Manufacturing Production Supervisor

Autoneum; Norwalk (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Autoneum is seeking a production supervisor to oversee a team of production associates and team leaders in a fast-paced manufacturing setting in Norwalk, OH. You will guide training, monitor performance, and ensure adherence to safety and quality standards while driving efficiency across shifts.

Responsibilities include directing daily production, analyzing metrics like OEE, and collaborating with Engineering and Maintenance to resolve issues and improve processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent manufacturing leadership experience may be considered
• 8+ years of progressive experience in a manufacturing environment
• 5+ years of supervisory or production leadership experience
• Experience in Just-In-Time (JIT) manufacturing environments
• Working knowledge of IATF/TS 16949 and ISO 14001 standards preferred
• Automotive manufacturing experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, coach, and evaluate production associates and team leaders while promoting compliance with policies, safety standards, and performance expectations.
• Direct daily production activities by establishing priorities and allocating personnel and resources to meet safety, quality, and production requirements.
• Monitor production and quality metrics including OEE, scrap, preventive maintenance completion, and conformance to quality standards.
• Collaborate with Operations Manager, Engineering, and Maintenance to eliminate operating problems and improve product quality.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve safety, quality, productivity, and operational efficiency.
• Maintain a safe work environment by enforcing safety procedures and leading safety initiatives.
• Maintain attendance and production records and partner with HR to administer policies and supervisory responsibilities.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Quality control

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Equivalent manufacturing leadership experience

Tools

SAP/ERP systems

Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/Outlook/Teams)

Job description

Autoneum is globally leading in acoustic and thermal management for light and commercial vehicles. The Company develops and produces multifunctional, lightweight and sustainable components and systems for interior floor, interior trim as well as engine bay and underbody. Customers include almost all automobile manufacturers in Europe, North & South America, Asia and Africa. The Company with its head-quarters in Winterthur, Switzerland, is listed on the SIX Swiss Ex-change (ticker symbol AUTN).

Summary

Supervises and coordinates activities of production employees engaged in operating a variety of machines to manufacture parts. Emphasis will be on guiding and training employees, monitoring their performance, and running production. Involves performing quality control reviews in addition to seeking opportunities to streamline and enhance current procedures. Responsible for safety, quality, and production.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead, train, coach, and evaluate production associates and team leaders while promoting compliance with company policies, safety standards, and performance expectations.
• Direct daily production activities by establishing priorities, allocating personnel and resources, and adjusting schedules as needed to meet safety, quality, and production requirements.
• Monitor production and quality metrics, including OEE, scrap, preventive maintenance completion, and product conformance to quality standards.
• Works with Operations Manager, Engineering, and Maintenance to suggest and implement methods and procedures designed to eliminate operating problems and improve product quality
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by collaborating with Operations, Engineering, and Maintenance to improve safety, quality, productivity, and operational efficiency.
• Maintain a safe work environment by enforcing safety procedures, leading safety initiatives, and participating in accident investigations.
• Maintain employee attendance and production records, support positive employee relations, and partner with Human Resources to administer policies and supervisory responsibilities.

Education / Experience

• Bachelor's degree in business or a related field preferred; equivalent manufacturing leadership experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 5+ years of supervisory or production leadership experience preferred.
• Experience in Just-In-Time (JIT) manufacturing environments required.
• Working knowledge of IATF/TS 16949 and ISO 14001 standards preferred.
• Automotive manufacturing experience preferred.

Language Ability

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with employees, supervisors, and management.

Math Ability

• Basic mathematical skills to support data analysis, production reporting, performance metrics, and inventory-related activities.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to apply sound judgment and problem-solving skills to identify issues, prioritize actions, and resolve production, quality, safety, and personnel challenges in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Computer Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Experience using SAP and/or other ERP systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to use computer systems for communication, scheduling, and operational decision-making.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment that requires standing, walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching.
• Occasional lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying up to 50 pounds.
• Safely work around industrial equipment and machinery
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE);
• Tolerate varying temperatures and noise levels.
• Respond to operational or equipment issues outside normal business hours as needed.

Are you excited to work in a global and multi-cultural work environment and are you looking for an inspiring and engaging workplace? Then we are looking forward to receiving your application.