PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR

Davita Inc.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the healthcare sector seeks a Production Supervisor to oversee production activities and ensure quality standards are met. The ideal candidate will have strong supervisory experience in manufacturing, with a focus on process management and employee performance. Responsibilities include scheduling, coordinating activities, and addressing customer concerns. This role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for continuous improvement and leadership.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in manufacturing or assembly environment.
• Prior supervisory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and Kanban.

Responsibilities

• Completes production plan by scheduling and assigning personnel.
• Directs and coordinates activities to meet production goals.
• Maintains quality standards and implements improvements.

Skills

Time management

Process management

Team management

Oral communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Completes production plan by scheduling and assigning personnel, accomplishing work results, establishing priorities, monitoring progress, revising schedules, resolving problems, and reporting results of the processing flow on shift production summaries.


• Directs and coordinates activities on shift in order to meet production goals.


• Oversees all items associated with the quality system (i.e. polar charts, SPC, conformance to prints, etc.).


• Recommends and implements continuous improvements to the production process.


• Assists in customer problem response and resolution.


• Maintains acceptable customer quality standards; maintains the quality of production and takes necessary corrective action to improve.


• Reports, monitors and addresses employee work performance.


• Responsible for maintaining high standards for safety, housekeeping and general maintenance.


• Monitors employee attendance and maintains time off calendars; reviews and approves employee time sheets; initiates employee status transactions in E-time as needed.


• Conducts employee performance appraisals.


• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree preferred


• Prior supervisory experience preferred


• 5+ years' experience in a manufacturing or assembly environment preferred.


• Computer proficiency in a Windows-based environment utilizing Microsoft Office.


• Strong Time and process management skills


• Experience improving efficiencies with a focus on quality


• Team management and coaching


• Experience working with a diverse workforce.


• Effective oral and written communication and presentation skills.


• Must have the ability to work overtime and weekends as required.


• Ability to make periodic presentations, give clear instructions, etc.


• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen and Kanban


• Must be able to lead projects.