Requires a thorough knowledge of CPS processes and tools, machine shop operations, equipment, and processes, plus familiarity with materials and quality objectives; • 3-5+ years of experience working in a machine tool environment; experience in production supervision; • Supervisor and/or Manager training; ability to work together in a team environment; ability to manage a diverse workforce; • Training in Lean Manufacturing and Auditing preferred; • Strong communication skills, both written and oral; • Strong proficiency with MS Office tools (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Blueprint reading; • Understanding of scheduling and manpower planning. • Manages and schedules manufacturing of Progress Rail products; • Determines processing needs to assure fixtures, tooling and methods are provided to meet schedulers and production requirements; • Determines overtime needs, determines priorities when resources are limited; • Ensures necessary parts and materials are ordered and distributed; • Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to maximize efficiency; • Ensures preventive maintenance is performed according to schedule; • Implements various corporate initiatives, such as 5S, Lean Manufacturing, etc.