Production Supervisor

Production Supervisor

Spartanburg, SC 29303

3 Months+

PAY RANGE : $30 - $40 DOE

2nd Shift

Shift : Mon-Fri, 1 : 30-9 : 30pm (workers under supervisor will work 230-830) extra hour ahead and after shift are for supervisors to coordinate needs with 1st and 3rd shift teams

Must have manufacturing and supervisor experience

Bachelor's degree is preferred by not required

Preferences :

Automotive assembly background

Must haves :

Good experience at a supervisor level, less oversight of employees and more hands on

Supervisor of at least 20 people in the past

Manufacturing environment, focus on assembly line of large products (motors, heavy equipment, vehicles, etc)

Strong job history- if candidate has multiple jobs in short spans, please ensure resume indicates reasoning behind short terms

JOB SUMMARY :

The Production Supervisor will provide leadership and support to the manufacturing teams to create a safe, productive and profitable environment. This role will plan and facilitate the work of team members to support on-time completion of production schedules, quality, housekeeping, and safety objectives. This role will develop high performance work teams with ongoing coaching and direction, both formal and informal, enabling a People First Culture.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned.

Lead 1-2 small or similar areas / processes within the production facility / line.

Lead production team members in a union and / or non-union environment on the manufacturing process and provide daily support in troubleshooting issues that arise.

Provide performance feedback and appraisals to team members to guide their development.

Educate and enforce quality, safety, and 5S standards and processes, and recommend changes as opportunities arise on production floor.

Support maintenance, continuous improvement, and value stream projects that support the business and ensure the production schedule demands are met.

Conduct root-cause analyses of manufacturing process to identify, define, and resolve problems and opportunities. Enlists the requisite support to ensure the timely resolution of problems and the prompt implementation of improvements.

Report and respond to product and process nonconformance issues.

Implement and sustain 5S in work areas ensuring that tools and materials essential for the performance of the work are readily available.

Responsible for changes needed in machines, processes, materials, and assembly. Champion process improvements and lead Kaizen events.

Create value stream mapping and standard work.

Accurately maintain company records and documents in accordance with policies and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

High School Diploma or GED with three (3) or more years of manufacturing experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Strong willingness to learn.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Ability to plan and organize projects.

Good communication skills both verbal and written.

CORE COMPETENCIES :

Internal Contacts : Contact with peers and others involving explanation of information (these contacts may be within or outside department or division), and the gathering of factual information; may include the communication of sensitive or confidential information.

External Contacts : Limited external contact to : gather information, answer queries, or ask assistance.

Communication Skills : Read, write and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos. Read and interpret safety rules, operating / maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Write routine reports, correspondence and speak effectively before both internal and external groups. Read, analyze and interpret business manuals, technical procedures and / or government regulations.

Decision-Making : Regularly makes decisions of responsibility, involving evaluation or information. Decisions may require development or application of alternatives or precedents.

Complexity, Judgment and Problem Solving : Generally structured work, but involving a choice of action within limits of standard policy and procedures.

Supervisory / Managerial : Recommends personnel actions (hiring, termination, pay changes). Involves scheduling, supervision, and evaluation of employees who perform similar work assignments.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Physical Demands : Frequent : Standing, Walking / Running, Sitting, Reaching, Hearing, Talking, Visual, Typing; Occasional : Driving, Fine Dexterity, Manual Dexterity; Upper Extremity Repetitive Motion; Seldom : Lifting / Carrying 25lbs., Pushing / Pulling 25llbs.

Non-Physical Demands : Frequent : Analysis / Reasoning, Communication / Interpretation, Math / Mental Computation, Reading, Sustained Mental Activity (i.e. auditing, problem solving, grant writing, composing reports), Writing.

Environmental Demands : Frequent : Work Alone, Frequent Task Changes, Tedious / Exacting Work; Occasional : High Volume Public Contact.

Work Schedule : Routine shift hours. Infrequent overtime, weekend, or shift rotation.

Demands / Deadlines : Occasional stress due to deadlines or workload because of intermittent or cyclical work pressures, or occasional exposure to distressed individuals within the immediate work environment.