2nd Shift Production Supervisor

Wabtec; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 62,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Health/welfare/retirement benefits

Job summary

Wabtec is seeking a 2nd Shift Production Supervisor to lead a team of technicians on the shop floor, ensuring safety, quality and on-time production. You will drive process adherence, coach operators, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet objectives.

You will guide day-to-day manufacturing activities, manage timekeeping and shift priorities, and help implement improvements that support productivity and efficiency across the plant.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or HS diploma/GED with at least 4 years of experience in manufacturing/machining.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong oral and written communications skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to influence others and lead small teams.
• Ability to lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact.
• Ability to coordinate one to two projects simultaneously.
• Strong and effective problem identification and solution skills.
• Proven analytical and quality/process improvement skills.
• Willingness to take on tough challenges and grow professionally.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance and leadership to the Operations team including operations, equipment troubleshooting, and repair.
• Help train and develop technical skills of Operations employees; educate employees on business strategy and metrics.
• Actively participate in Environment, Health and Safety initiatives and corrective actions as an expert in the safety aspects of the Operations team's scope.
• Support and meet production schedules, drive productivity and quality initiatives, and manage the area within budget; utilize data analysis to identify and execute improvement projects.
• Interface with internal and external customers, define priorities for shifts and work groups leveraging shift start-up / shift-change meetings.
• Manage employees and schedule requirements, including timekeeping, overtime, time off, and discipline.
• Communicate and enforce safety policies, the employee handbook and other plant policies.
• Actively participate on cross-functional teams and demonstrate necessary leadership and coaching skills to other team members.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

HS diploma/GED + 4 years experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Its not just about your career or job title… Its about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether its for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, youre in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Who will you be working with?

You will join some of the most talented and passionate professionals in the locomotive and off highway mining vehicle industry. As a member of Wabtec, you will work with a team that is committed and results oriented. You will collaborate with a group of people who share your passion and help you succeed. Wabtec is a great place to work for anyone who naturally focuses on continuous improvement, who feels ownership for their work, and who takes pride in exceeding customer needs.

How will you make a difference?

The 2nd Shift Production Supervisor provides frontline leadership for a team of technicians. In this role, you will utilize your experience and expertise to solve problems, drive process adherence, and develop and execute objectives for yourself and others. As a Leader in manufacturing, you will handle day-to-day activities in which you will provide direction to accomplish operational objectives as well as timekeeping, maintaining schedules and leading the hourly workforce.

What do we want to know about you?

• Bachelors degree or a high school diploma/GED with at least 4 years of experience in manufacturing/machining
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Strong oral and written communications skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to influence others and lead small teams
• Ability to lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact
• Ability to coordinate one to two projects simultaneously
• Strong and effective problem identification and solution skills
• Proven analytical and quality/process improvement skills
• Willingness to take on tough challenges and grow professionally

What will your typical day look like?

• Provide technical assistance and leadership to the Operations team including operations, equipment troubleshooting, and repair.
• Help train and develop technical skills of Operations employees; educate employees on business strategy and metrics
• Actively participate in Environment, Health and Safety initiatives and corrective actions as an expert in the safety aspects of the Operations team's scope
• Support and meet production schedules, drive productivity and quality initiatives, and manage the area within budget; utilize data analysis to identify and execute improvement projects
• Interface with internal and external customers, define priorities for shifts and work groups leveraging shift start-up / shift-change meetings
• Manage employees and schedule requirements, including timekeeping, overtime, time off, and discipline
• Communicate and enforce safety policies, the employee handbook and other plant policies
• Actively participate on cross-functional teams and demonstrate necessary leadership and coaching skills to other team members

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary range for this role is between $62,100 - $85,300.

The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare and retirement are available at www.mywabtecbenefits.com . Other benefits offerings for this role may include an annual bonus, if eligible.

• benefits, which include health, welfare and retirement
• Other benefits offerings for this role may include an annual bonus, if eligible.

Additional Information

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $62100-85300 The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.

• benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement,
• Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, its not just about a job - its about the impact you make. When our people come together, were Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If youre ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether its freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together - are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. Weres building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

Weres proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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