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Strong data interpretation skills for continuous improvement

Responsibilities

  • Conduct regular walks of the manufacturing department every two hours per shift
  • Perform daily performance monitoring and report preparation with team expectations
  • Schedule personnel effectively to maintain production requirements
  • Ensure safe and efficient operation of all equipment according to guidelines
  • Issue disciplinary actions as necessary in coordination with HR and management
  • Oversee procurement and supply management within the department
  • Perform other related duties as assigned

Benefits

  • Support for employee development and a team-oriented environment
  • Safety compliance initiatives and training
  • Emphasis on critical feedback and continuous process improvement
  • Participation in regular safety and production meetings
Full Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY:

Seeking a motivated and driven employee to oversee daily production, manages staff, ensures quality and safety compliance, and drives efficiency on the factory floor. Supporting employee development and fostering a team-oriented environment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

3+ years in manufacturing leadership in progressive roles and or 5+ years in a manufacturing environment

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: (Preferred qualifications)
  • Knowledge of Fiber Optic Industry desirable
  • Critical thinking, problem solving, and problem resolution skills
  • Proficient in MS Office Excel, Word and Power Point; Acute ability to understand and use data for continuous improvement.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Manufacturing department walks every two hours per shift.
    • Start and end of shift communications what's expected, how did it go
    • Department tasks are being met and monitored, validating Fiber Path cleanliness, LIFO, reworks, expedite and engineering feedback.
    • Prepares and delivers daily report.
    • Decision making.
    • Interviews manufacturing applicants.
    • Work instruction and SPL updates as needed.
    • Department supply procurement using the equipment engineering database requisition form procedure and approval process.


  • Scheduling personnel to ensure efficient use of labor in support of all production scheduling requirements.
    • The Supervisor is also required to manage vacation scheduling, ensure overtime is scheduled, if needed.
    • Daily/weekly timecard updates and approvals.
  • Ensuring all equipment is operated safely, efficiently and within all specified guidelines.
    • Reviews and prepares Maintain-X request if needed.
    • Validating required PPE and clean room protocols are being followed.
    • Attends and participates in Department Safety Meetings
    • Reviews and prepares and closes out safety reports
    • Immediate phone notification to appropriate personnel whenever accidents occur.
    • Liaison for building evacuations communicate to employees and emergence personnel.
    • Liaison for power failure. Following written guidelines and communication protocols.
    • Calls in Support Staff and or Trades when required.
  • Issue disciplinary action when deemed necessary per company and plant policies.
    • Communicates with Human Resources and Production Manager on matters of employee discipline, performance, vacations, attendance, and policy related matters.
  • Other duties

* Hiring Range:

$75,000 - $90,000

Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications and internal equity considerations.

Visa sponsorship not available. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future. The company does not provide visa sponsorship or any immigration support (including STEM OPT training plan) for this position.

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