1st Shift Lean Production Lead

G&W Electric Co; Romeoville (IL); On-site; USD 71,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k)

Annual Profit Sharing

Vacation

Job summary

G&W Electric Co in Romeoville, IL is seeking a 1st Shift Production Supervisor (5 am - 1:30 pm) to oversee day-to-day manufacturing operations for a designated value stream. You will plan, assign work and guide a team of about six employees toward safety, quality and on-time performance.

Reporting to the Production Manager, you will drive lean improvements, monitor schedules, manage manpower and materials, and collaborate with Supply Chain and QA to resolve issues.

Qualifications

• Has 5-7 years’ progressive experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Has a minimum of 3 years of experience directing an hourly or manufacturing workforce.
• Holds a High School diploma or GED; A Bachelor’s Degree is a plus
• Possesses intermediate computer skills including experience using the MS Office suite, a business planning and inventory system
• Has excellent problem solving and communication skills
• Has extensive knowledge and leadership in the principles and practice of Lean, Six Sigma, 5P and/or other continuous improvement models; participated in related improvement projects

Responsibilities

• Balance quality, productivity, cost, safety and morale to achieve positive results in all areas.
• Control manpower and materials needed to complete jobs accurately and on time.
• Guides/monitors group toward its goals ensures employee’s productivity, resolve problems, has authority to change work roles and work distribution.
• Assist in initiating, implementing and leading continuous improvement activities assisting in researching new processes, procedures and equipment that may improve throughput, quality and profitability.
• Continuously evaluate and improve manufacturing processes, through lean concepts and Six Sigma, partnering with Operational Excellence to establish value stream priorities and implement improvements while driving a lean culture.
• Supervise the work of manufacturing employees
• Track absenteeism and maintain and approve timekeeping records
• Ensure effective employee relations by providing employee mentoring and development and resolving employee issues through coaching and problem resolution
• Arrange for training to develop the employees’ work skills to improve department throughput and reduce scrap/rework through coaching and training
• Recommend disciplinary actions
• Evaluate and update the performance of team members against their job requirements and performance goals within the time frame designated for their position level
• Ensure employees’ personal safety by providing safety training for all aspects of the job and department
• Lead activities needed to perform accident investigations, safety observations, and hazard mapping
• Work with Warehouse Manager to maintain proper inventory levels for optimum productivity
• Coordinate projects with other supervisors and departments
• Monitor production schedules and results and inform management and peers regarding production delays and other related issues
• Manage departmental performance measures, including visual controls and provides regular progress reports to manager
• Support NPD introductions to production, working with technical supervisor and lead to troubleshoot processes, reviewing and updating work instructions and training team members to ensure a smooth transition
• Work with Supply Chain, Planning and QA to resolve parts, inventory and quality issues

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Supervisory leadership

Problem solving

Communication skills

Lean/Six Sigma knowledge

MS Office

Inventory planning

Team coordination

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Tools

Inventory management system

Job description

G&W Electric Co in Romeoville, IL is seeking a 1st Shift Production Supervisor (5 am - 1:30 pm) to oversee day-to-day manufacturing operations for a designated value stream. You will plan, assign work and guide a team of about six employees toward safety, quality and on-time performance.

Reporting to the Production Manager, you will drive lean improvements, monitor schedules, manage manpower and materials, and collaborate with Supply Chain and QA to resolve issues.