Production Supervisor/Manager

PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR

Position Overview :

The Production Supervisor is a key member of the manufacturing team reporting directly to the Plant Manager. This position will be the key leader to individual production lines, driving daily / weekly / monthly success by understanding all dimensions & expectations of the production line, and is also a key component of driving a Lean and Continuous Improvement culture.

This position will act as the supervisor & leader for 30 - 40 associates assigned to the product line and will be responsible for the short- & long-term development of these associates to ensure success of the business.

Responsibilities :

• Acts as department leader by understanding all dimensions & expectations of production line.
• Serves as department champion & coach of quality, Lean, and process improvements to promote a continuous learning environment.
• Works with Production, Quality & Engineering, and Plant Managers to help employ strategic & operational objectives, assessing the current processes performed among functional areas.
• Completes production plan by scheduling and assigning personnel; accomplishing work results; establishing priorities; monitoring progress;

revising schedules; resolving problems; reporting results of the processing flow on shift production summaries.

• Maintains workflow by monitoring steps of the process; setting processing variables; observing control points and equipment;
• monitoring personnel and resources; studying methods; implementing cost reductions; developing reporting procedures and systems;

facilitating corrections to malfunctions within process control points; initiating and fostering a spirit of collaboration within and between departments.

• Provides manufacturing information by compiling, initiating, sorting, and analyzing production performance records and data, answering questions, and responding to requests.
• Supports the creation and revision of systems and procedures by analyzing operating practices, record-keeping systems, forms of control, and personnel requirements, implementing change.
• Identify training and development needs to build long-term competencies and bench strength within department.

Requirements :

• High School Degree / GED or equivalent required, Associates / Bachelor’s degree in Production / Operations preferred.
• 5+ years Supervisory experience in a manufacturing setting.
• 2-3 years’ metals / automotive experience would be helpful.
• Understanding of Lean / Six Sigma principles & tools in a manufacturing setting, and the ability to apply these principles to drive continuous improvement.

Compensation :

A meaningful compensation package will be developed for the successful candidate that includes a base salary, along with performance-based bonus.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter, preferably in MS Word format, to Derek Bush at dbush@harvardsearch.

com . A fully detailed, formal specification will be sent to top-level , qualified candidates.