Production Supervisor - Assembly

Vertiv Lincoln, Nebraska is looking for a Production Supervisor for 1st Shift. The Production Supervisor will assist in managing the production floor to produce the final product.  Follow standard work methods and practice safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible.  Train employees in proper work methods and procedures. Inspects products to verify conformance to specifications and directs setup and adjustments of machines or production lines.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensuring the production floor and warehouse operate in a safe manner.
• Ensure proper staffing for the number of machines or production lines running i.e. shutting machines or lines down, sending employees home when necessary due to lack of work.
• Conduct evaluations and mid-term assessments on assigned personnel.
• Responsible for ensuring that product quality meets specifications and criteria set forth by quality spec sheets and management expectations. 
• Communicate any concerns or changes in current processes to all employees.
• Set production quotas and give feedback in relation to performance to those expectations.
• Make production related decisions, which includes planning work cell/product transition assignment of tasks, material/equipment handling and allocation of resources.
• Review pertinent information with the supervisor coming on to relieve your shift – participate in shift change meetings.
• Assure necessary adjustments to machines or production lines are made to maintain product quality.
• Eliminate overtime unless approved by the Production Manager. 
• Prepare operators for shift startup.
• Support operators as necessary to keep product moving through the work cell.
• Follow instructions assigned by the engineers & managers.
• Accurately report production information to managers.
• Keep work areas clean and orderly.
• Assist in identifying continuous improvement opportunities.
• Supervise Warehouse personnel conducting pick/pull process for assembly line support.
• Perform duties as backup during absence of Production Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 to 4 years’ Supervisory experience.
• Good communication skills, both oral and written
• MS Office and ERP systems experience
• Ability to develop and coach a diverse team
• Knowledge of ISO and Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Light manufacturing
• Fork Lift operations desirable

THE VERTIV OPPORTUNITY

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principles & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

Our Core Principles: Safety | Integrity | Respect | Teamwork | Inclusion

Our Strategic Priorities

• High-Performance Culture
• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

Vertiv Behaviors

• Own it
• Act with urgency
• Foster a customer-first mindset
• Think big and execute
• Lead by example
• Drive continuous improvement
• Learn and seek out development
• Promote transparent & open communication

About Vertiv

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers' vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today's data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to [email protected].