Fabrication Supervisor

Safran S.A.; Gainesville (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran S.A. seeks a fabrication supervisor to oversee production flow, allocate manpower, and enforce safety and quality standards. The role includes training staff, cross-training for efficiency, and maintaining strong communications across the team.

The candidate should have technical knowledge of sheet metal fabrication and related processes, proficiency with MRP systems and blueprints, and the ability to lead continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• At least three years of experience in production processes, machinery and equipment related to sheet metal fabrication, plastic forming technology, foam and adhesive/upholstery assembly, welding applications, and/or metalworking technology.
• Must know MRP systems, scheduling, and blueprints.
• MAPICS experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains an optimum flow of production through the department or work cell.
• Actively promotes safety in all aspects in the department or work cell.
• Provides training to all employees and cross-trains for added efficiency.
• Develops and maintains strong communications and working relations with all employees.
• Supervises labor and material to maintain a positive variance against standards.
• Involves employees in corrective actions to achieve high product quality.
• Creates an atmosphere for development of new concepts and continuous improvement.
• Maintains high quality workmanship and responsibility for duties performed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Initiative

Problem solving

Adaptability

Conflict resolution

Motivation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

MAPICS

MRP systems

Job description

1. Occupational Summary (Position Objective & Authorities)

Objective: Supervises fabrication operations to ensure optimal performance of the fabrication department and/or commodity work cell. Manages production schedules, manpower allocation, and cost and safety standards. Ensure quality standards, employee training and high employee morale in the fabrication department. Makes sure the employees have the necessary tools and training to help them perform their duties. Must work independently ensuring production goals are met while maintaining quality standards and adhering to safety regulations.

2. Essential Functions (Duties and Responsibilities)

• Maintains an optimum flow of production through the department or work cell.
• Actively promotes safety in all aspects in the department or work cell.
• Provides training to all employees and ensures each one understands his or her job responsibilities. Cross-trains employees for added efficiency.
• Develops and maintains strong positive communications and working relations with all employees. Ensures all complaints and pre-grievances are thoroughly handled with each employee.
• Supervises labor and material to maintain a positive variance against standards.
• Actively involves all employees in taking corrective action to achieve high levels of product quality to meet and exceed quality standards.
• Creates an atmosphere for development of new concepts, ideas and methods to support continuous improvement in the department or work cell.
• Maintains a high quality of workmanship and assumes responsibility for work performed in assigned duties.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

3. Qualification Requirements-

A. Education & Qualification-

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field preferred.

B. Work Experience - Technical knowledge-

• (Acquired through previous jobs, assignments, responsibilities, etc. including language capabilities.) i.e.:
• At least three years of experience in production processes, machinery, and equipment related to sheet metal fabrication, plastic forming technology, foam and adhesive/upholstery assembly, welding applications, and/or metalworking technology.

C. Professional Skills-

• (Ability to use the knowledge and/or the experience in the job) i.e.:
• Must have knowledge of MRP systems, scheduling, and blueprints.
• Must have knowledge of bargaining agreement or willingness to learn.
• Must be computer literate.
• MAPICS experience preferred.
• Must have the ability to generate written communication and to operate required office equipment.
• Ability to read and review written communication.
• Speech and hearing abilities that allow individual to communicate clearly and distinctly in English.

D. Behavioral Skills-

• Ability to direct and motivate their employees.
• Ability to take initiative
• Adaptability
• Conflict resolution
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Self motivation

E. Desirable Aspects-

• QRQC
• Continuous Improvement
• 5S
• Safety Features