Production Supervisor

The Breakaway Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Houston seeks a Mid-Senior Level Production Manager to oversee operational performance and quality control. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in production and quality methodologies, preferably in lean manufacturing. Responsibilities include improving department efficiencies, conducting performance reviews, and fostering accountability on the manufacturing floor. The role offers a competitive salary and full-time employment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in production and quality control methods.
• Lean Manufacturing implementation experience preferred.
• 5+ years of related experience preferred.
• Fastener manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review department performance to implement improvement opportunities.
• Sustain organizational structure and identify succession plans.
• Conduct periodic performance reviews and disciplinary actions.
• Develop or modify instructions to improve quality and efficiency.
• Analyze historical data for informed decisions on capital expenditures.
• Lead or participate in Corrective Action Reports.
• Keep Operations/General Manager informed of production problems.
• Plan and organize projects with established priorities.
• Communicate with direct reports and other departments daily.
• Foster a culture of accountability on the manufacturing floor.

Skills

Production and quality control methods (ISO9001)

Lean Manufacturing implementation

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

ERP System

Lean or Six Sigma Certificate

CNC manufacturing knowledge

Hot forging/induction heating knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Base Pay Range

$80,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

Additional Compensation

• Annual Bonus
• Direct message the job poster from The Breakaway Group

Client is a leading manufacturer of highly engineered metal components.

Job Responsibilities

• Review department and individual performance to identify and implement improvement opportunities to enhance our efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery performance.
• Implement or sustain organizational structure within your responsible department(s) and identify succession plans or coverage for absences by utilizing a skills matrix.
• Periodic performance reviews of team members as well as disciplinary actions for employees that are not following established processes or procedures.
• Develop or modify instructions as required to maintain or improve 6s, Kanban systems, general work instructions, quality, start/end of shift, preventative maintenance programs or efficiency.
• Analyze historical data to make informed decisions regarding capital expenditures or strategic decisions on production or process flow.
• Lead or participate in Corrective Action Reports for activities associated with your department(s).li>
• Responsible for keeping Operations / General Manager informed on all problems, potential and actual that could affect production goals, quality levels and meet delivery dates.
• Plan and organize projects in a timely manner. Establish priorities with employees and/or appropriate parties and communicate well.
• Communicate with direct reports, planning, quality, and customer service daily to ensure production is working on the right products to achieve quality parts are delivered on the committed date.
• Must foster a culture of strong accountability on the manufacturing floor.
• Other duties as assigned.

Reporting To

Not specified.

Education, Experience, and Skills

• Previous experience in production and quality control methods (ISO9001).
• Previous experience in Lean Manufacturing implementation and production systems preferred.
• At least 5 years of related experience preferred.
• Proficient knowledge of MS Excel, MS Word, MS Outlook, ERP System.
• Lean or Six Sigma Certificate preferred.
• Previous fastener manufacturing experience preferred; general manufacturing experience required.
• Knowledge of CNC manufacturing required.
• Knowledge of hot forging/induction heating preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand, stoop and lift up to 40 lbs.
• May have prolonged periods sitting at a desk or walking around the plant.

Seniority Level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Manufacturing, Production, and Engineering

Industries

• Oil and Gas, Manufacturing, and Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Disability insurance