Production Area Supervisor

Job Description

THE POSITION

The Production Area Supervisor oversees daily operations in a designated production area, ensuring production goals are met while maintaining high standards of quality, efficiency, safety, and employee engagement. This role involves leading a team of production workers, providing guidance, training, and support to achieve or exceed targets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership and Management:
  • Lead and manage a team of production workers, conducting regular meetings and one-on-one sessions.
  • Provide guidance, support, and feedback, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
  • Set clear performance goals, monitor employee performance through regular reviews, and enforce and maintain company standards.
• Operational and Resource Management:
  • Oversee daily operations, manage workflow, and ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and standards.
  • Optimize the use of resources, including labor, materials, and equipment, to minimize waste and reduce costs.
  • Coordinate with maintenance teams to ensure production equipment is properly maintained and operational.
• Quality and Safety Assurance:
  • Ensure all products meet quality standards before release and address any quality issues with the quality control team.
  • Maintain a safe work environment by enforcing safety policies, conducting audits, and promoting ESH (Environment, Safety, and Health) awareness.
  • Enforce and maintain safety, quality, and operational standards across the production area.
• Communication and Collaboration:
  • Serve as a liaison between the team and upper management, communicating company goals, updates, and changes.
  • Address team concerns, resolve conflicts, and ensure transparent communication.
  • Work with other departments to achieve company objectives and participate in cross-functional projects.
• Continuous Improvement and Development:
  • Identify opportunities for process improvement and lead initiatives like Kaizen, TQM, TPM, 5S, and Six Sigma.
  • Support employee growth by identifying training needs and encouraging continuous learning.
  • Assist in developing instructional programs, process control plans, and maintaining quality and training records.
• Expectations and Standards:
  • Ensure team performance aligns with company objectives, maintaining high levels of productivity and quality.
  • Enforce and maintain company standards in all areas of operation, including safety, quality, and efficiency.
  • Follow Leader Standard Work and ensure the performance excellence program is fully functioning.
  • Uphold company values, demonstrate leadership and integrity, and maintain a motivating work environment.
  • Communicate all necessary information as the team spokesperson, ensuring clarity and understanding.
• Reporting and Documentation:
  • Maintain accurate records of production output, quality issues, and key metrics.
  • Prepare and submit timely reports, addressing and resolving any production issues.
• Other Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the development of instructional programs, process control plans, and PFMEAs for equipment. Incorporate best practices and lessons learned into these programs.
• Deliver training and present course materials, ensuring the upkeep of instructional programs, departmental work instructions, quality records, and training records.
• Develop and issue procedures and work instructions, ensure their effective implementation, and maintain necessary controls.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE:

• Education:
  • Bachelor degree in related field; OR HS Diploma/GED and at least 6+ years in a manufacturing or production environment
• Experience:
  • 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment in a supervisory role
  • Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.
  • We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening

NOTE: May not be inclusive of all work required and may be updated as needed.

Working Conditions:

• Ability to work 12-hour shifts in a fast-paced production environment.
• Must be able to stand, walk, and move around for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and move materials up to 50+ pounds as required.