Production Supervisor

Elkay; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Elkay is seeking a Production Supervisor in Erie, PA, to lead the operations team and uphold safety and quality standards. The candidate will manage union associates, schedule work, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates have machining experience, strong leadership skills, and a collaborative mindset.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching Contribution

Health Savings Account

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Annual Bonus Eligibility

Educational Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years machining experience, CNC and/or manual machining.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience in a union environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of production operation including safety and quality.
• Lead a team to meet Key Performance Indicators.
• Cooperate with inventory control management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team-oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft D365

Excel

Job description

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We’re a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow.

Named by Newsweek as One of America’s Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today’s leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions.

Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe. We hope you’ll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com.

If you’re ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in the work you are doing, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family!

If you are a current employee, please navigate here to apply internally.

The Production Supervisor is responsible for managing all aspects of the operation including safety, quality, engagement, and overall performance to the companies aligned KPI’s. As a Production Supervisor, you will have the leadership opportunity to coach, develop, motivate, and mentor an operational team.

This person will be a key leader within the operations team and will report to the Site Operations Manager. The shift that this Supervisor will lead operates on 1st shift. This position is located in Erie, PA. This position is responsible for managing and leading a team to execute the responsibilities as noted above.

Key Accountabilities

Leadership for all operations within the machine shop and assembly.

Effectively manage Union associates.

Scheduling production floor work and assigning schedules.

Support all safety programs and OSHA compliance to ensure a safe work environment for all associates.

Accountability for meeting Key Performance Indicators such as safety, OTD, and fill rate.

Responsible for managing daily, weekly, and monthly metrics and executing on counter measures.

Coordinate inventory control management and random counts within the machine shop. Works with various teams and departments as needed to improve and drive inventory accuracy within the machine shop to meet internal KPI's and customer satisfaction targets.

Build and execute productivity plans by reviewing work forecasts, determining productivity requirements, and partnering with Operation Manager to balance labor.

Develop performance goals and objectives to achieve customer expectations and ensure accuracy and quality.

Promote continuous improvement culture and lead process improvement initiatives and lean tools.

Managing cost savings and tooling life improvements for the manufacturing process.

Work with management team to improve employee engagement by initiating and/or facilitating team building events.

Qualifications/Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent – Bachelor’s degree preferred.

2 to 5yrs machining experience, CNC and /or manual machining.

Able to read blueprints (machining)

Supervising a warehouse experience a plus

Excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent people skills.

Experience with Microsoft D365 system performing complex transactions a plus.

Good writing and administrative skills. Proficient computer skills (Word processing, Excel spreadsheets, Power Point, graphics, spreadsheet, Minitab, etc.).

Demonstrated proficiency in time and project management

Team oriented with the ability to influence others.

Work in a union environment and lead a team of union associates a plus.

Total Rewards and Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k) Contribution
• Health Savings Account
• Up to 3 Weeks Vacation
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Annual Bonus Eligibility
• Educational Reimbursement
• Matching Gift Program

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E qual Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

About Us

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation

What happens when two remarkable sustainability leaders come together as one?
A sustainability powerhouse is born, making a splash in the markets they serve and saving the planet one innovative installation at a time.

In early 2022, Zurn Water Solutions Corporation, a market leader in smart, sustainable water solutions, and Elkay Manufacturing, a commercial drinking water solutions leader, agreed to combine their two exceptional firms to become a single water solutions powerhouse.

Together, the combined company offers a comprehensive package of innovative, sustainable, specified, engineered water solutions and sustainable plumbing products that provide water safety, water quality, and water conservation through critical service environments, while delivering total building solutions for new construction and retrofit applications around the globe. Our innovative solutions enable customers to advance their ESG initiatives and reduce operating costs while providing students, patients, patrons, and people within public and private spaces a safe, clean environment and access to fresh, pure, potable water – the essence of life itself.

What makes Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation special is our people and our culture.

While playing a leading role in sustainability and water access are remarkable, what makes Zurn Elkay’s story so compelling is the alignment of the two well-respected companies with powerful legacies and a combined 224-year company history and shared values and cultures where people matter most.

Sustainably inspired, the company has a deep commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, water, and environmental stewardship, and giving back to the communities where we live, work and play. Our powerful legacy of caring and commitment is made possible by the exceptional people that embody Zurn Elkay’s values.

We are looking for innovative, energetic people who want to help solve tomorrow’s challenges today. Our Total Associate Engagement core value means we work hard to ensure our associates have opportunities to grow and an inclusive culture in which to thrive. From formal training to on-the-job development and exposure to new businesses, when you join Zurn Elkay, you will join a collaborative organization that will give you opportunities to thrive and grow.