Production Supervisor

Introduction

At FUJIFILM Electronic Materials, a global leader in solutions for the semiconductor manufacturing industry, we search for the most talented and qualified.

At Fujifilm, performance, development, and accountability are the standards to which the company and its people strive toward.

And to support its employees, we offer programs that motivate, educate and promote a healthy work-life balance, which increases employee satisfaction and overall personal well-being.

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Overview

Who We Are

FUJIFILM Electronic Materials, U.S.A., Inc., is a global leader in chemical solutions which enable the semiconductor industry and the digital universe.

We have an exciting opportunity at our North Kingstown, RI facility for a Production Supervisor!

With state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Europe, Taiwan, China, Korea and Japan, local sales offices throughout the world and on-site applications support, FUJIFILM Electronic Materials supplies the world's top tier semiconductor manufacturers with a broad array of products and services used throughout the semiconductor manufacturing process.

The Role

The Production Supervisor will supervise assigned personnel in all production activities. This position encompasses the roles of leadership, guidance and task assignment while supporting EHS initiatives to meet the production demand and upholding the highest quality standards.

Daily responsibilities include effective delegation of individual task assignments along with hands on as needed to maintain a smooth flow of the operation.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement a work schedule to support a 24 / 5 operation. Understand and drive the execution of the daily workload with efficient utilization of available manpower in alignment with the demand.
• Identify and communicate equipment and material needs with management, engineering and maintenance as needed to address constraints and concerns.
• Work with little to no supervision, able to make independent decisions in accordance with established procedures and protocols.

Fully understand MOC, ECN and SETCO requirements when making informed decisions and implementing them.

• Develop individual team members and track their performance in alignment with HR policies and procedures. Train and certify individual members at the job task level.
• Attend daily Production Scheduling meetings to keep the production department aligned with any schedule changes and operational requirements.
• Accountable for GMP with direct reports. Ensure all documentation is complete and correct. Drive high quality standards by compliance with established policies and procedures.

Write, review and approve standard operating procedures and work instructions.

• Actively drive a positive work environment to promote both a safe and quality driven culture.
• Effective oral and written communication skills, ability to relate with all levels within the organization.
• Assure departmental adherence to required training modules (CBT’s, monthly safety meetings, etc.). Drive team dynamics via team meetings and individual communication.
• The supervisor is primarily responsible for driving the operation by effectively overseeing production, ensuring accountability, and filling the gaps as needed to support the daily activities.

Requirements

Associate degree (2-yr.) or equivalent education combined with working experience in manufacturing operations is required.

Must have demonstrated the ability to lead a multishift operation in an industrial setting. The individual must have 8 years of manufacturing related experience with a minimum of 3 years at the supervisory level.

• Ability to apply conflict resolution skills to facilitate effective employee / supervisor relations is required.
• Utilization of Root cause analysis tools (i.e. 5Y, fishbone) must be understood.
• Good computer skills. Must be familiar with Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) software, SAP (or ERP equivalent).
• Familiarization with scanning barcode systems is required.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Multitasking and flexibility / versatility is required.
• Knowledge of Total Cycle Time metrics, Direct Labor metrics, Shop Floor Control processes and Safe Working Methodologies are required.
• Formal lean training and certification is preferred; formal 6-sigma / process excellence training and certification is also preferred.

Knowledge of SAP is preferred.

• Manufacturing skillset to assist the operations team, by providing floor operations support to prevent process interruptions to meet the production demand.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• This is a safety-sensitive position that requires candidates to successfully pass a post-offer drug screening prior to employment.

One of the essential job functions is the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

Mental & Emotional Requirements

• Resilience - Adapting well in the face of workplace stressors, the ability to work effectively and efficiently in high stress and conflict situations, the ability to remain poised under all circumstances, the ability to maintain regular attendance and be punctual.
• Communication - The ability to successfully and professionally express and exchange ideas and meanings with all levels of employees in the organization, the ability to interact appropriately with a variety of individuals including customers / clients, the ability to work as an integral part of a team, ability to interact effectively with people in a positive manner that engenders confidence and trust.
• Reasoning and decision-making - The ability to understand, remember and follow verbal and written instructions, the ability to reason logically and make sound decisions.
• Comprehension - The ability to complete tasks without direct supervision, the ability to simultaneously address multiple complete problems.
• Organizational skills - Ability to multitask without loss of efficiency or accuracy, the ability to work and sustain attention with distractions and interruptions, the ability to perform in situations requiring speed, deadlines or productivity quotas.

FUJIFILM Electronics Materials, U.S.A., Inc., is part of the Fujifilm family a company that has been evolving and transforming for more than 85 years.

Fujifilm is focused on four strategic business areas : Advanced Materials, including electronic materials for semiconductor manufacturing;

Imaging; Healthcare; and products and services to support Business Innovation. As a global company, Fujifilm has revenues of $21 billion, with 310 group companies and 73,275 employees worldwide.

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