2nd Shift Operations Supervisor

United Alloy Inc; Quincy (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

2nd Shift Operations Supervisor (Quincy, IL)

About United Alloy

United Alloy, Inc. (UAI) is a custom metal fabrication and powder coating company and ISO 9001:2008 certified facility. We primarily focus on manufacturing diesel fuel tanks for the power generation industry; we are the preferred designer, manufacturer, powder coater of certified metal tanks, skids, frames, trailers, chassis and related products crafted to world-class quality standards in strategic partnerships with Fortune 500 OEM customers.

United Alloy’s goal is to continually improve processes, products and services by investing in technology and key personnel. Our total quality management system emphasizes continuous improvements, defect prevention, use of statistical methods and continuous learning to increase knowledge and skill levels of all employees.

United Alloy encourages their leaders to utilize their talent and creativity within a diverse, inclusive, innovative and empowering environment.

Job Description

This position is responsible for supervising and advising production employees and departmental leads as assigned. This position will plan and assign work, implement policies and procedures, recommend improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures and working conditions. This position will be responsible for holding production employees accountable for company and individual goals.

Reports to: Production Manager

In addition to excellent starting wages, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package as well as numerous perks:

• Medical, dental and vision
• Generous PTO and Vacation policy
• 401(k) with company match
• Bonus opportunities
• Paid training
• 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift available
• Shift premium for 2nd and 3rd shift

Key Responsibilities:

• Directly responsible for departmental leads and employees on assigned shifts – including safety, efficiency, accountability and quality
• Coordinate operations and training within or between departments and shifts
• Plan and establish work schedules, assignments and production sequences to meet production goals
• Maintain workflow by monitoring steps of the process and adjusting where needed to ensure UA maintains OTD of 95% or higher, efficiency in each work center of 95% or higher and no past due rolling hours
• Ensure effective communication amongst direct reports and peers to maximize efficiencies and reduce downtime
• Assess and resolve conflict situations in conjunction with Human Resources
• Document disciplinary contacts and follow UA’s progressive disciplinary policy for all direct reports
• Approve/Deny vacation requests of direct reports based on company policy
• Maintain ERP and Operating Systems to include approving transactions and requests
• Cover shifts of Supervisors who are out of the office – ensure that proper coverage is always available
• Able to flex shifts and change work schedule when required or as requested
• Work with departmental leads and production staff to ensure there is proper communication pass down with other shifts – make sure all shifts complete this (1st to 2nd, 2nd to 1st)
• Maintain positive relationships with all executive staff, managers, supervisors and employees
• Understand and support all company policies and procedures
• Understand UA Levels Program for weld, paint/assembly, fabrication and general utility positions
• Follow safe manufacturing practices and promote a safety culture
• Lead by example and act in a professional manner at all times
• Suggest ideas for continual improvements for all production work centers
• Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move 100 pounds

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required – associate degree or bachelor’s Degree Preferred
• 6-7 years of related production leadership experience – metal fabrication concepts and processes exposure a plus
• Able to operate overhead cranes, tape measure, basic hand tools and air tools
• Effectively read and interpret blueprints
• Ability to effectively communicate through written and oral communication
• 12 Expected Behaviors of Actively Engaged Person: 100% Responsible, Trustworthy, Team Player, Clear Communicator, Empathy, Humility, Emotional Self-Control, Resolves Conflict Directly, Positive Attitude, Respects Others, Problem Solver, and Agile

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to stand, sit, walk, bend, twist, stoop, pull, push, assemble, and carry for extended periods of time. Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds regularly, frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move 100 pounds with an assist.

Ability to perform in a manufacturing environment that may have high noise levels, dust, chemicals, oil, and grease. Ability to work in an environment that may be either hot, cold or humid.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.