Production Supervisor - Glass

Brief Overview

The Manufacturing Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day operations within their respective area(s). They ensure that the area is running smoothly, and daily schedules and targets are achieved. They ensure all equipment and operators are performing their tasks in a safe manner. This position reports to the Production Manager.

Supervisor Responsibilities

• Maintains product quality by ensuring Work Instructions and Procedures are up to date and followed.
• Enforce strict safety guidelines and ensure all required inspections are completed.
• Completes production plan by scheduling and assigning personnel; establishing priorities; monitoring progress; resolving problems as they arise.
• Ensures proper operation of equipment balancing quality, productivity, cost, safety and morale to achieve positive results in all areas.
• To have an active role in the company’s continuous improvement plan to achieve current plans and to ensure future growth of the company.
• Assist in accident investigations.
• Ensure all labor forms are accurate and turned in on a timely basis.
• Authorize employee vacation requests.
• Reports plant or machinery breakdowns to maintenance technicians.
• Identify, track and provide training to all employees on each function they perform focusing on cross training of all members.
• Perform regular employee evaluations.
• Prepare and deliver performance reviews and disciplinary actions as required.
• Continually evaluate and maintain areas of responsibility for 5S Initiatives.
• Ensure manufacturing information is entered into the system daily.
• Work on the assembly line when required due to manning or capacity requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Ø  Ability to lead, motivate, and supervise a diverse team effectively while working hands on.

Ø  Proactive in identifying issues and implementing solutions to ensure smooth production processes.

Ø  Ability to simultaneously manage multiple tasks / priorities.

Ø  Strong verbal and written communications skills to convey instructions, expectations, and feedback clearly and effectively.

Ø  Working knowledge of Microsoft office programs, a plus.

Ø  Past supervisor experience a plus.

Benefits