Job DescriptionSummary of PositionManages production during a given shift-overseeing the staff, ensuring quality control, monitoring equipment, and handling all other day-to-day aspects of production.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities- Ensure all operations staff are following and executing all operations and equipment safely.
- Oversee and provide constant training and technical assistance to all operation staff ensuring they are trained in and are following all work instructions and best practices.
- Report any defective/non-conforming product.
- Perform quality control as required by the work instructions and as instructed by the production and quality leaders and staff.
- Ensure traceability of the product and its components through proper use of the Data Collection System and ensuring that the system is always active and functional.
- Check the minimum stock of raw materials in production necessary to fulfill the production schedule, refilling and ordering as required.
- Work with the Maintenance Technician to resolve maintenance problems, following all procedures.
- Meet with the Lead Hands and Production Supervisor of the previous and subsequent shifts, transferring information about problems and solutions implemented during their shift.
- Inform the Production Manager about issues regarding production, quality, process and/or organization of personnel or resources immediately upon observation.
- Propose improvements to all procedures and processes to improve yield and uptime of production processes and all relevant equipment.
- Maintain the ability to perform all tasks associated with the production of the product, and substitute for any operation staff in any area during breaks and/or absences with the shift.
- Work overtime as required.
- Minimize the risk of accidents and quality issues.
- Maximize the technical knowledge and engagement of the operations staff.
- Maximize the uptime of the equipment and the traceability and quality of the finished product.
- Achieve the production goals and improvements outlined by the Production Manager
- Develop the spirit of cooperation on their shift.
- Communicate company information to their shift as required.
- Work with other teams to ensure improvements and efficiencies are being maximized across the organization.
- Complete other tasks as required and/or directed by management.
QualificationsSkills - Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills
- Problem-solving skills
Traits- Commitment to continuous learning
- Team- and customer-oriented
- Attention to detail.
- The ability to head a team successfully and resolve issues relating to personnel quickly and efficiently.
- Ability to work flexible and/or rotating shifts.
Education and/or Experience- High School diploma or equivalent
- 3+ years of production experience
- Knowledge of process improvement, budgeting, and production standards
Preferred Qualifications
- 5 years of experience as a production supervisor at a manufacturing plant
- Experience with production planning, controls, and instrumentation
- Experience with MRP and/or ERP systems
Physical Requirements - Must be able to lift and move materials up to 25 pounds independently and participate in team lifts of approximately 60 pounds as required for essential production tasks.
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position or move throughout the production floor for extended periods (for the duration of the shift up to 8+ hours per shift).
- Must be able to operate, position, adjust, or move equipment, tools, or materials necessary for production processes.
- Capable of performing consistent, manual production tasks over long shifts.
- Must be able to work in typical manufacturing environmental conditions, including areas requiring PPE, exposure to noise, and temperature variation.
Additional InformationCompensation and Benefits - 80,000 - $85,000/Annually
- Annual bonus eligibility of up to 10% of salary
- Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, and holiday)
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
- Health Savings Account option
- Supplemental/Voluntary Insurance Plans
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Employee PV Panel Purchase Program
