Production Supervisor

Production Supervisor

Job Summary:

The primary purpose of this job is to coordinate activities of production team members including product line(s) or production shift of significant size and volumes to ensure that production requirements, performance goals, and improvement objectives are achieved. Additionally, may have accountabilities for special projects, research and analysis at a high level.  This position will be a developmental role for our Area Manager position.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities:

• Adheres to Viant Core Beliefs and all safety and quality requirements.
• Makes decisions and provides direction in the resolution of technical and production-related problems to assure completion of weekly schedules that meet or exceed Company and Customer expectations.
• Monitors the alignment of product or line(s) with master production schedule and material planning to meet production goals.
• Monitors departmental performance measures, including visual controls and provides regular progress reports.
• Ensures adherence to Integer policies and procedures.
• Supervises Associates in a manner that fosters a safe work environment and self-directed team approach.
• Provides continuous communication to Plant management on production, facility and Associate accomplishments and/or concerns.
• Identifies, arranges and/or facilitates training to ensure a safe, efficient, quality work environment with focus on continuous improvement through Lean manufacturing principles.
• Facilitates communication, coordination and conflict resolution within and among work groups.
• Provides leadership to Associates in all areas including hiring, performance management, coaching, counseling and corrective actions.
• Assists in the analysis of production and related processes and makes recommendations on improvements and organization of process improvement activity through the application of Six-Sigma & Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
• Promotes an atmosphere of diversity, open communication and trust, to foster team development and employee engagement.
• Remains flexible to the needs of the business and performs other functions as required.
• Already has these key attributes to needed grow into an Area Manager role:
  • Tenacity – Demonstrated background of doing what it takes to succeed and willingness to work extra hours and/or weekends.
  • Commitment to operations as a career path.
  • Very strong and effective communicator with a high degree of emotional intelligence.
  • Open to new ideas, hungry for knowledge and has a strong focus on their development.

Education & Experience:

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in technical or business-related field preferred. 
• Minimum Experience: 3-5 years manufacturing experience with progressive responsibilities and leadership experience.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Special Skills: Successful candidate will have a winning attitude and strong interpersonal skills. Candidates must have the ability to make decisive decisions and execute those decisions with their teams.
• Specialized Knowledge: Experience in management of production schedules, reading technical documents and blueprints preferred. Knowledge of Lean manufacturing and Quality systems preferred.