Manufacturing Supervisor

Production Manager

Job Summary : Provide daily hands on leadership of production team as well as leading lean manufacturing initiatives for business unit, by acting as an advisor / coach to associates resolving technical or operational problems. Develop control systems and metrics that accurately measure progress, identify potential problems in sufficient time for corrective action to be taken. Directs and coordinates all operations to produce product of high quality in accordance with customer shipping schedules, with reliability and at best cost.

Responsibilities :

• Responsible for overall management of all shift operational activities including manufacturing, materials and inventory management, production control / schedule adherence, quality and safety in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
• Recognizes and solves problems affecting production including schedules, staff, quality, yield, and order of production line. Provide direction and focus to hourly associates to resolve critical manufacturing issues affecting cost, quality or delivery objectives.
• Monitors material requirements to ensure a controlled flow of approved material timed to meet schedule requirements.
• Support environmental, safety and health initiatives.
• Establishes manufacturing quality standards, methods, policies and procedures. Oversee the documentation of manufacturing processes. Oversee the standardization of production by implementing Best Practices.
• Maintains manufacturing staff by coaching; counseling, and disciplining employees; planning; monitoring; appraising job results.
• Develops and administers metrics, budgets, schedules, and performance standards. Measures progress by established standards of performance. Prepares reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing information and trends.
• Lead team in developing improved processes and lean manufacturing implementation. Assist with cost reduction issues / productivity improvements.
• Coordinate production requirements with Planning / Materials, Engineering, and Quality departments.

Qualifications :

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The company strives to create a winning culture with a leadership promise to provide equal access and opportunity for all to grow, succeed, and contribute to their full potential. AODA Accommodation for applicants with disabilities will be provided in all parts of the recruiting process as required under the AODA policy. Applicants are asked to make their needs known in advance.