Assembly 1 Section Head

ASTEMO AMERICAS, INC.; Sunbury (Northumberland County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ASTEMO AMERICAS, INC. is seeking a Manufacturing NE Supervisor to provide front-line leadership to the manufacturing associates and support the Manager I in continuous improvement activities within the Assembly and Machining departments.

The role requires hands-on manufacturing experience, strong communication, and problem-solving skills; the supervisor will ensure safety, 6S, training, and timely payroll and production reporting.

Qualifications

• 12 months related education, experience and/or training in a similar position.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Professional communication in a corporate environment.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to Safety policies and report unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Supervise Assembly/Machining department associates and technicians.
• Ensure PPE and safety devices are used correctly and maintained.
• Drive 6S activities and weekly audits on production lines.
• Manage training and certification for processes supervised.
• Track PM projects and production reporting.
• Complete payroll every Monday by 9 a.m.
• Maintain schedules and approve overtime with department manager.

Skills

Hands-on manufacturing experience

Effective communication

Root cause analysis

Problem solving

Measuring tools knowledge

Team leadership

Education

Supervisory experience preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Email

Job description

Company Name: ASTEMO AMERICAS, INC.

Job Family: Manufacturing & Operations

Job Description

Manufacturing NE Supervisor provides front-line leadership to the manufacturing associates. Supports Manager I of assigned area with continuous improvement activity.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an associate must be able to perform each primary responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary functions.

Education and/or Experience

12 months related education, experience and/or training in a similar position. Previous supervisory experience preferred

Background/Skills

• Minimum of 2 years hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Basic Computer skills such as Microsoft Excel, Power Point, Word, email, etc.
• Effective communication skills in a professional environment from General Level associates up to Executive Management.
• Effective problem solving and root cause analysis using the accepted method.
• Prefer experience or knowledge of measuring tools, such as calipers, mics, height gauge, dial indicators, etc.

Special Training/Certifications

To be determined by position as needed and the Associate Development Program Associate has passed the Qualified Trainers Test and is qualified as a Trainer for the processes for which they directly supervise.

Physical Demands

• Stand/Walk 8/12 hours per day
• Work 5-7 days per week
• Lift up to 35 pounds frequently
• Ability to do repetitive work

Work Environment

• Must be able to work in extreme heat or cold
• Must be able to work in an environmental factor such as dust
• Must be able to work in an open office environment
• Must be able to work Planned and Unplanned Overtime

Job Responsibilities

• Adhere to USSBP1’s Safety Policy and practices and report any potential unsafe condition or concern to the Safety department immediately and/or to your direct supervisor.
• Ensure proper safety practices are in place and enforced.
• Assist with implementation of new safety practices.
• Recognize unsafe conditions and implement corrective action where needed.
• Directly supervises all associates and Technician I, Technician II level associates in the Assembly / Machining Department on the lines assigned as well as other areas of the plant in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
• Ensures that all associates have the proper PPE, safety devices are working properly and are properly used.
• Promotes a safety-first, quality-driven, productive work environment.
• Adheres to training procedure, that all associates working on processes they supervise are trained / certified, in process of being certified or at a minimum, emergency certified.
• Monitors / administers training to all associates to verify they understand their processes, how to complete quality and manufacturing checks.
• Checks all manufacturing and operator quality check sheets for accuracy and completion.
• Ensures that all corrective action communications are filled out for out of spec readings.
• Verifies that all deviations are current.
• Reports any discrepancies to Assistant Manager or above.
• Ensures that all 6S activities are maintained on production lines and 6S audits are completed on a weekly basis.
• Ensure that all associates review and understand updates to any documents as given or revised.
• Ensures the correct document revisions are line side thru the document control system.
• Tracks all PM projects / work orders for thoroughness and completeness.
• Complete all production reporting as assigned.
• Complete payroll every Monday by 9 a.m.
• Maintain schedules, transfer hours accordingly, ensure that all over time hours are approved by department manager.
• Maintain department overtime plan.
• Achieve daily production and OEE requirements.
• Achieve Expense targets for line assigned.
• Elevate downtime and follow the call tree escalation rules.
• Addresses all complaints and resolves issues in a timely, professional matter.
• Any issues that can’t be resolved need to be addressed with Assistant Manager or above or Human Resources.
• Issues coaching/counseling in a timely manner as approved by management and Human Resources.
• Approves vacation in a timely manner and follows department policies in accordance with daily allowances.
• Provides or gives associates Continuous and timely feedback on daily performance.
• Ensure the proper use of the SH toolbox in daily start up meeting.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, identity, disability, protected veteran status and national origin.

At Astemo, we’re challenging the status quo with the power of diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. Our goal is to build an inclusive work environment that celebrates the differences of our employees. We want to ensure that every employee feels valued, respected and empowered. We don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our community. Astemo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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