Job Description

If you are an OPERATIONS professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in our ORANGE, VA location, you will plan and direct production activities to achieve manufacturing targets as set by the production control department to support on-time delivery to customers. This role directly manages hourly production employees and promotes safety awareness while supervising and motivating employees to achieve high levels of efficiency. This will require that you lead all manufacturing activities of your department and shift and coordinate the support from other departments (maintenance, tool room, QA and stockroom), as required.

Emerson’s global Professional Tools business is an equal opportunity employer, offering the broadest portfolio of reliable tools and technologies for those working in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing trades! With unparalleled expertise from RIDGID, Greenlee, and Klauke, we deliver trusted products that provide diligent performance to handle the industries’ toughest challenges.

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Plan and schedule workflow in accordance with production control to support on-time delivery to customers (measured by fill rate) and quality products.
• Organize and assign employees to support the production plan.
• Work with the materials department to determine the availability of parts, purchased items, etc., feeding back info. on parts shortages and coordinating cycle counting, as required.
• Ensure good training takes place with all employees to promote safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Promote safety awareness and a safe working environment.
• Promote 5S in the workplace, including leading improvement projects, mentoring employees, and training employees.
• Promote and support ISO system compliance.
• Promote excellent inter shift communications at all employee levels.
• Be involved in hiring and selecting/interviewing potential new employees.
• Review employees’ jobs and time cards and track attendance and timeliness.
• Consistently administer policies and procedures, taking corrective action as required.
• Coordinate with support departments, including the quality assurance, toolroom, maintenance, and materials department, as required, to have a safe, high quality, and productive workplace.
• Requisition or request tooling, equipment, and supplies vital for smooth production flow.
• Be available to work overtime, including at least two Saturdays per month when vital.
• Showcase excellent attendance and the ability to work different shifts.
• Function in a team environment with other production and support departments.

Who You Are:

You establish clear responsibilities and processes for supervising work and measuring results.  You deal constructively with problems that do not have clear solutions or outcomes. You create teamwork allowing others across the organization to achieve shared objectives.  You optimally communicate in various settings; one-on-one, small and large groups, or among diverse styles and position levels.  You extract lessons learned from previous failures and mistakes.  You break down objectives into appropriate initiatives and actions. You push yourself and help others achieve results.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience  
• Prior supervisory experience
• Strong organizational, human relations and problem-solving skills
• Legal authorization to work within the United States – Sponsorship will not be provided for this role
• Must be flexible to work required overtime

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years of experience in a production supervisory position 
• Familiar with Excel, word processing, and MRP software

Physical Requirements:

Works in factory environment.  Occasionally lifts up to 35 pounds and may stand up to 75% of the shift  Required to wear safety glasses, safety shoes and gloves.

Our Culture & Commitment to You

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results. 

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

Learn more about our Culture & Values. 

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