Production Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

Westerman, Inc. is a multiple site manufacturer of production and storage equipment within the oil, gas, and nuclear industries.

Our equipment helps optimize well pad design, improve separation efficiency and lower overall equipment spend through high-performance surface separation and processing technology.

Our equipment is setting new standards for performance and economics nationwide.

Summary

The Production Supervisor is primarily responsible for the development, coordination, leadership and continuous improvement of designated work areas.

This position empowers hourly workforce to accomplish 100% quality, responsiveness, production, customer service and safety in a team-based environment.

Key position results include but are not limited to, equipment is staffed and running safely and efficiently; timely performance evaluations;

interaction management procedures are followed; and continuous improvement initiatives are implemented and tracked. A successful candidate is an organized, analytical, problem-solver with the ability to work efficiently and effectively with other functional areas to meet or exceed quality and delivery requirements.

Seeking someone with solid leadership skills and a background in Welding.

Responsibilities

• Manages performance evaluations, interaction and disciplinary process.
• Manages staffing and scheduling (including overtime and vacation).
• Assists teams (including maintenance and engineering) with continuous improvement initiatives (driving safety, quality and process efficiencies).
• Manages goal setting, tracking and communication.
• Identifies training needs and coordinates cross-training opportunities.
• Acts as facilitator between operations support teams and other departments.
• Assists sales, Production Control and Production Coordinator in expediting critical orders.
• Assists quality and technical services in resolving quality issues - customer claims, corrective action as assigned by technical services and quality department.
• Participates in safety meetings, investigations and audit reporting to superintendent.
• Serves on Safety Steering Committee and provides support and direction for Safety
• Manages reporting verification - daily production, daily maintenance downtime report root cause analysis, daily call off, and safety audits.
• Other duties as assigned

Required Experience

• Highly skilled in Microsoft Office, specifically PowerPoint and Excel
• Technical knowledge with the ability to communicate with operators, engineers and maintenance
• Ability to delegate and promote team growth
• Excellent analytical, leadership and interpersonal skills
• Must be able to interact with all levels of the organization
• 6 or more years in a manufacturing environment
• 6 or more years in a leadership position

Desired Experience

• Strong knowledge of equipment capabilities, pressure vessels and welding
• Capability to read and interpret blueprints, work order instructions; weld symbols, and operate required tools involved in position
• Good problem-solving skills, safety practices and attention to quality
• Highly motivated self-starter that is adept at taking initiative
• Able to consistently maintain production averages at or above the expected standards
• Must be able to handle physical, repetitive work and be able to stand on your feet for 10 hours a day
• 3 to 5 years weld experience

Westerman, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.