Finishing Ops Supervisor – Buff & Polish

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation; Corona (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation is seeking a proactive Supervisor for the Buff & Polish department in Southern California. You will lead production teams to meet daily goals, drive continuous improvement, and coordinate with HR on personnel issues.

The role requires knowledge of Lean manufacturing, practical problem solving, and experience supervising manufacturing activities. Monday–Friday operations and on-site work in Corona, CA are expected.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of college level study in Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering and/or management is helpful.
• Knowledge of TPS / Lean Manufacturing practices (A3, VSM, 5S, MDI, Kaizen, Poke-Yoke, Leading and Lagging KPI’s).
• Experience in Continuous Improvement and supervisory skills including structured work, training & coaching.
• 2+ years in finishing or manufacturing processes.
• Strong understanding of Inventory Control, Shop Floor Op Systems, RCCA manufacturing processes in Lean env. Knowledge of advanced quality tools and woodworking machinery preferred.
• Ability to solve problems with advanced quality tools / RCCA and coach others.
• Ability to manage budget and work non-standard hours.

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities for improvement in Production, Safety, Quality, Training.
• Monitor team metrics to goal; conduct evaluations, coach and mentor.
• Communicate safety updates and weekly toolbox topics.
• Audit PPE use and HR x HR tracking and issue capture.
• Facilitate problem resolution with manager when needed.
• Oversee work observations and audits; ensure line-side min/max maintained.
• Manage timekeeping and 5S audits; drive corrective actions.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Supervisory Skills

Training & Coaching

Problem Solving

Education

College coursework in Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering/Management

Tools

Poka-Yoke

5S

RCCA Tools

Job description

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation is seeking a proactive Supervisor for the Buff & Polish department in Southern California. You will lead production teams to meet daily goals, drive continuous improvement, and coordinate with HR on personnel issues.

The role requires knowledge of Lean manufacturing, practical problem solving, and experience supervising manufacturing activities. Monday–Friday operations and on-site work in Corona, CA are expected.