Production Supervisor 2nd

Dana Canada Corp.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana Canada Corp. located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is seeking a qualified manufacturing supervisor to oversee quality systems and production standards. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and at least 4 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing.

You will be responsible for continuous improvements, managing KPIs, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Strong communication skills and the ability to work flexible shifts are essential.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in a manufacturing supervisory role or equivalent work experience.
• Knowledge in machine set-up.
• Self-motivated with good organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all items associated with the quality system.
• Continuous improvements to the production program.
• Maintain acceptable customer quality standards.

Skills

Quality system management

Lean manufacturing

Project leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor degree in an applicable field

Job description

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in all items associated with the quality system.
• Continuous improvements to the production program.
• Assist in employee problem response and resolution.
• Maintain acceptable customer quality standards; maintain the quality of production; take necessary corrective action to improve.
• Meet production schedules, measure KPIs and develop & implement countermeasures to meet KPIs.
• Maintains high standards for housekeeping, safety, and general maintenance.
• Monitor employee attendance and assist in maintaining attendance records.
• Administer provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement, including coaching employees and administering discipline.
• Maintain discipline within the department.
• Maintain daily timekeeping and production records.

Education and Qualifications

• Have a Bachelor degree in an applicable field and a minimum of 4 years of manufacturing supervisory role, or an equivalent number of work experience years as a production supervisor.
• Working knowledge in machine set‑up.
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing.
• Experience leading projects.
• Must have the ability to work daily overtime and weekends as required.
• Must have the ability to work all three shifts.
• Self‑motivated.
• Good organizational skills.
• Effective oral and written communication and presentation skills.
• Must have excellent attendance record.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.