DescriptionJob Summary:This role has leadership responsibility and accountability for manufacturing operations within respective plant.
Supervisory Responsibilities:Provides leadership, direction, and counseling to manufacturing personnel to improve health and safety, reduce downtime, continuously improve product quality and consistency, and increase productivity in the manufacturing operations.
Essential Responsibilities:- Oversee maintenance, facilities, and equipment. Daily allocation and management of available resources to accomplish the shift's assigned production duties.
- Meet or exceed standard production efficiencies on all production lines. Effectively hire, onboard, train, and maintain adequate number of personnel. Ensure that all employees on his/her shift are properly trained in the areas of safety and quality as well as all job functions.
- Work in conjunction with Plant Manager and Human Resources to report potential employee relations issues, counsel employees and administer disciplinary actions in accordance with the Company's policy.
- Participate in staff selection and recruitment process.
- Understands and enforces all work rules and regulations and maintains a safe work site by implementing good housekeeping regulations and safety requirements.
- Promotes positive employee relations and supports all Company policies and objectives regarding fair employment practices.
- Communicate with employees about performance expectations and be able to proactively discuss performance that falls below job expectations and coach and train as necessary.
- Understand, apply, and meet all function related Quality, and Environmental, Health and Safety requirements.
RequirementsRequired Skills & Abilities:- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated leadership in team building, mentorship, and growth to optimize performance as well as skills in organizational change management.
- Exceptional organizational, time management, and ability to make quick decisions in an ever-changing environment.
- Ability to multitask, interact professionally and work cooperatively with all levels within the organization.
- Ability to operate basic office equipment including computer, printer copier, scanner, and mobile phone/radio.
- Proficient computer skills and a familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Education and Experience:- Minimum 5 years' experience in a Supervisory role, in a Manufacturing environment.
- Highschool diploma or GED; Bachelor's degree in a technical, mechanical, or core business field is preferred.
- Must possess a valid, state-issued driver's license.
- Current OSHA certification preferred.
- Experience leading Continuous Improvement activities, Lean Management, or Six Sigma certification is a plus.
Physical Requirements:- Ability to travel up to 15% to other Lane locations and occasional out of state meetings.
- Ability to lift, up to 100 pounds.
- Ability to climb, bend, squat, kneel, crawl, and reach above shoulder level.
- Ability to withstand varying temperatures.
- Ability to sit, stand or walk for up to ten (10) hours at a time.
The base salary range for this position is $106,000 - $135,000/year.
