Manufacturing Supervisor / Night Shift Wed, Thur, Fri 6:00pm-6:30am and every other Tues 6pm-2:30am. $67,000-$80,000 plus 20% differential

PRIMARY EMPLOYMENT OBJECTIVES

In addition to performing production leadership responsibilities, the Manufacturing Supervisor serves as a role model for his/her team members and is responsible for providing hands-on leadership within the Manufacturing Department, particularly in the areas of communication, work procedures and safety. As a member of management, the supervisor is to lead by example in a professional and efficient manner at all times.

SPECIFIC ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure that all processes are performed in a manner consistent with applicable safety guidelines and procedures.
• Manage shift staffing to support manufacturing needs.
• Ensure staff understands and is able to perform in a manner consistent with the company purpose and values.
• Continuously work to improve Lean manufacturing processes and 5S activities that eliminate non-value-added work and improve work conditions and safety.
• Ensure that manufacturing stays on schedule and communicates issues timely and effectively.
• Supervise Team Lead, including delegation of work and duties to be performed daily.
• Ensure management metrics are sustained and reported accurately and in a timely fashion.
• Ensure that the team meets or exceeds quality standards.
• Build a positive team environment. Actively listen to staff and co-workers. Lead by example.
• Work cross-functionally with other departments on a regular basis on improvements; achieving goals, and other projects.
• Inform Operations Manager on awareness of all issues (e.g., equipment, process, or people) that may affect the departmental objectives or goals.
• Maintain accurate employee documentation for staff; including attendance and performance information for reviews and/or corrective action. Address employee's issues in a timely, professional, confidential manner.
• Complete Performance reviews at 6 and 12 months.
• Provide training to staff to ensure a productive, efficient and safe department. Ensure all employees understand the quality objectives and how they contribute. Cross-train all employees and maintain cross-training records.
• Ensure ISO9000 policy and procedures are followed. Changes must be discussed with appropriate personnel and approved. Policy and procedures must be revised if changes are implemented, along with training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skill & Experience Requirements

• Associates Degree in Business, Management or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• 5+ years' experience in lead or supervisory role working in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment, and the related standard operating procedures preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience in an injection molding environment preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with clear written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Attention to detail
• Excellent time management and project management skills
• Good problem solving ability.
• Ability to deal with confidential information in a professional and timely manner.
• Ability to present ideas and results through both informal and formal presentations.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and ERP system.
• Experience in a Lean Manufacturing environment preferred.
• U.S. Government Authorization required.

Work environment (include physical requirements)

• Manufacturing environment.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.