Job Description

Description

The Production Supervisor is responsible for supervising all machine shop employees (Machine Operatives and Deburr) in the manufacturing department. Key essentials of this position include maintaining a safe, hazard-free work environment, planning and assigning work, enforcing policies and procedures, maintaining product quality standards, and recommending improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures and working conditions.

This position reports to the Plant Manager and works directly with the Maintenance Supervisor.

 · Maintains a positive, team environment relationship with employees by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; initiating, coordinating, and enforcing systems, policies, and procedures

· Maintains workflow by monitoring steps of the process; setting processing variables; observing control points and equipment; monitoring personnel and resources; studying methods; implementing cost reductions; developing reporting procedures and systems; facilitating corrections to malfunctions within process control points; initiating and fostering a spirit of cooperation within and between departments

· Completes production plan by working with Supply Chain planner; scheduling and assigning personnel; establishes priorities and monitors progress; revises schedules and priorities as needed; resolves production, staffing, and resource problems

· Maintains quality service by enforcing established organization standards

· Ensures operation of equipment by calling for repairs; evaluates new equipment and techniques

· Provides manufacturing information by compiling, initiating, sorting, and analyzing production performance records and data, and reports results to management

· Creates and revises systems and procedures by analyzing operating practices, record-keeping systems, forms of control, and budgetary and personnel requirements; implements change when necessary

· Maintains safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of all control points, equipment, and resources; enforces compliance with established safety policies, procedures, and standards

· Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviews professional publications; establishes personal networks; benchmarks state-of-the-art practices

· Other duties as assigned 

Requirements

Experience:

· 3-5   Experience in CNC machining and setup preferred

· 3-5 years supervisory experience   in a CNC machining production environment- a plus

· Lean   manufacturing preferred 

Computer   Skills:

· Intermediate skills in Microsoft   Word, Excel, and MAS 500 (or other MRP/ERP system)

· Above-average aptitude and   ability to interpret spreadsheets

Communication   Skills:

Excellent   communication skills (both verbal and written). Must be able to communicate   with both management and non-management associates.

Other   Skills (Technical, or Other special knowledge and abilities)

· Ability   to visualize, articulate, and solve problems and concepts and make decisions   that are sensible and based on available information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

1. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

2. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

3. The noise level in the work environment is usually high.

4. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

5. Personal protective equipment is required including but not limited to gloves, safety glasses, and hearing protection.