Job Description

Job Title: Production Supervisor – Day Shift

Job Function: Production

Job Overview: The Production Supervisor coordinates production and supervises and develops Production personnel. In compliance with internal standards and procedures, the Production Supervisor implements and documents production improvement solutions. Reports to Production and Warehouse Operations Manager. Located in Newark, CA.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

1. Coordinate production process and activities:

• Plan and coordinate workload for assigned Production groups 
• Execute Production Master Plan 
• Identify limits to production and guide teams to continuously improve processes; identify and resolve bottlenecks in the production process
• Delegate assignments in the form of tasks and goals and follow established processes to meet the goals of the unit
• Coordinate production jobs with aligned groups in Warehouse and Repair Center; execute budgets, develop work and production schedules
• Monitor workstation inputs and outputs, ensuring timely completion of scheduled tasks 
• Manage controllable operating expenditure e.g., scrap, consumables

2. Supervise the personnel of the assigned Production groups

• Assess and manage time and workload, direct and deploy subordinates to perform assigned tasks based on process changes and customer requirements; approve overtime schedules and working hours
• Train new hires, cross-train existing employees: develop work instructions, conduct on-job and other types of training
• Perform headcount reviews, overtime analysis and plan for / manage temporary workforce
• Develop and maintain performance metrics and manage performance of the Production personnel, review employees’ performance and recommend employee compensation and disciplinary actions as necessary
• Interpret and enforce policies and procedures related to the functional area through clear instructions, tasks and guidance 
• Select Production personnel according to the workforce needs and plan, actively participate in the interviewing and hiring process and decision-making
• Develop and maintain mandatory training records

3. Support improvement of Production process and system

• Develop, control, monitor, and document key production processes and tools: set-up, wave solder, de-panel, rework, touch up, product testing and pack-out, quality inspection, box build assembly and others and continuous process improvements
• Create and maintain standard templates for process documents
• Provide input into annual production objectives and plans
• Update and maintain online databases, reports, worksheets, and studies

4. Provide support and share expertise cross-functionally

• Provide data analysis of existing production issues and propose solutions
• Plan and execute corrective actions with all stakeholders, evaluate and share results
• Represent the assigned Production group in cross-functional planning, cooperation and problem solving
• Interpret customer requirements and internal guidelines to team members, assist them with acquiring knowledge and putting in practice

Key Requirements and Qualifications:

1. BS Degree or equivalent experience.
2. Minimum 5 years of related production supervisory experience in CM EMS industry.
3. Minimum 3 years of working experience in SMT manufacturing

Salary Range: 80K - 95K / Year