2nd Shift Production Supervisor Monday-Thursday 10 hour shifts. (Salary)

2nd Shift pay differential and if there is overtime on Friday or Saturday it's straight time.

The Position: The Production Supervisor’s primary function is to direct and manage the trailer production activities of their area (i.e., Axle Department, Combo Start Line, Sidewall line). Ensure the area meets the production schedule and that the trailers produced are consistent with the Engineering drawings provided in the drawing package.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Ensure individual and employee compliance with all safety rules and requirements.
Manage and direct the activities of employees to ensure that the production, quality, and safety requirements are consistently met. This includes the following but is not limited to the following activities.
Defines staffing plan for the week based on production volume, prepares line for successful start of next shift, manages rework/defects/scrap created by his team and implements preventative measures, implements and follows up on Lean Manufacturing activities, performs safety observations, defines and reviews standard work together with ME department, updates team training matrices, and keeps area clean and organized using 5S principles.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; grievance resolution; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Attending weekly safety meeting and communicating the topics discussed in those meetings to the employees in their group, as well as making sure the employees follow the safety guidelines, and discipline employees when they do not.
Attending weekly “Review Meetings” that consist of comparing the Sales Order information and the Bill of Materials to identify any discrepancies and to make sure a resolution is obtained before the particular job is started on the production floor.
Coordinate with other Supervisors and the Superintendent to resolve any issues that could prevent the production schedule from being met.
Work with the Engineering Department to resolve any issues that arrive during the build process that could result in a Quality, Safety, or performance issue with the product being produced.
Communicate with the Production Manager and the ME/Maintenance Manager to ensure tooling, quality, and safety concerns are addressed while maintaining the production schedule.
Responsible for managing their direct reports’ timecards, including but not limited to in/out punches, timecard approvals, vacation submissions and approvals, etc.
Other duties as assigned.

Your skills and abilities (required qualifications)

Education:High School/or GED required.
Experience:
- Team Leader experience.
- Graduate of Team Leader Academy or college degree.
- Annual review must reflect a “Meets Expectations” or above.
- Utilizes Microsoft Office Products.
- Scope of Responsibilities (ex. number of direct reports, level of difficulty of position, etc.).
Knowledge and/or skill in all processes that he/ she is responsible for. This includes production techniques and procedures, safety rules and regulations, inspection criteria and methods and plant wide initiatives.
Ability to effectively instruct, direct, supervise, and lead individuals and teams of people.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and other customer specifications.
Ability to operate a computer and use basic database, spreadsheet, word-processing and email programs.
Employee must be able to perform the physical requirements listed in that section of this job description.
Aptitude to learn and retain new information.
Ability to organize and manage tasks effectively.
Must be a self-directed individual with initiative.
Certification in Emergency First Aid, CPR and Automatic External Defibrillator is required and will be provided by the company after hire.
Certifications as required to effectively lead and perform his / her job. (i.e., welding certification, paint certification)
Ability to speak, read and write effectively in English.
Travel:None.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands and work environment characteristics 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 functions.

Physical demands: Ability to stand and move about on concrete 8-12 hours a day. Ability to, sit, speak, hear, see, walk, bend, reach, grasp, stoop, kneel, twist, crawl, carry, climb, work overhead, push, and pull. Ability to do heavy lifting (50 pounds) on occasion. Ability to maneuver large parts and assemblies (up to 50 pounds) by pushing, pulling, and flipping them into place. The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
Work environment:Employees must dress according to the company policy, and will be required to wear certain eye, head, hearing, hand, and foot protection. Employees must wear all mandated PPE due to: Potential for scrapes, punctures, and cuts. Metal shavings or other debris falling in eyes. Light radiation burns. Pinch points. Possible respiratory hazards. Heavy objects that may fall. High noise level in the plant. Potential contact with hazardous chemicals. Employee may share desk space, filing cabinets and office equipment with other employees.

You should be proficient in:

Leadership / People Management
Continuous Improvement
Manufacturing Instruction (MI)
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Supervisory Experience
Production Optimization
Coaching and Mentoring Experience
Operational Metrics & KPI Management
ERP & MRP Systems
Production Planning & Scheduling
Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)