Lean Manufacturing Supervisor — Safety, Quality & Growth

ArdaghGroup; Huron (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardagh Group is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee planning, assign work, and implement policies. You will drive improvements in methods, equipment, and procedures while balancing safety, quality, and productivity.

The role requires coordinating with management, coaching staff, and ensuring adherence to standards across production and maintenance systems. The ideal candidate has a degree in engineering or business, 3+ years of supervisory manufacturing experience, knowledge of PLC

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; preferably in Engineering or Business Management.
• At least 3 years supervisory experience in a manufacturing facility.
• Experience in high speed manufacturing and PLC controls.
• Knowledge of electrical and process improvements.
• Mechanical knowledge of machines, tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office products.
• SAP preferred.
• Production and Processing: knowledge of raw materials, production equipment and processes, quality control, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Administrative and Management: knowledge of business and management principles involved in planning, resource allocation, employee relations, leadership techniques, in the coordination of people and resources.
• Experience with Six Sigma, Lean or other improvement philosophies

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe operation of all equipment, trains associates as necessary, and promptly investigates and reports safety concerns.
• Balances safety, quality, productivity, cost, and morale to achieve positive results with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Plan and establish work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet daily goals.
• Coaching and development of employees and resolve issues; confer with management for guidance on complaints.
• Develop and/or implement training plans to increase employees' skills and capabilities.
• Read and analyse charts, work orders, maintenance, and production schedules to meet customer requirements.
• Confer with other supervisors and managers to coordinate operations and activities throughout the operation.
• Inspect materials, product, and equipment to detect defects or malfunctions.
• Determine best problem solving solution.
• Ensure all teammates adhere to production and processing standards.
• Ensure Company procedures and policies are enforced.
• Ensure all production, quality, and maintenance systems are in working order.
• Establish a working environment promoting integrity and ethical behavior.
• Ensure execution of key internal controls within the area of responsibility.
• Demonstrate commitment to the Ardagh core values and policies and procedures.

Skills

Six Sigma

Lean manufacturing

PLC controls

Electrical knowledge

SAP

Process optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ardagh Group is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee planning, assign work, and implement policies. You will drive improvements in methods, equipment, and procedures while balancing safety, quality, and productivity.

The role requires coordinating with management, coaching staff, and ensuring adherence to standards across production and maintenance systems. The ideal candidate has a degree in engineering or business, 3+ years of supervisory manufacturing experience, knowledge of PLC