Production Supervisor

Description

Primary Purpose of Position:

Supervises and coordinates activities of production workers in molding by performing the following duties.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Assure a safe working environment for all employees.
• Plans work for the shift operation and assigns work to production related operators.
• Assists in the selection and hiring process for new employees.
• Train new employees.
• Monitor quality, productivity, and scrap.
• Manage machine down time.
• Administers company policies.
• Assist Process Techs with trouble shooting molds and presses.
• Maintain an adequate level of housekeeping during assigned shift.
• Responsible for accurate accounting of employees worked hours for payroll purposes.
• Shares needed information with other Shift Supervisors.
• Must be able to provide good leadership and set an example regarding safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Inspects products to verify conformance to specifications.
• Interprets company policies for workers, enforces safety regulations.
• Analyzes and resolves work problems, settles disputes, and assists workers in solving work problems.
• Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
• Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of shop, department, or work crew.
• Initiates or suggests plans to motivate workers to achieve work goals.
• Provides direct and honest communication with employees
• Maintains floor cleanliness standard

Requirements

Requirements

• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to write reports, procedures, and present to diverse audiences.
• Able to interpret technical materials, regulations, and business publications.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Able to interpret written, verbal, and visual instructions and adapt to non-standard situations.
• Solid understanding of statistics, geometry, and applied math (fractions, ratios, percentages).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and general PC use.
• Forklift certification required.
• Strong multitasking and conflict resolution abilities.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma, GED, or Associate’s degree.
• 3–5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move between departments regularly.
• Fine motor skills, visual focus, hearing, and driving ability required.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 75 lbs.